Cerrillos Hills State Park
The quickest way to acclimatize after we landed in New Mexico? Drive the historic Turquoise Trail and hike Cerrillos Hills State Park.
American Southwest
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American Southwest national parks
Montezuma Castle National Monument
With a 45-minute cushion built into our drive to the Phoenix airport, we wanted to visit the two units of Montezuma Castle National Monument. Lace up your sneakers and get ready to walk fast!
American Southwest national parks
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon defies description. But I’m going to try anyway.
American Southwest national parks
Zion National Park
Yes, everyone is on the Angel’s Landing trail. No, you don’t have to be. Zion National Park offered plenty of opportunities for quiet hikes, and one unusual proposal.
American Southwest
Chihuahuan Desert Treasures
The Chihuahuan Desert is home to petroglyphs, lava flows, and one very famous bear, all of which enlivened the drive from north central to south central New Mexico.