A registered National Natural Landmark in Colorado, the Garden of the Gods, is home to stunning sandstone rock formations that stretch into the skies—making up the front range of the Rocky Mountains. The rock features of this public park date back millions of years since being created by an uprising … [Read more...]
Day Trips Ideas in Every State
Heber Valley Historic Railroad Utah
Utah is home to the historic Heber Valley Railroad, one of Heber Valley’s most popular attractions. Covering 16 miles between Heber Valley and Vivian Park in Provo Canyon, this scenic railroad takes you on a ride to the edge of Deer Creek Reservoir. The round-trip excursion lasts about three hours … [Read more...]
Pecos National Historical Park New Mexico
Situated in Santa Fe and San Miguel in New Mexico is the Pecos National Historical Park. The park is home to thousands of acres of New Mexico countryside and archaeological ruins from prehistoric times, making it a popular place to visit and explore. Amongst the ruins are the Pecos Pueblo and the … [Read more...]
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Colorado is home to the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a 3 feet wide heritage railroad that operates between Durango and Silverton. Designated as a National Historic Landmark and a Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, the 45-mile ride on this historic railroad is a must when you’re in … [Read more...]
Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad
Opens Memorial Day Weekend The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad are some of America's most scenic train rides. The train takes passengers on a 64-mile long day trip from Chama in New Mexico to Antonito in Colorado. Interestingly, the railroad's name comes from two geological features along the … [Read more...]
Verde Canyon Railroad Clarkdale Arizona
On board, the Verde Canyon Railroad, take a fantastic journey through the stunning Verde Canyon. This historic train runs between Clarkdale, Arizona, and the ghost town of Perkinsville on a 40-mile round trip. With its depot, headquarters, and railway museum in Clarksdale, the Verde Canyon Railroad … [Read more...]
Grand Canyon Caverns Arizona Roadside Attraction
Home to one of the largest dry caverns in the nation, Grand Canyon Caverns are 200 feet below the surface. Located along historic Route 66 in northern Arizona, this natural limestone cave has been a popular roadside attraction since it was first discovered in 1927. Visitors take an elevator down … [Read more...]
Canyon de Chelly National Monument Arizona
There are many reasons why you should visit Canyon de Chelly, notable for being one of the longest continuously inhabited areas of North America. The canyon preserves the ruins of the Anasazi tribe that lived there. Canyon de Chelly is also one of the most visited national monuments in the … [Read more...]
Colorado Day Trips For a Weekend Adventure
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Durango and Silverton Railroad takes passengers on a 45-mile journey through Colorado's San Juan Mountains. The train ride offers a step back into the history of southwestern Colorado, coupled with unforgettable views from every window of the … [Read more...]
Arches National Park Utah Day Trip
Covering 76,679 acres, Arches National Park in eastern Utah is located alongside the Colorado River. The park is home to more than 2000 natural sandstone arches, making it the world's highest density of natural arches and, in addition to the arches, turning it into a wonderland of red … [Read more...]
Taos Pueblo New Mexico Day Trip
The Taos Pueblo World Heritage Site is an absolute must-visit for anyone traveling to New Mexico. The site is home to the Pueblo Indian settlement that dates back to the 13th and 14th centuries and is the only settlement in the area to have been continuously inhabited since. With a compelling … [Read more...]
Chaco Canyon Historical Park New Mexico Day Trip
There are so many reasons to visit Chaco Canyon in New Mexico. This area of New Mexico is home to a fantastic network of pueblo ruins built by ancient Anasazi people that date back to AD 850. Chaco Canyon contains the most extensive collection of Puebloan ruins in North America. A trip here is … [Read more...]
White Sands National Monument New Mexico
Located off Route 70 in New Mexico, the White Sands National Monument is at an elevation of 4235 feet in the Tularosa Basin. Indeed a natural wonder, the glistening white sands made of gypsum crystals are also the world's largest gypsum dune field of its kind, covering an astonishing 275 square … [Read more...]
Old Tucson Western Town Arizona Day Trip
"The Old Tucson attraction has a new operator that plans to operate the site as a theme park and filming location." Check their website for current hours and attractions. Currently, a miniature train on the site looks like it came from the now-closed Bonnie Springs Ranch near Las Vegas. American … [Read more...]
Sonora Desert Museum Tucson Arizona
Situated only a few miles west of downtown Tucson is the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum. This 98-acre open-air facility houses a zoo, aquarium, botanical garden, natural history museum, and art gallery. With a focus on interpreting the natural history, plants, and animals of the Sonoran Desert and … [Read more...]