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Best Places to Stay Near Zion National Park: Springdale, Kanab & Beyond

by daniellenfairbanks | May 13, 2026 | National Parks, Utah

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Things to Do in Zion National Park โ€” From Someone Who Keeps Going Back

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Things to Do in Zion National Park โ€” From Someone Who Keeps Going Back Zion National Park has this way of pulling you back. I’ve visited three times now, and every single trip I leave wondering why I don’t go more often. Whether you’re navigating the...
Fall in Park City: A Magical Getaway

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Fall in Park City: A Magical Getaway As the crisp mountain air returns and the vibrant hues of autumn paint the Wasatch Mountains, Park City, Utah, transforms into a breathtaking fall wonderland. While this charming ski town is known for its legendary powder, the...
The Wave Arizona Hike (A SIMPLE Guide)

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The Wave Arizona Hike (A SIMPLE Guide) The Wave Arizona Hike is one of the most EPIC hikes in the United States, for many reasons. For one, the landscape is one of a kind- the stripes of white, orange, and red. The canyon, the curvature, the lighting. I could go on....
5-Day Southwest Road Trip in a Camper Van

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by daniellenfairbanks | Sep 13, 2022 | Arizona, Boho Camper Vans, Colorado, Other Destinations, Utah

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by daniellenfairbanks | Nov 23, 2021 | Arizona, Arizona Destinations, Utah

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pick your favorite fall color ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿโœจ pick your favorite fall color ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿโœจ
whatโ€™s your favorite thing to do in flagstaff in t whatโ€™s your favorite thing to do in flagstaff in the fall? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‚

comment ๐Ÿ”— for my guide on other things to do & current colors!
october might just be the best month to visit ariz october might just be the best month to visit arizona ๐Ÿ‚๐ŸŒต

up north, the aspens are turning gold and the mornings are crisp. down in phoenix, hiking season is finally making its comeback. add in cute pumpkin patches, fall festivals, cozy cabin weekends + scenic drives and thereโ€™s SO much to do this month.

a few things to know before visiting arizona in october:

๐Ÿ‚ head north for fall colors โ€” flagstaff, oak creek canyon, the mogollon rim + white mountains are some of my favorites
๐Ÿฅพ october is one of the best months to get back on the trails
๐ŸŽƒ phoenix has pumpkin patches, fall festivals + plenty of seasonal events
๐Ÿ•๏ธ desert camping season is starting, but northern arizona nights can get COLD
โ˜€๏ธ phoenix can still be pretty warm during the day, especially early in the month
โ„๏ธ flagstaff + higher elevations can see freezing temps and even early snow (they just did!!)

and yes, you can go from saguaros to golden aspens in the same weekend ๐ŸคŽ

save this for october in arizona + follow @danielleoutdoors_ for fall color updates & arizona travel ideas ๐Ÿ

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