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4×4 Roadtrip through Utah & Arizona VIDEO

Check out this video of our Southwest 4×4 Roadtrip through Utah and Arizona featuring Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion National Park and more!

At long last here’s a look at our amazing road trip through Arizona and Utah, in video form! I hope you enjoy this look at Antelope Canyon, Zion National Park, Horseshoe Bend and so much more. This was truly the trip of a lifetime and being able to experience it while 4×4 camping was so special. If you like what you see, there are many more videos up on my YouTube Channel! Check them out and while you’re there don’t forget to subscribe…. Read More »

Easy Hike in Zion National Park, Utah

If you’re looking for an easy hike in Zion National Park Utah with epic views and great scenery, try Northgate Peak Trail at the Wildcat Canyon Trailhead.

As part of our epic Southwest road trip through Utah and Arizona, Pat and I spent a day exploring Zion National Park. Because our trip was last minute, we didn’t have time to organize a hiking permit like you need for many of the most epic Zion hikes like The Narrows.

Also, if I’m being completely honest, I’m not terribly fond of heights. While Pat is an adrenaline seeker, I’m what I like to call “risk-phobic”. I don’t have a phobia of heights per say, I really don’t like to put myself in risky situations in general. I’m a bird in the hand kind of girl…. Read More »

4×4 Camping Roadtrip with Pacific Overlander

We rented a Pacific Overlander 4×4 camping vehicle and did a five-day road trip through California, Utah & Arizona. Here’s our experience off-road camping (more like glamping!) along the way.

Last month Pat and I set out on a road trip adventure that was unlike anything I’ve ever done. We rented a 4×4 truck outfitted with a tent on top that allowed us to take advantage of all the public land here on the west coast. It was a taste of the #VanLife movement and oh was it sweet…. Read More »