Anne's Travels

10 Best (and worst) Day Hikes in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

I think I can safely say that Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is one of my favorite parks ever. There’s such a diversity of scenery (i.e., of different kinds of rock formations, badlands, etc.) and most parts aren’t extremely well-visited, so…

Newspaper Rock in Petrified Forest National Park

In the middle of Petrified Forest National Park is a small viewpoint. It’s not remarkable except that it sits on the clifftop above boulders literally covered in petroglyphs and rock art. These aren’t just the normal squiggles or stick figures;…

AnneMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails, Historical & Museums

Canyon Rim Boardwalk Trail above New River Gorge

If you want to see the New River Gorge Bridge, the best angle is from the Main Overlook, also known as the Canyon Rim Boardwalk. (Actually, I really like the angle from Long Point, but it’s not as classic as…

AnneMarch 6, 2025March 6, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails

An Accurate Definition of Gossip

If you’ve been in the Christian faith for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard sermons and admonitions against gossip. That’s in part because gossip is such an enormous problem in many churches, and in an attempt to bring some…

AnneMarch 5, 2025March 5, 2025 Jesus Sees the Wilderness

Moose Falls in Southern Yellowstone

Moose Falls would be a tourist stop if it was a little more popular. Actually, it already brings in plenty of people who don’t want to hike very much but who do want to see a waterfall. The trail is…

AnneMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails

How to See the Fiery Furnace – Without a Permit!

Most people who visit Arches National Park drive right by the entrance to the Fiery Furnace, because the sign on the road says that a permit is required for entry. This is true as far as it goes – if…

AnneFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails

Garmin GPSMAP 67i – Menus, Features, and more!

If you’re wondering what on earth the Garmin GPSMAP 67i hiking GPS does for you, I’ve got you covered! The video below goes through all of the menus to show you exactly what features are on it and what you…

AnneFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025 Gear Reviews

Bible Verses about Camping

The Bible talks about camping quite a bit, probably because the Patriarchs lived in tents! And of course, David and others lived in tents when they went to battle, and the tabernacle was a tent (the Tent of Meeting). Enjoy…

AnneFebruary 26, 2025February 26, 2025 10 Best & Collections, Jesus Sees the Wilderness

Oregon Coast Trail: Whaleshead Beach to China Beach

Last summer, I happened to be driving north along the coast of California (it’s a lot cooler than driving I-5, that’s for sure!) The day after our little adventure in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park (the Ossagon Trail down to…

AnneFebruary 24, 2025February 24, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails

History at Harmony Borax Works

The Harmony Borax Works is one of the classic stops in Death Valley National Park. I like them because they offer both great history and a good view of the surrounding area. The 20 Mule Team, made famous by the…

AnneFebruary 21, 2025February 21, 2025 All Hikes & Attractions, Hikes & Trails, Historical & Museums

Photos from Every Visit to the Grand Canyon!

I’ve been to the Grand Canyon more than any other national park. I’ve also almost died in the Grand Canyon more times than in any other national park, but maybe we’d better not dwell on that in this post! Instead,…

AnneFebruary 20, 2025February 20, 2025 10 Best & Collections

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