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Read more about the article Exploring Calcite Mine Slot Canyon: A Hidden Desert Gem in Anza-Borrego!

Exploring Calcite Mine Slot Canyon: A Hidden Desert Gem in Anza-Borrego!

Exploring the Calcite Mine Slot Canyon: A Must-Hike Adventure in Anza-Borrego Desert State ParkTucked away in the heart of California’s Anza-Borrego Desert State Park lies the Calcite Mine Slot Canyon—a hidden gem for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. This hike combines stunning geological formations, historical intrigue, and breathtaking desert vistas, making it a must-visit destination.The trailhead for Calcite Mine Slot Canyon is accessible via the S-22 (Borrego Salton Seaway). From the small town of Borrego Springs, drive east on the S-22 for about 15 miles until you reach a dirt road turnoff marked for Calcite Mine. A high-clearance vehicle is recommended,…

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Read more about the article Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada: Stunning hikes and we saw Rattlesnakes!

Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada: Stunning hikes and we saw Rattlesnakes!

In this video we explore one of the most beautiful and oldest State Parks in Nevada, Valley of Fire. Valley of Fire is located about 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas in the Mojave Desert.The drive through Valley of Fire is gorgeous. The state park derives its name from the 46,000 acres of red Aztec Sandstone that glows red for miles into the horizon and appears to be on fire when reflecting the sun’s rays. Valley of Fire was formed from shifting sand dunes 150 million years ago.This park has several hiking trails… we hiked Mouse’s Tank. The trail meanders…

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Read more about the article The Stunning Kodachrome Basin State Park with an unreal Disc Golf Course!

The Stunning Kodachrome Basin State Park with an unreal Disc Golf Course!

This week we arrive in Bryce Canyon County, UT. Staying in Tropic between Bryce Canyon National Park and Kodachrome Basin State Park. We discovered in the beautiful Kodachrome State Park there was an 18 hole disc golf course! In this video we show you the topography of this disc golf course with a red rock backdrop that was unbelievable!Kodachrome Basin State Park is so picturesque the Kodak Corporation gave permission to use the name of their popular brand of film for the park’s name!Enjoy the Video!Travel Update:Next we will be in Bryce Canyon National Park for a stunning hike into…

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Read more about the article The amazing Smith Rock State Park, outside of Bend, OR!

The amazing Smith Rock State Park, outside of Bend, OR!

Our travels move to North Central Oregon to Bend, OR…where we spent a day at Smith Rock State Park. This stunning state park has numerous hiking trails for all skill levels and the park is known for its superb rock climbing with over 1800 climbing routes! This park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. The views and scenery are breathtaking….While enjoying the river trail, Carol almost stepped on a snake!Then we got back to the Airstream one of our cameras was missing…..ENJOY the Video!Travel update:We have spend the month on Vancouver Island and continue to…

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