Amble in Arizona – Part 1 : The Grand Canyon
Three days of backpacking in The Grand Canyon as the first part of my Arizona vacation. Read More …
Tag: Colorado Plateau
Off to the Big Ditch
Backpacking in the Grand Canyon for a few days. Read More …
Top Campsites – A Baker’s Dozen
A look at thirteen of my favorite campsites from over the years. Read More …
Backcountry Moratorium in Arches National Park
The backcountry is currently closed effectively in Arches National Park. And camping will soon be, too. At least for a little bit. Some thoughts. Read More …
Happy 100th birthday to the NPS!
Today is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. And that also means the lesser known National Monuments are part of this celebration, too Read More …
Natural Bridges National Monument
A full day and a night in the Natural Bridges National Monument of Utah. Read More …
Into the Darkness – Dark Canyon, Utah
A backpacking trip into the upper Dark Canyon of Utah. Read More …
Return to Chaco Canyon – Thanksgiving 2015
A fine holiday spent in Chaco Canyon, NM. Read More …
Red Rock Delight – Black Ridge Canyon Wilderness
A late shoulder season backpacking trip in a remote canyon in the Black Ridge Canyon Wilderness. Read More …
Colorado Canyon Country – Little Bookcliffs WSA
An overnight backpacking trip to an area that featured canyons, desert flowers in bloom and mustangs. Read More …
Off-season backpacking destinations in Colorado
Some ideas for spring or late fall shoulder season backpacking destinations in Colorado.
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Mesa County Weekend – Two short jaunts; one long weekend
Some much needed backcountry time in the canyon country outside of Fruita and Grand Junction, CO. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 19 – The Colorado Plateau
Another issue of Trail Groove that published some of my articles.
Edge of the Four Corners – Chimney Rock National Monument
After my San Juans jaunt, I decided to take advantage of my location and see something I’ve been wanting to see for a while: Chimney Rock National Monument. Located at the northern and eastern-most part of what is called Read More …
Echoes of the past – Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients
Five days of camping and hiking in the Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients national monuments. Read More …
The Good Way – Bandelier National Monument
A long weekend backpacking in Bandelier National Monument.
Dinosaur National Monument – Memorial Day Weekend 2013
A trip to Dinosaur National Monument over Memorial Day Weekend
Down to the River – Dominguez Canyon Backpack
A weekend backpacking trip to Dominguez Canyon outside of Grand Junction, CO.