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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.

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Gateway to Adventure: Moab, Utah

The second and main stop in our summer road trip brought us to the town of Moab, Utah. Moab is a gateway to adventure with Arches and Canyonlands National Parks in close driving distance, and was our home base for our Utah adventures.

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Arizona Adventures: Sedona

The first stop in our summer road trip, Sedona, Arizona, is known for its red rock formations and eclectic vibes. There are many places to explore in this beautiful part of northern Arizona.

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Ode to the Great American Road Trip

A prelude to the summer 2022 vacation season, the Cranky Camper takes a drive down memory lane in this essay on the American road trip

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Chino Hills State Park

At the end of the spring wildflower season, Owen and I explored some of the spots in the rolling hills of Chino Chills State Park.