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028A7560 LR Hiking the Devils Garden Trail to the Dark Angel Viewpoint
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Hiking the Devils Garden Trail to the Dark Angel Viewpoint

The Devils Garden Trail traverses one of the most spectacular sections of Arches National Park, to the Dark Angel rock formation at the end. Along the trail are eight arches, including Landscape Arch – the longest natural arch in America.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsFebruary 2, 2023 ago
IMG 0950 LR The spectacular Zion Narrows hike up the Virgin River
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The spectacular Zion Narrows hike up the Virgin River

Zion Narrows is a spectacular hike up the Virgin River from the Temple of Sinawava. For most of the hike you’re wading in the river below the towering walls of the Zion Canyon. (It can also be done as a longer one-way trip down the river, which requires a permit.)

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsJanuary 9, 2023 ago
IMG 0844 LR Climbing up the vertiginous trail to Angels Landing in Zion
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Climbing up the vertiginous trail to Angels Landing in Zion

Considered one of the most iconic hikes in Zion, Angels Landing involves a steep climp up to the end of a narrow ridge, which has a sheer drop on both sides. A permit system has been in place from April 2022 to manage numbers and improve safety.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsJanuary 2, 2023 ago
028A7101 LR Easy hiking and spectacular scenery at The Windows arches
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Easy hiking and spectacular scenery at The Windows arches

From The Windows carpark, two short hiking trails provides access to three impressive arches in close vicinity. One trail goes to North Window and South Window, while the other takes you underneath the spectacular Double Arch.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsNovember 26, 2022 ago
028A7016 LR Hiking to the spectacular Corona Arch in Moab
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Hiking to the spectacular Corona Arch in Moab

Larger than all the arches in Arches National Park, the enormous Corona Arch is over 140 feet (42m) high. On the way is the smaller Bowtie Arch. While a popular hike, this trail just outside Moab is much less trafficked than many other hikes in the area.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsNovember 20, 2022 ago
028A6901 LR A hidden Delicate Arch viewpoint away from the crowds
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A hidden Delicate Arch viewpoint away from the crowds

Delicate Arch is one of the most iconic and spectacular rock formations in Arches National Park. While the popular trail is almost alway busy, a hidden vantage point provides a different perspective of the arch.

By oliverd :-), 3 yearsNovember 14, 2022 ago
img 3051 lr Big canyon vistas on the West Rim Trail down to Zion Canyon
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Big canyon vistas on the West Rim Trail down to Zion Canyon

The West Rim trail is one one of the longer day walks in Zion National Park, descending from Lava Point along the Horse Pasture Plateau to the floor of Zion Canyon.

By oliverd :-), 8 yearsJune 17, 2018 ago
img 3006 lr The popular Zion Canyon Overlook has a spectacular view at the end
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The popular Zion Canyon Overlook has a spectacular view at the end

Canyon Overlook in Zion National Park is a short but scenic walk just off the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway, which ends with an impressive view over lower Zion Canyon.

By oliverd :-), 8 yearsJune 16, 2018 ago
img 2741 lr Non-stop view on a long Bryce Canyon hiking loop that combines four popular trails
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Non-stop view on a long Bryce Canyon hiking loop that combines four popular trails

Bryce Canyon – the best hikes in one day! An extended Bryce Canyon hike that incorporates the Navajo Loop Trail, Peekaboo Loop, Queens Garden Loop and Fairyland Loop to take in the most spectacular sections of the canyon.

By oliverd :-), 8 yearsJune 16, 2018 ago

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