Northern Arizona is honestly a gem! Below are my go-to spots in Flagstaff and Sedona. The lists will be actively updated as I find more favorites. Flagstaff Food and Drinks Lumberyard – great beer + two-stepping on Fridays/Saturdays Lotus Lounge – sushi + a great second-floor view of downtown Paleo Brio Local Juicery Monte Vista LoungeRead more
Sedona, Arizona, is the kind of place that truly looks great from all angles – there’s always red rocks, there’s always greenery. You can’t go wrong with any trail! Below I’ve outlined some of my favorite hikes in the area. If you’re inclined, the Sedona vortexes are also a great way to spend an afternoonRead more
This academic writing is a watered-down reflection of a major research labor of my latest semester. Federal lands should, in my mind, be sacred, respected, and enjoyed. However, the public discussions revolving around the current administration’s reduction of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments has prompted me to think much deeper about public spaces:Read more
Literally glorious! Zion NP is a really unique mix of sandstone rocks and lush wilderness. My first trip to Zion NP was with a group, which I think held me back from really getting to know and appreciate the area. This past month I returned for a weekend of great scenery and personal fulfillment… andRead more
I had honestly never heard of Petrified Forest before moving to Northern AZ. If you’re driving through Arizona on I-40, it is a fun easy stop that I am thankful to have visited now thrice!
Since my move to northern Arizona, I have taken full advantage of close proximity to the Grand Canyon National Park. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: it is really fricken grand. It really never stops being impressive! For the purpose of this post, I will be focusing on the South Rim ofRead more
Antelope Canyon is a gem! Northern Arizona is home to a good bit of breathtaking places, but I feel like Antelope Canyon is especially wild. The colors of the canyons could never disappoint! I have visited twice now and feel I’ve picked up a few important pointers from experience. If you’re visiting the area andRead more
Over Thanksgiving, I spent a totally glorious four days and three nights in Joshua Tree National Park. This was my first solo camping trip, and I don’t think there could have been a better place to spend the holiday. The park was surprisingly busy, full of families opting outside. Already looking forward to my nextRead more
Last Saturday I woke up with this overwhelming need for an adventure. My equally spontaneous friend, Taylor, and I quickly packed up for a trip to the Arizona-Utah border. I cannot imagine it could have turned out any better!
I’ve discussed the bomb experience that was hiking the Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu, and I thought it would be fun to outline a packing list! Inca Trail hikers would have extremely similar lists. Having never camped, hiked, etc. before the trek, I had a rough time getting myself together. Because luggage is carried onRead more