Directions to Grand Staircase-Escalante The Grand Staircase itself is located in the western section of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. While there are many roads criss-crossing through the monument, most people will approach the Grand Staircase from Cannonville, Tropic, or even Henrieville on Highway 12. Highway 12 is also known as Scenic Byway 12. […]
How far apart are Arches and Canyonlands? One of the nice things about Canyonlands National Park is that it’s so close to Arches National Park you can easily see both in a single day. However, if you have some time to spare, we’d recommend taking a full day at each park. You can certainly get […]
History of 17-Mile Just as the name suggests, 17-Mile Drive is a 17-mile scenic loop that runs all the way around the coast of Pebble Beach, just off the Pacific Coast Highway. A 17-Mile Drive tour will typically take you all the way around the peninsula and back to the PCH, although there are also […]
There’s really no wrong way to take a Pacific Coast Highway road trip, but we’d recommend starting in the north so there’s nothing between your car and an uninterrupted view of the ocean on your right. We’d also highly recommend taking three or four days instead of driving straight through. There’s so much to do […]
The Grand Staircase-Escalante is a sprawling National Monument that reaches out over 1.8 million acres of vast plateaus, colorful cliffs, and fascinating rock formations. The monument is a popular spot with hikers, campers and backpackers . Outdoor enthusiasts will be happy to know that this park sees fewer visitors than its neighbors Zion National Park, […]
While Canyonlands National Park does have an entrance fee, you’re not required to get a permit before you arrive. However, there are a few specific activities that do require extra permits. If you want to take a vehicle down White Rim Road, Elephant Hill Road, Lavender Canyon Road, or Peekaboo and Horse Canyon Roads, you’ll […]
There are plenty of places to stop and look around at Pebble Beach, mainly showing off the spectacular views of the forest or the Pacific Ocean. Any good 17-Mile Drive tour will take you to a wide variety of stops along the way. After all, as Pebble Beach founder Samuel F.B. Morse once said: “The […]
The Pacific Coast Highway is a beautiful stretch of coastal highway spanning the length of California, offering spectacular views and stunning vistas. With its winding roads, crashing waves and magnificent mountain passes, it has become one of the most popular road trips in America. Many travelers flock to this route for an unforgettable experience that […]
The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is without a doubt a one of a kind travel destination. The expansive national monument stretches out over 1.9 million acres from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon all the way to the High Plateaus of Utah. To put that in perspective, the monument is just a little larger […]
The Grand Staircase National Monument is a popular spot for seasoned wilderness hikers, but its otherworldly beauty, unique landscape and breathtaking natural vistas appeal to less experienced hikers as well as road trippers. The Grand Staircase Escalante is a massive national monument, stretching from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon to the High Plateaus […]