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Where and When to Get the Best Photos of the Milky Way

1. Joshua Tree National Park, California

If you can avoid stumbling into cacti, this national park (and a certified International Dark Sky Park) straddling the Mojave Desert and lower Colorado Desert

Enjoying water in Bryce Canyon Country

Here in Bryce Canyon Country's high desert, water is precious but there are still plenty of spots to enjoy your favorite water activities. From world class fishing in high alpine lakes to waterfalls and white water rapids, come enjoy the moisture in Bryce Canyon Country.

A view of Upper Calf Creek

Poison Spring – Dirty Devil River

The OHV trail from Poison Spring to Dirty Devil River crosses through one of the most remote canyons in the southern Utah, and in the U.S. This extremely challenging 16-mile trail (each way) is restricted to off-road vehicles only. Plan at least five to six hours round trip. The staging area is

Spring Season – Bryce Canyon Country

Flowers blooming in a mountain meadow.

With spring in full bloom, many seasoned visitors claim this is the most beautiful time of year to visit Bryce Canyon Country. Snow often still caps the red rock hoodoos, creating a magical backdrop for spring's blossoming wildflowers, lush green alpine

Bryce Canyon Country – A Multi-day Destination – Part 1

Part One:

The next couple of blog posts introduce information on why Bryce Canyon Country is truly a multi-day destination.

Bryce Canyon National Park in early morning light.

Bryce Canyon National Park is the crown jewel of Garfield County—but there's so much natural beauty and adventure to

Bryce Canyon Country – A Multi-day Destination – Part 2

This post is a continuation of Part 1 with additional information on why Bryce Canyon Country is a multi-day vacation destination. Read Part 1.

A view of some of the levels of formations that comprise Utah's Grand Staircase.

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Grand Staircase-Escalante

Bryce Canyon Main Viewpoints

There are only great views at Bryce Canyon National Park, but did you know that these already spectacular vistas are even better when you're in the right place at the right time? There are four main viewpoints in Bryce amphitheater.

Sunrise Point: Start your morning at Sunrise Point for one of the

Romantic Getaways – Bryce Canyon Country

A couple enjoys the views at Grosvenor Arch in the Grand Staircase

Time for a little romance? Bryce Canyon Country has already set the stage — all you have to do is show up with that special someone! Majestic red rock hoodoos and incredible panoramic views create an ideal backdrop for a picnic

Scenic Drives, Capitol Reef National Park

Capitol Reef National Park – Sunrise

Bryce Canyon isn't the only National Park accessible from Bryce Canyon Country. Did you know Capitol Reef National Park runs north-south into Garfield County, and is easily accessible for visitors staying in Boulder or Escalante? From either town, take