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25 Sep Don’t skimp when visiting Utah’s Capitol Reef

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I visited Capitol Reef for 3 days in late March. Perfect timing. Fewer tourists, clear blue spring skies and ideal hiking temps....

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03 Aug New Mexico wildlife refuge dazzles in November

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Arctic snow geese and sandhill cranes migrate to winter feed at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico...

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The short Pueblo Loop Trail starts by the canyon visitor center

17 May Bandelier National Monument preserves ancient cultures

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If you’re near Santa Fe or Albuquerque, New Mexico, check out Bandelier National Monument and its fascinating ruins of ancient cultures and its network of...

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04 Mar Arizona park features mountains, canyons, history

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After my first visit, Chiricahua National Monument in Arizona is already calling me back. I explored during early November. ...

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31 Jan Five steps for visiting Arizona’s Petrified Forest

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Returning to Petrified Forest after 35 years, I discovered great walking trails, colorful landscapes and fascinating geology....

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14 Jan New Mexico’s Most Captivating, Unknown Outdoor Destination

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04 Dec New Mexico’s White Sands mesmerizes at dawn

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I liked White Sands National Park in southern Arizona, but I wasn’t gaga over it. Now I need to explain that assessment....

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09 Jul Charleston’s Cypress Gardens great for family outings

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There are multiple options for exploring South Carolina’s low-country ecosystems, but I specifically chose Cypress Gardens because it’s a little more touristy with facilities and...

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Crescent Pool is just one of many geothermal features in the Upper Geyser Basin near Old Faithful

13 Jun The pros and cons of visiting Yellowstone National Park in spring

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Yellowstone may be the most fascinating place on earth. Summer and winter are special, but what about spring? We recently visited in May. ...

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23 May Amazing destinations “outside of” Arches National Park help avoid the crowds

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Manu visitors to Moab, Utah stay inside Arches National Park and Canyonlands, but here are other amazing places that you should consider....

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