Category: Zion National Park

Reflections on 35 Years of Travel Writing

When my 15-year-old granddaughter, Talya, asked me what my favorite destination was, I had to take a minute. After 35 years as a travel writer, my usual answer to that question is wherever I’ve been last, but I felt she deserved more than my usual flippant reply. Of course, so many different places come up…


Child-Friendly Hiking Spots Worth Exploring

Family time undoubtedly plays an important factor in strengthening the relationship between family members. As parents, it is vital that we spend quality time with our little ones despite our busy schedules. One of the best ways to do that is by exploring the great outdoors. Taking your kids on a hiking trip will teach…


Awesome Science (Episodes 4): Explore Zion & Yosemite

In this episode, Noah travels to the Southwest to explore Yosemite National Park and Zion National Park. He’ll discover amazing evidence for the quick formation of the granite rocks at Yosemite during the Flood, the massive erosion of the granite, and also the quick accumulation of ice in the valleys from ideal conditions right after…


Flash Flood Sweeps Through National Park in Utah

Zion National Park officials and business owners in a nearby tourist town were still cleaning up and assessing the damage Thursday from a massive flash flood that ripped through the popular red rock park, sending mud and debris onto streets. No injuries were reported. Tuesday’s flash flood hit an area in the southern portion of…