Ultimate Southwest Road Trip for Nature and Adventure Lovers
The main draw of this Southwest road trip was the Grand Canyon as it is something I’ve always wanted to see in person, but the other places we visited on this trip were just as awe inspiring! It was difficult to narrow down everything we wanted to do into a 1-week itinerary, but we did it, and I’m here to share all of the details with you!
You could easily spend an entire week in any one of these areas, but we wanted to see as much as possible in our limited time, so we chose to just scratch the surface in each spot. If you have more time, you can use this as a starting point and check out the “additional options” at the bottom for more amazing ideas.
Planning:
We took this trip during the 3rd week of June, so it was definitely hotter and more crowded than the shoulder season, but it was the best timing for all of our schedules, and we had a great time regardless. Tagging along with my daughter and myself was my sister, her husband, and their two kids. The kids were all between the ages of 9 and 13, so I kept that in mind while planning. *As the planner, I try to make sure to include the things that are not to be missed along with one or two unique activities that really make lasting impressions!
Because we were coming from east coast time, and many of the parks we were going to get crowded early, we decided to stay on our time so that we could get to most of our hikes and parks around 6 in the morning (8 or 9 our time, so not bad for us). This pretty much beat all of the crowds at the beginning of each day and gave us milder temperatures. This ended up working out extremely well!
The starting and ending point for this Southwest road trip was Las Vegas. The Harry Reid Internation Airport has direct flights from all over the world, and we were able to get a direct flight with a budget carrier which saved big on our airfare costs! We basically did a big circle as far as our driving. We rented a car and stayed in hotels and a VRBO as opposed to renting a camper, but that is definitely also an option. I also tried to spread out the driving as best as I could, but this was a ROAD trip, so time in the car was part of our expectations.
Our Southwest Road Trip Itinerary:
Here is a map and a quick summary of the main activities we did each day throughout our trip along with estimated driving times. Below this, I go into detail for each day. I include information for cost, hours, etc., that is correct at the time of writing.
Day 1:
4 hrs. 45 min. flight time, 15 min. driving time
- Fly to Las Vegas – 4 hrs. 45 min.
- Mirage Hotel and Casino – 15 min. from airport
- Swim, walk the strip
Day 2:
6 hrs. driving time
- Hoover Dam – 40 min. from hotel
- Route 66 including Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Restaurant – 2 hrs. 10 min. from above
- The Grand Canyon South Rim – 1 hr. 40 min. from above
- Flagstaff – 1 hr. 30 min. from above
Day 3:
2 hrs. 35 min. driving time
- Bell Rock in Sedona – 50 min. from hotel
- Fay Canyon Ranch in Sedona – 25 min. from above
- Slide Rock State Park – 30 min. from above
- Back to hotel
Day 4:
3 hrs. 35 min. driving time
- Horseshoe Bend – 2 hrs. 10 min. from hotel
- Lone Rock Beach – 22 min. from above
- Toadstool Hoodoos – 22 min. from above
- Condo in Kanab – 41 min. from above
Day 5:
3 hrs. 50 min. driving time
- Bryce Canyon National Park – 1 hr. 25 min. from condo
- The Sand Caves – 1 hr. 17 min. from above but on way back to condo
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes – 30 min. from condo (later in evening)
Day 6:
45 min. driving time
- Slot Canyon Canyoneering – 20 min. from above + off road with tour guide
- Belly of the Dragon – 2 min. detour on way back to condo
Day 7:
3 hrs. 45 min. driving time
- Zion National Park – 37 min. from VRBO
- Mandalay Hotel and Casino – 3 hrs. 8 min. from above
Day 8:
15 min. driving time and 4 hrs. flight time
- Fly back home
Day 1: Arrival, Mirage Hotel, and Las Vegas Strip
Ah, Las Vegas…there is so much to do here, but this was not our main destination, so we were limited on time in this location. Looking back on it, I wish I could’ve scheduled an extra day or two here, but on this trip, we really were limited to the time we had, so I am looking forward to a future trip to Vegas to really do it right!
We stayed at the Mirage Hotel which is no longer there! Hard Rock has taken over, and it is currently under construction (supposed to open in 2027). We were able to check in when we got there because it was close to 3 and our rooms happened to be ready. Part of the reason I had booked the Mirage is because the pool area was so nice.
Originally, I had thought about making time for a show, but even the earlier shows were very late considering we were coming from east coast time and had to get up very early. We decided to mainly relax since our next day was going to be so much driving. We swam at the pool for a couple of hours, and then walked the strip some, seeing the volcano, that used to be affiliated with The Mirage, the Bellagio fountains, and just taking in the Vegas vibe.
I researched so many things to do in this area, but because we didn’t do them, I am not going to delve into them here. I will link to some options at the bottom of this post in the “additional options” section.
Day 2: Hoover Dam, Route 66, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff
Hoover Dam
Because we were coming from the east coast, we decided to stay on our typical schedule and leave Vegas at 5:00 a.m. since it was like 8:00 for us. The Hoover Dam opens at 5:00 a.m., but the visitor center doesn’t open until 9, so if you are wanting to do one of the tours, you’ll want to come a little later. This was a tough decision for us, but we had a lot of driving this day, so we skipped the tours. One day I’d like to do the guided dam tour.
Before getting to the Hoover Dam, we went to the Mike O’ Callaghan – Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge which has its own big parking lot and is about 1 mile before it. If you want a good picture of the Hoover Dam, then this is the place to take it!
You can park in two different states to access the Hoover Dam. On the Nevada side, there is a paid parking garage. The Arizona side is free but is a longer walk. We walked down, got some great pictures, stood in both states at the same time, and just enjoyed the views! Another perk to being there early was the complete lack of crowds!
*The Hoover Dam is in two states, so there can be two different time zones depending on the time of year since Arizona does not observe daylight savings (except for the part that is registered as Navajo Nation). The Hoover Dam itself uses Pacific Standard Time.
| Cost: | Dam: free; tours: $15, $25, or $40 depending on tour |
| Hours: | Dam: 5 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Visitor Center: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Address: | 100 Hoover Dam Access Rd. Boulder City, NV 89005 |
| Parking: | Plenty of parking; $10 on Nevada side and free on Arizona side |
Route 66
After leaving Hoover Dam, and once we got to about Kingman, we decided to continue our Southwest road trip by hopping on the famous Route 66 until we reached Seligman. This added about 20 minutes to our drive which I thought was very worth it since the alternative was just a plain old interstate. Most of this section of Route 66 was pretty plain itself though, but there were some cool sections, and it’s just cool knowing that I got to drive some of this iconic highway.
I thought about planning a stop at Keepers of the Wild Nature Park. They have great reviews, and it’d be a good rest break, but time was still not on our side, and we were already planning to eat not long after, so it didn’t make sense for us this time.
Our plan was to stop and eat at Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-In, a classic road stop on Route 66 for good reason. When we got there, some of us were craving more of a meal, meal, so while we waited for a hotdog for my daughter, we took a lot of funny photos with the odd collection of stuff they had everywhere. Then, we decided to back track about half a mile to eat at Westside Lilo’s Cafe. I don’t remember much about the meal other than it was good, but I do remember their famous carrot cake, and it was fantastic!
Grand Canyon
Our original plan was to splurge on a helicopter and pontoon tour which is only offered at the West Rim. I loved the idea of flying, touching down, and then getting on a pontoon to be in the river. Unfortunately, the pontoon part of our tour became unavailable, so we didn’t do it. However, it looked awesome! The West Rim also has the Skywalk.
We still went to the South Rim which is the most popular and iconic section of the Grand Canyon. The following link will give you all of the details on the shuttle routes, map, bus stops, and what to see on each route. Shuttle Routes You can also check the traffic at the south entrance on their camera.
We mainly did the red route because it has a lot of the best stops for views such as Hopi Point, Mohave Point, and Powell Point, but we also did some of the orange route to stop at Mather Point and Yavapai Point. Additionally, on the orange route, we did some hiking at the South Kaibab Trailhead. This trail leads all the way down, but our goal was to make it to Ooh Aah Point which is about a mile down. Unfortunately, we didn’t make it with the heat, but it was still cool to have hiked down part of it and see it up close!
| Cost: | Private vehicle costs $35 which covers 7 days; America the Beautiful Pass is $80 for a vehicle and covers all parks for a year which is what we did |
| Hours: | 24/7; Visitor Center Hours are 8 or 9 a.m. to 4 or 5 p.m. |
| Address: | South Entrance is at 2 S. Entrance Rd Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023 |
| Parking: | Lots of parking but can get full |
Where We Stayed:
After exploring the Grand Canyon, we went to our hotel, the Comfort Inn in Flagstaff/Beulah. Their prices were reasonable and they had a free breakfast which was convenient. It was also in a good location considering where we were coming from and where we were headed over the next two days. Additionally, they had a small pool and hot tub that the kids took advantage of in the evenings. There are plenty of other hotels right in this location though, so check prices since they could differ.
Day 3: Sedona
Bell Rock
We only had a day in Sedona, and were in the heat of summer with kids, so we only did two of the shorter hikes. However, when I go back, I want to tackle Devil’s Bridge and Soldier’s Pass because pictures and reviews of those two hikes also look amazing.
We started early in the day at Bell Rock. This hike is only a little less than 1 mile but offers amazing views and fun climbing if you’re traveling with kids. This was my daughter’s favorite hike of the entire trip. We stayed here for a while because the kids just climbed around a bunch once we got to the rock. You can’t climb all the way up, but you can get pretty far. Because this hike is very open to the sun and popular, it’s best to do this one early if possible. We got here around 7 and had no trouble with parking, crowds, or heat this early.
| Cost: | Free other than parking pass |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | No single address, but park at Courthouse Vista which shows up on GPS and brings you super close |
| Parking: | Small lots around this area that fill up quickly Need a Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass displayed Can also take free shuttle (route 15/Little Horse Trailhead), but it is a longer hike |
Fay Canyon
I chose this hike as our second hike because it has much more shade. It’s also only about 2 miles and offers a cool side trek up to Fay Canyon Arch which was awesome! If you stay on the main trail, it is a very easy path along a lot of rocky, dry creek beds. If you decide to go to the Arch, it is a much steeper climb. Even after some research, I had difficulty finding the trail, but once we did, the rest of the path was easy to decipher. Here are the directions to find it:
- Go right at the break in the rocks off to the right side of the main trail crossing a dry creek bed at about the 0.6-mile mark. There is usually a rock cairn here.
- Take the path and get ready to climb the short, but steep slickrock.
- Climb into the alcove beneath the arch.
Once we got up there, we enjoyed a nice, little snack.
| Cost: | Free other than parking pass |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | Fay Canyon Trail, Sedona, AZ 86336 |
| Parking: | Medium lot that can fill quickly during peak times but not as quickly as a lot of others Need a Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass displayed Can also take free shuttle (route 11/Mescal Trailhead), but it is a longer hike |
Slide Rock State Park
After our two hikes, we went to eat at Mole Mexican Kitchen which had had great reviews and did not disappoint. It was very good! Next, we went to Slide Rock State Park which was so fun and refreshing.
There are hikes and what not around here, but we only took advantage of the water! We had fun sliding down natural, rock water slides and jumping in from one of the ledges. It was not crowded the day we went, but at the time, part of the road had been closed which I think kept a lot of people away (we had to ask to go around so that we could still access the park and they let us). We had no trouble finding parking under these circumstances.
After we were done playing in the water, we headed back to our hotel in Flagstaff for one more night.
| Cost: | $30 per vehicle (1 to 4 people), additional people are $5 each; under 6 are free |
| Hours: | Most of the year is 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with entry and swim area closing at 5 p.m. most of the year |
| Address: | 6871 AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336 |
| Parking: | Large lot but can fill up quickly during peak times and often closes mid-morning due to being full. |
Day 4: Horseshoe Bend, Lone Rock Beach, Toadstool Hoodoos
Horseshoe Bend
The next stop on our Southwest road trip was Horseshoe Bend. This was a must-see for me as I’ve always seen pictures of it.
I was surprised by the long walk to the viewing area and back. Really, it was only about half a mile, but I was not expecting it, and it was hot. We managed just fine though. There was some shaded seating on the way for people who needed a break. There were a ton of people here, but it didn’t matter much because we literally just walked down, looked at it with our eyes and binoculars for about 10 minutes, and then walked back.
We did see some kayakers on the water which I would like to do one day, but it would’ve taken a lot more time. (I did include this activity in the “additional options” at the bottom of this post in case you’re interested.)
| Cost: | $10 per vehicle (parking fee) |
| Hours: | Sunrise to sunset |
| Address: | Horseshoe Bend Overlook, Page, AZ |
| Parking: | Huge lot with plenty or parking |
After Horseshoe Bend, most people would stop at the famous slot canyons, Antelope Canyons, which is only 12 minutes from Horseshoe Bend, but it is extremely crowded during peak times of the year. The one we considered doing was Canyon X (same place as Upper and Lower Antelope) because it is very similar with way less people, but I booked a different slot canyon experience for later in the trip, so we did not stop there. You can also kayak to the slot canyons from Lake Powel and then hike which would also be cool and less crowded.
Lone Rock Beach
Lone Rock Beach is only 21 minutes from Horseshoe Bend and is on the way to Kanab, Utah which was our next homebase for this Southwest road trip. It is a popular area and famous for the lone rock that sticks out of the water. I considered going to Antelope Point Marina because it is also close by, but the boats were first-come-first-served, and were not cheap, so we decided to opt for Lone Rock Beach instead. In recent years, the water level is very low because of droughts.
I was worried about our car rental getting stuck in sand, so it was quite a walk from where we parked down to the beach considering the heat, but I did not want to take any chances. I had read that it’s quite common for people to get their cars stuck though there were plenty of vehicles right on the beach which would be more convenient!
Once we got to the beach, we walked around some and got in the water even though it was cold! We also found we had to be very careful going barefoot because there were little prickers all in the sand which hurt. All in all, it was a pretty place to check out, but I probably wouldn’t stop here again if I were back in the area.
| Cost: | $30 to $35 for a 7-day vehicle pass to all Glen Canyon areas |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | Lone Rock Beach off of Lone Rock Rd, Big Water, UT 84741 |
| Parking: | Plenty of parking above the beach and on the beach though careful of thick sand on the beach with cars |
Toadstool Hoodoos
This was only 22 minutes from Lone Rock Beach and still on our way to our VRBO. This was a very unique place with fascinating, mushroom-shaped rock spires dotted throughout. The hike was not long, and again, it gave the kids an opportunity to explore and climb all over the place. They absolutely loved it here! It was 1.8 miles out and back, so a little less than a mile both ways. It was definitely hot, but the end location was worth it for us.
| Cost: | free |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | Toadstool Hoodoos Trailhead – off of highway 89 in Big Water, UT (about 1.5 miles West of Paria Ranger Station) |
| Parking: | Small, gravel lot right by trailhead – probably only fits about 20 cars, but there was plenty of parking when we arrived and it was June |
Where We Stayed:
Once we finished the Toadstool Hoodoos, we drove to our house rental in Kanab, UT which was about 40 minutes away. The majority of the driving on this day was to Horseshoe Falls, but all of the stops were pretty well spaced out after that and the whole day didn’t feel like that much driving. I also loved the house we rented and stayed in for 3 nights (linked to exact one). It was a great base to everything else we did on this Southwest road trip.
Day 5: Bryce Canyon National Park, Sand Caves, Coral Pink Sand Dunes
Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon is not very close to anything else. It was almost an hour and a half away. You can find hotels that are close if you want to stay one night, but I didn’t want to have to move our stuff again and instead made it a day trip. Bryce is incredible especially in the summer where the temperatures don’t get above the 70s making it one of the best destinations for visiting the southwest in the very hot summer. Not only was it literally cooler, but this place was stunningly beautiful and probably my favorite hike of the trip.
There are many hikes you can do here. They also have a Junior Ranger Program though we didn’t do it. We ended up doing a combo hike of Queen’s Garden and Navajo Loop which was right at about 3 miles total.
The only drawback to going down into the Canyon is that you have to come back up which can be tiresome since it is quite the trek back up.
| Cost: | Private vehicle: $35; included with America the Beautiful Pass, which is $80 and good for a year, so it’s what we used on this trip to save some money |
| Hours: | 24/7; visitor center: 8 a.m. to either 4:30, 6, or 8 p.m. depending on time of year |
| Address: | Bryce Canyon National Park, UT-63, Bryce, Utah 84764 |
| Parking: | Each viewpoint has a parking area but can fill up quickly during peak times; there is a free shuttle where you can park at first shuttle station with a lot of parking |
Sand Caves or Moqui Caverns
This was literally on the way back to our condo and looked cool, so we stopped. At first, it was difficult to determine how to actually get over to the caves, but once we figured it out, it was not a long walk. Here is a good post with specific directions. It also shows good pictures of the rock face to get there.
I’m not going to lie though – I was terrified with my daughter crossing the rock over to the caves as there was quite a drop off the rock. I walked at a very weird angle holding her hand in case she slipped. If she had been a few years older at the time, I may not have worried, but I thought it was a little dangerous for a worried momma. My niece and nephew practically ran across without difficulty which my daughter was annoyed by since I wasn’t letting her do the same.
| Cost: | Free |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | No address, but it’s 5 to 6 miles north of Kanab, UT off of US-89. There is a signed parking lot near mile marker 69.6 near the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary turnoff |
| Parking: | Large dirt lot right off of highway |
Coral Pink Sand Dunes
Once we returned from Bryce Canyon and the Sand Caves, we actually relaxed at our condo for a while. Later that evening, we went to sled at Coral Pink Sand Dunes which I thought would be a unique activity to try out. We got there very late to avoid the heat, so we didn’t have a ton of time, but it also meant there weren’t many people there.
I decided to give this a go along with the kids, and I severely underestimated how difficult it is to walk in sand with a sled for an extended period of time. It felt like it took forever just to get to the dunes let alone walk up them. Once we made it up, I was excited to try it out.
The kids were scared at first but quickly got the hang of it and realized it wasn’t even that fast which eventually disappointed them some too. We found one place that was decent, but every time we went down, we had to walk all the way up again. If you have older kids and don’t want to do it, there is a nice viewing point that you can watch from, but it’s quite distant.
There was also one much steeper dune where a decently large group of young adults were surfing down which looked fun to try, but none of us were willing to even try with the steepness of the dune you’d have to walk back up!
| Cost: | Entrance fee of $15 per vehicle Board rental (stand up or sit down) of $25 for the day |
| Hours: | Daylight hours |
| Address: | No single address, but take exit for Coral Pink Sand Dunes off of highway 89 and drive west for about 12 miles on County Rd. 43 |
| Parking: | Large parking lot |
Day 6: Slot Canyon Canyoneering and Belly of the Dragon
Slot Canyon Canyoneering
I have always loved more adventurous things, and I like including at least a couple of unique experiences in my trips, so when I came across canyoneering in slot canyons, I was completely on board! Bonus – the tour was private, so we had the slot canyons to ourselves instead of sharing with hundreds of people.
I chose the 4-hour family canyoneering package through Red Desert Adventure . After we met, we started with a 15 minute 4-wheel drive to our starting point which was also fun. The very first rappel down into the slot canyons was the longest. The guide strapped my 9-year-old daughter to himself teaching her how to do it as they went. After that, Ava was able to do everything on her own, but I’m sure the guide would’ve done the same in any other locations if needed.
The only thing I was surprised by was the fact that not all places used the rappel. There were a few places where we had to descend without any ropes which was scarier for me. The guide gave good directions though, and we all made it down safely at each point. This adventure is the activity that sticks out the most in my mind when I think of this entire trip, and I’m so glad we all got to experience it!
| Cost: | Depends on which package you get |
| Hours: | 4 to 5 hrs. for half day or 6 to 8 hrs. for full day; start times depend on season |
| Address: | They will meet you depending on where you’re canyoneering which depends on starting point, season, conditions, etc. We met at Mt. Carmel Junction. |
| Parking: | Once we met up, he unlocked a gate so that we could park our car privately. |
Belly of the Dragon
After going back to the condo and relaxing for a long time, we decided to come back out and do this quick hike along with dinner since it was so close to where we were and was such a short activity.
This man-made, sandstone tunnel is a very short hike and easy to get to, so it’s easy to include as a quick trip especially if you’re close like we were. Depending how far you go down the tunnel will determine the length of the hike, but if you just go to the entrance and back, it’s only half a mile. Also, the name makes sense, and we all thought it was cool.
| Cost: | Free |
| Hours: | 24/7 |
| Address: | Elephant Gap Rd (dirt road) off of US-89 on the right a little after Mt. Carmel Junction heading south; you can also just Google Belly of the Dragon |
| Parking: | gravel parking lot off left side of the road |
Day 7: Zion National Park and Mandalay in Las Vegas
Zion National Park
The last leg of our Southwest road trip was Zion National Park. This park was another highlight for me, and I really wish we could’ve had at least a couple of days for this place, but we made the best of the day we did have!
Like most of the other popular places, we got here super early – like close to 6:00 a.m. which worked out very well as we easily found parking and had no wait to get on the shuttle which you have to utilize during the summer. I had read that the parking can fill up super early, so I was surprised to see a very big parking lot here instead of the little lot I imagined. Also, our first hike was not crowded at all.
There are many hikes at Zion. We chose to do the upper and lower Emerald Pool Trail (shuttle stop 5) and Temple of Sinawava (shuttle stop 9) to hike the Narrows.
Emerald Pools Hike
The first hike at Emerald Pools was about 2.2 miles and absolutely gorgeous. We started at the Lower Emerald Pool and when we got to the Upper Emerald Pool, we relaxed for a little while and just took it all in. This hike starts and ends at the Zion Lodge which is also at shuttle stop 5. The original plan was to possibly eat the breakfast buffet at the Red Rock Grill in the Lodge, but I realized once we finished our first hike that we had all left our hiking pools to hike the Narrows in our car, so I decided to go back down and get them while the other waited or ate if they decided to.
Going back down to the car was a HUGE mistake! It wasn’t that late yet, but it was extremely crowded, and the parking lot was definitely full. I had to wait in an hour plus line to get back on the shuttle and I didn’t have hardly any service to let the rest of my group know. Eventually, I made it back up, but it definitely ate up some valuable time.
The Narrows Hike
Next, we went up to hike The Narrows which is the narrowest section of Zion Canyon. It is in a gorge with a river, so it’s best to have hiking sticks of some kind to help cross. It is also a very popular hike at Zion. By the time we got up there, it was pretty crowded, but it was better to do this later in the day than first thing because the water is freezing. Before going, I had checked the rain forecast well because this hike can be dangerous since flash floods can happen. You can hike as far as Big Spring without a permit which would be a 10-mile round trip.
I was hoping we could make it up just half of a mile to Mystery Falls, but we didn’t even get that far! Ava was crossing the river at chest height in places and was freezing, so we went up for about 10 minutes and then turned around. We had a good time though.
As I stated previously, Zion has many other hikes that I’d love to do – probably the most famous being Angel’s Landing (requires a permit through a lottery system and nerves of steel). Since we had a decent drive back to Vegas, we returned to the car after the Narrows and changing clothes.
| Cost: | $20 to $35 for private vehicle good for 7 days or America the Beautiful Pass (includes the shuttle) |
| Hours: | 24/7; visitor center is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; shuttle runs seasonally and typically starts at 6 a.m. |
| Address: | Visitor Center and shuttle stop 1: 1 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale, UT 84767 |
| Parking: | Big lot at visitor center but fills up quickly during peak times |
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
I did not plan anything in Vegas on this night, but I booked Mandalay because they have a spectacular pool area including a wave pool, but it closes at 6 p.m.! That’s absurd to me, but whatever. Our drive was almost 3 hours away, so we left the Narrows in time for us to get some use out of the pool area – mainly for the kids. It was a good call though because the kids had a blast, and it was a good way to end our trip since our flight was the next morning.
Additional Fun Activities around the Entire Area
There were so many other things I would’ve loved to do on this trip if we had more time, but the trip we took was amazing! If you have more time or different interests, check out the additional activities below. There is, of course, way more activities than I can list just because this whole area is pretty expansive. I kept it within the boundary area for the most part of where we were extending out a little bit. *I did include the rest of the Big 5 Utah National Parks even though they are further.
Each picture below is linked to their site for more information.
Please leave suggestions for cool activities or places to visit in the Southwest that I missed so future readers and myself can learn from your knowledge and experience!
If you like road trips, you’ll also want to check out our Kentucky Road trip (with a little Indiana and Ohio)!
