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Arizona Adventures: Fun in Flagstaff

Continuing on their roadtrip adventure through the Southwest, the Cranky Camper shares a new hike in the Flagstaff area along with two popular places to eat.

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Side Trails: Hog Springs and Glen Canyon

Taking the road less traveled, we continue on our Southwest road trip adventure through Hog Springs in the Henry Mountains and Glen Canyon Recreation Area.

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Capitol Reef National Park

With fruit trees, pie, stunning canyons, and natural bridges, Capitol Reef National Park is an adventurer's paradise. While it was quieter than Arches or even Canyonlands, this national park was probably my favorite.

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Arches National Park

Arches National Park in Moab, Utah is home to thousands of arches and natural rock formations, including the famed Delicate Arch.

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Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands is the largest national park in Utah with diverse geology and interesting features. Points in interest include balanced rocks, deep canyons, needle-like spires, and the famed Mesa Arch.