Author name: Bethany Lawler

The Bethany behind TrailBlazer Beth! I'm an outdoor enthusiast looking to put my travel experience to work for others. Currently based in South Florida and originally from little Rhode Island. I've visited national parks, preserves, forests, conservation lands, monuments, historic sites, and seashores, but am always eager to plan and book new trips. I make every effort to thoroughly research destinations, whether they're infamous or off-the-beaten-path. To make the most of my travels, I try to make every dollar stretch. When not traveling and hiking, I can be found behind my desk typing away for my day job in digital marketing for an equestrian company. Staying inside is not my strong suit though, so paddle boarding, working out, yoga, and anything outdoors is my escape.

Natural Bridge at Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon Itinerary – 1 or 2 Days of Hiking

Bryce Canyon National Park, with its otherworldly landscape of orange, pink, and yellow hoodoos, is a hiker’s paradise. Most hikers choose to spend 1 to 2 days exploring this park’s trails and hoodoos. Whether you have a single day or a whole weekend, this itinerary will guide you through the best trails and experiences Bryce […]

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Tropic Ditch Waterfall on mossy cave trail

Exploring Mossy Cave Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park is known for its otherworldly landscape of towering hoodoos – thin, spire-like rock formations carved by millions of years of erosion. But the park also offers easy escapes like the Mossy Cave Trail, a perfect option for families, beginner hikers, or those short on time. This short and scenic path leads

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Wall of Windows formation along Peekaboo Loop Trail

Hiking Peekaboo Loop Trail at Bryce Canyon National Park

Peekaboo, I See You Hoodoo Views from the rim are mesmerizing, but descending into Bryce’s amphitheater to hike Peekaboo Loop is an adventure that will change your perspective on the geology and natural beauty of the area.  I’d strongly recommend this hike for beginners through experienced hikers if you’re up for a half-day hike because

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Tower Bridge Trail via Fairyland Loop at Bryce Canyon National Park

Hiking Fairyland to Tower Bridge Trail at Bryce Canyon

As the name hints, this trail at Bryce Canyon National Park is a bit whimsical with geologic wonders around every switchback.  Hiking Fairyland to Tower Bridge Trail was the first hike I did at Bryce Canyon and it made for a great introduction to the park’s unique hoodoos, terrain, and high altitude. This moderate hike

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Woman pointing up to Queen Victoria hoodoo at Bryce Canyon National Park

Hiking Navajo Loop Trail & Queens Garden at Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon National Park offers a ton of stunning trails to explore, each with its own unique features and breathtaking views of hoodoos, arches, windows in the rocks, and into the amphitheater.  Among the many trails to choose from, the Navajo Loop Trail and Queens Garden combination hike stand out as an iconic route that

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Utah juniper tree at Bryce Canyon National Park

Native Plants and Animals of Bryce Canyon National Park

While the otherworldly hoodoos steal the show at Bryce Canyon National Park, the landscape also boasts a surprising diversity of plant and animal life. From resilient plants clinging to the slopes to elusive birds and reptiles roaming the amphitheater, Bryce Canyon’s native flora and fauna are a crucial part of the environment that makes the

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Sun glows on Bryce Canyon hoodoos.

5 Must-See Overlooks Along Bryce Canyon’s Rim Trail

Bryce Canyon National Park’s Rim Trail offers you a front-row seat to a geological wonderland. Carved by time and erosion, the iconic hoodoos (tall, thin rock spires) create a landscape unlike any other.  But with so many viewpoints in the park, where do you begin?  This guide unveils the must-see overlooks and trailheads along the

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early morning rays at sunrise point at bryce canyon national park

SunRISE Point vs SunSET Point at Bryce Canyon National Park

Sunrise and Sunset Points offer quintessential viewpoints within Bryce Canyon National Park, each providing a unique perspective on this geological wonderland in Utah. The iconic hoodoos (slender rock spires sculpted by erosion) take on an otherworldly glow as the sun paints the landscape in vibrant hues during these times of the day.  We’ll explain the

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Needle rock formations of Canyonlands National Park

Hiking, Camping & Geology of The Needles District in Utah

Explore the captivating landscape of Utah’s Needles District, a renowned area within Canyonlands National Park. This remote region boasts towering sandstone spires, winding canyons, and ancient rock art, offering a glimpse into the geologic wonders and rich history of the American Southwest. The park is divided into three districts: About the Land of Canyonlands Canyonlands

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