Postcard: Stopping for Lunch by the River in San Rafael Swell, UT

Hiya, I found a pretty good spot for lunch the other day. No one else was around except for one family of three with a toddler. He was playing with the rocks and wanted to through them into the river from the bridge. So, his parents would walk down to the shore, let him grab … Continue reading Postcard: Stopping for Lunch by the River in San Rafael Swell, UT

Hiking Furniture Draw Canyon in San Rafael Swell, Utah

Hiking in slot canyons is a premiere exhibit in San Rafael Swell; Furniture Draw is one of those beautiful canyons you must see! This short, flat trail leads you through tall canyon washes, and non-technical rock scrambling, and includes a few narrow sections. It's great for all ages and ability levels, and shows the area's … Continue reading Hiking Furniture Draw Canyon in San Rafael Swell, Utah

Seeing The Buckhorn Wash Pictograph Panel, San Rafael Swell, Utah

Pictograph panels are a popular tourist attraction in many parts of Utah, and San Rafael has their own panel. It's quite extensive, possibly more extensive than the ones I've seen in Capitol Reef. It's quite the site and worth the 5 or 10 minutes stop as you head down the road to a hike! I … Continue reading Seeing The Buckhorn Wash Pictograph Panel, San Rafael Swell, Utah

Visiting the Buckhorn Dinosaur Track in San Rafael Swell, Utah

Well, this was a pretty darn cool track, I must say! Southern Utah is full of surprises and this one caught me entirely off guard! I don't remember ever seeing dinosaur tracks preserved in the ground as well maintained as this one is! I drove down into Buckhorn Draw Recreation Area and Campground through a … Continue reading Visiting the Buckhorn Dinosaur Track in San Rafael Swell, Utah

Hiking the Wedge and Goodwater Canyon Rim Trail in San Rafael Swell, Utah | East Approach

Looking for something to tire you out to no end? Look no further than the Wedge and Goodwater Canyon Rim Trail in San Rafael Swell. This 21-mile trail will take you for a ride, and tire you out faster than you can say "I'm in!" Let me answer this question right now: no, I didn't … Continue reading Hiking the Wedge and Goodwater Canyon Rim Trail in San Rafael Swell, Utah | East Approach