Category: US Travel

We Came for the Wildlife: Badlands National Park

August 20, 2023

Badlands National Park is a wild and rugged place, tucked away in southwest South Dakota. People visit this park for all sorts of reasons: its rugged rock formations, glowing green grasslands, rich fossil collection, dark starry nights, and interesting cultural history as a nuclear launch site. But weren’t there for any of those things… we … More We Came for the Wildlife: Badlands National Park

6 Things We Love About Slot Canyons… and 3 Things You May Not – Vanlife Utah

August 2, 2023

Even before I knew what they were called, I scrolled through photos of slot canyons on my phone, hoping that one day I’d have the chance to explore one and capture my own photos. But until recently, I didn’t even know where to find them. Imagine how thrilled I was to discover that southern Utah, … More 6 Things We Love About Slot Canyons… and 3 Things You May Not – Vanlife Utah

Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 3 – Canyonlands

July 16, 2023

We spent 30 hours exploring an island in the sky. What? An island in the desert? Yes! The Island in the Sky is one of four districts in the sprawling Canyonlands National Park. Like Capitol Reef, the name sounds oddly aquatic, but it is nevertheless appropriate for this desert setting. The “island” is a broad … More Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 3 – Canyonlands

Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 2 – Capitol Reef

July 9, 2023

What kind of name is Capitol Reef? It sounds like a place from an underwater fantasy world, but guess what? It’s above sea level and requires hiking gear to explore, not fins and a snorkel. The park’s name is a quirky mix of its two most remarkable features. The massive Navajo Sandstone dome gave early … More Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 2 – Capitol Reef

Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 1 – Bryce Canyon

June 29, 2023

Utah is world famous for its “Mighty Five” National Parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, and Zion. Our crew often skips over National Parks for more dog-friendly destinations, but with so many spectacular parks clustered in the southern half of one little state, each surrounded by cheap or free camping on public lands, we … More Utah National Parks Mini-Series: Part 1 – Bryce Canyon

Monument Valley vs. Valley of the Gods… What’s the Difference? – Vanlife Utah

May 18, 2023

Two destinations… so alike yet so different. And ultimately, so comparable! On the beaten track versus off the beaten track. Busy versus serene. Lots of amenities versus none. Which one would be your favourite? We’re sharing our experiences in each of these places – read on and let us help you decide! … More Monument Valley vs. Valley of the Gods… What’s the Difference? – Vanlife Utah

7 Things We Loved About Gooseneck State Park… and 2 Things We Didn’t – Vanlife Utah

May 7, 2023

Gooseneck State Park is a tiny State Park in Utah with HUGE views. It blew our minds! We loved it so much that I’m devoting an entire blog post to it. That said, no place is perfect, so I’ve also included the only 2 things we didn’t love. Read on travel lovers! … More 7 Things We Loved About Gooseneck State Park… and 2 Things We Didn’t – Vanlife Utah