Bluff, UT is just a wide spot in the middle of Highway 191 near the four corners area, but Bluff Fort is really fun. It is run by a group called the Hole in the Rock Foundation, and tells the story of Mormon Pioneers who founded Bluff. These pioneers traveled across…
Chesler Park Viewpoint is a long out-and-back trail in the Needles section of Canyonlands National Park. This trail runs nearly six miles without a clear destination, which is longer than we recommend for most families, but with our boys getting older, it was just right for us. If you are looking…
Pothole Point is a very short, very easy hike just right for toddlers in the Needles section of Canyonlands National Park. This hike is perfectly flat, has sure footing, and features a few fun places to explore, which makes it a hit with the 5 and under crowd. If you have…
The Stone Storehouse in Canyonlands National Park Needles area is a short walk to an old ruin. The trail is simple and has an interpretive guide about the local plants. This hike has also been called Roadside Ruin, but the National Park is updating the name. Stone Storehouse Trail is found…
Cave Spring is our boys favorite hike in the Needles section of Canyonlands National Park. This is because the hike is short, easy, shady, and features two ladders, which they love. There is a small parking lot for this trail, and it usually isn't very busy. The trail crosses though a…
Forgotten Canyon Ruins, also called Defiance House, can only be reached by boat. It is a great place to explore with kids on your next trip to Lake Powell. Forgotten Canyon is located near the Bullfrog Marina, so if you have launched from there, you should be able to find it…