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5 National Parks you need to add to your bucket list!! The Mighty 5 of Utah- The best Southwest roadtrip itinerary & tips!

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All 5 of Utah's national parks- Everything you want to know from: Road trip tips, amazing hikes to scenic views, best eats & places to stay
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Zion National Park

Vast canyons, massive sheer cliffs & rock walls, epic hikes and scenic views galore! These are our favorite hikes, viewpoints, places to eat & stay nearby. We absolutely loved exploring in Zion and I believe you will too! My tip tip: plan ...
 
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Lose track of time while you experience the sights and sounds of this deep canyon. Get in touch with nature as you climb high above the valley floor and breathe in the fresh mountain air. The towering walls of Zion are breathtaking. It's difficult t...
Zion - National Park Service
 
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One of the best views in the park, with easy access and family friendly hike!
Emerald Pools Trail, Utah - 5,421 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
 
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Amazing accomodation option at Zion NP
Lodging in Zion National Park, Utah | Zion National Park Lodge
 
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Incredible slot canyon in Kanab!
Kanab: Peekaboo Slot Canyon Tour
 
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Epic ATV journey to a slot canyon & hike through!
East Zion: Crimson Slot Canyon Exploration and UTV Tour
 
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Epic 72 hour adventure through Bryce Canyon NP, Grand Canyon NP, Zion NP & Antelope!
Las Vegas: Grand Canyon, Antelope, Bryce and Zion 3-Day Tour

Arches NP

This red rock wonderland is filled with incredible natural Arches, unique rock formations, scenic landscapes, impressive hikes and amazing stargazing opportunities. The park has over 2,000 natural stone arches, hundreds of soaring pinnacles, massive ...
 
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This is by far one of the most exhilarating hikes we've done (and we're avid hikers!). We attempted Devils Garden trail during our visit in December and were met with ice covered red sand trails. The patches of ice made traversing this unique terrain...
Arches National Park: A hike for adventure seekers
 
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One of the most incredible spots to watch the sunset within the park!
Delicate Arch Trail, Utah
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The tallest arch within Arches NP and an outstanding view of the the windows and several other rock formations nearby. This is especially stunning at sunset.
Double Arch Trail, Utah
 
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The best hotels near Arches NP
Hotels near Arches National Park - Moab - Tripadvisor
 
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Round up of the best restaurants near Arches NP
THE 10 BEST Restaurants Near Arches National Park Scenic Drive - Tripadvisor
 
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Restaurant recommendations for Moab, UT (*just outside of Arches National Park)
Moab Restaurants and Dining Guide

CanyonLands National Park

Canyonlands invites you to explore a wilderness of countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes carved by the Colorado River and its tributaries. One of our favorite locations in Utah. We loved viewing the vast canyons and massive rock formati...
 
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Prepare to be amazed and blown away by the sheer size of these canyons! They quite literally took my breath away! I was in awe of the variety of rocks, curvature of the canyons and vast landscape. My favorite find is Mesa Arch, this is a must see!
Canyonlands - National Park Service
 
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One of the most spectacular sights in the park! This is an incredible view, particularly early in the day or at sunset.
Mesa Arch Trail, Utah
 
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Looks like a slice of heaven, it's absolutely stunning!
Gooseneck Overlook Trail (U.S. National Park Service)
 
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Accomodations near Canyonlands NP
Lodging Near Canyonlands National Park
 
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Exploring the incredible Skye District
From Moab: Sky District Canyonlands National Park 4x4 Tour
 
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10 best restaurants near Canyonlands NP
THE 10 BEST Restaurants Near Canyonlands by Night & Day (2025)

Bryce Canyon National Park

Wander amongst towering hoodoos & pinnacles, hike between natural arches and keyhole arches. Bryce Canyon National Park, a sprawling reserve in southern Utah, is known for crimson-colored hoodoos, which are spire-shaped rock formations. The par...
 
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Walk amongst the hoodoos, marvel at their size, color and unique spires. There are several trails to get up close and truly immerse yourself in the park. You'll want to check out: Inspiration point, Sunset & Sunrise point for incredible views
Bryce Canyon - National Park Service
 
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From Vegas to Antelope, to slot canyons to Bryce NP- one amazing adventure!
Las Vegas: Grand Canyon, Antelope, Bryce and Zion 3-Day Tour
 
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Guided tour through Bryce Canyon NP
Bryce: Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bryce Canyon National Park
 
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Great recommendations on where to stay near Bryce
Where Should I Stay While Visiting Bryce Canyon?
 
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Best locations in between Bryce NP & Zion NP
The best place to stay to visit both Zion and Bryce Canyon - Review of Best Western ...
 
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Hands down the best trail info for Bryce Canyon NP
10 Best hikes and trails in Bryce Canyon National Park

Capitol Reef National Park

Located in south-central Utah in the heart of red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is a hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes, and bridges in the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) extending almost 10...
 
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Red rocks, massive canyons and mind boggling scenic views everywhere you look! Capitol Reef National Park is one of those places that leaves a lasting impression on you that you'll never forget. Our favorite areas were Grand Wash, Sunset Point &...
Capitol Reef - National Park Service
 
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Our favorite area to stay at Capitol Reef! The resort is beautiful and highly recommend eating at the Pioneer Kitchen, amazing food!
Welcome To Capitol Reef Resort - Official Capitol Reef Website
 
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The 10 best trails in Capitol Reef
10 Best hikes and trails in Capitol Reef National Park
 
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Unique sunrise photography experience!
Capitol Reef Sunrise Photography Tour
 
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Explore the amazing Cathedral Valley!
Capitol Reef National Park: Cathedral Valley Day Trip
 
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Awesome list of affordable food options!
Best Restaurants In and Around Capitol Reef (+ Affordable Options)

Road trip tips- Visiting Utah's Mighty 5

Visiting and exploring the Mighty 5 of Utah- How to plan an epic adventure, road trip tips and sights to see

 
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All my tips for planning an epic road trip adventure to visit all of Utah's Mighty 5- National Parks. We spent 9 days adventuring from Las Vegas NV across to Arches and back to Las Vegas for a few days before our flight back to Oregon. The incredib...
How to plan: An Epic Road Trip To Utah’s Mighty 5
 
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Helpful tips for planning your road trip to all 5 NP's in Utah
A (Very) Helpful Guide to Utah's Mighty 5 Road Trip
 
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Places to stay along the route- Road trip
Places to stay to hit the mighty 5 : r/NationalPark
 
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Some hidden gems near the Mighty 5
Hitting the mighty 5 and other hidden gems-NationalPark

Southwest Travel essentials to ensure you have the best adventure!

All the essentials you'll need for an amazing time in the Southwest

 
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Everything you need for an incredible Southwest adventure! These are my tried and true travel favorites. Everything we used and brought with us during our recent 9 day trip around the Southwest states of Nevada, Arizona & Utah.
Krista's Travel Essentials - Southwest Trip
 
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Everything you need to ensure you have the time of your life while exploring these magnificent parks
Hiking/outdoor adventures- Must Haves
 
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Trails and hikes you won't want to miss!
Mighty 5 | List

Deadhorse State Park

Incredible state park located within 20 minutes of Canyonlands NP-Island in the Sky entrance 

 
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One of our favorite areas of Utah! Located conveniently only 15 minutes from Canyonlands NP!
Dead Horse Point State Park - Utah State Parks
 
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The closest accomodations to Deadhorse state park
THE CLOSEST Hotels to Dead Horse Point State Park, Moab - Tripadvisor
 
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Trails and hikes you don't want to miss!
Best walking trails in Dead Horse Point State Park