We drove up from the Grand Canyon and stopped in Kanab for the evening. We checked out Hamblim Park…read moreso our toddlers could run around. It's a very cute little park at the foothill of a mountain. The kids really enjoyed the play structure. swings, LARGE grassy play area, and the spongee floor. Yep, I said "spongee". The ground beneath the play structure is filled with recycled (I'm guessing) rubber bits so walking on them makes folks slightly bounce. The park is right around the corner from the downtown area and on the way out of town. It was just the trick to get my littles out and about.

Kanab, known for "The Wave" and proximity to "Wire Pass" and "Buckskin", my family from Los…read moreAngeles, traveling through Kanab, also attended a spectacular firework show on the 4th of July at this Jacob Hamblin Park. My preteen kids said it was one of the best shows they have seen due to our close proximity to the lighting of the fireworks! Everything seemed bigger! Explosions louder! We were practically right under most of the explosions in the sky, with ambers literally falling on top of us / the spectators! Perhaps because if the dry air. At the very end of the show, our fears were realized as one last firework exploded on the ground, and some cardboard shrapnels flew into the spectators, hitting some of them. Fortunately, we think there were no injuries! We were just glad that we could attend and celebrate 4th of July far from home!

Coral Pink Sand Dunes was SO much fun! This was definitely one of my favorite experiences on our…read moreroad trip. We took an ATV ride out into the dunes and then got to try sandboarding, which was such a fun experience! We stayed to watch the sunset and got some absolutely beautiful pictures as the colors changed over the dunes. Then, to top off the night, we made s'mores under the stars. From the ATV ride and sandboarding to the sunset and s'mores, this was such a memorable experience and definitely something I would recommend!

Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park is a striking, hidden-gem detour where bright terracotta dunes…read morecreate an incredible contrast against the surrounding red rock cliffs and juniper trees. Renting a sandboard or sled from the visitor center is a must and makes trekking up the steep slopes well worth the quad burn. The park is very popular with OHVs, so expect engine noise in certain areas, though there are dedicated zones reserved solely for hikers. Go early in the morning or near sunset to avoid scorching midday sand temperatures and to catch the dunes at their most dramatic colors. I took these pictures on a cold, cloudy, overcast day so they do not do justice to the color of the sand.

This National Monument preserves the history of the location (due to the natural spring oasis in…read morethe desert), showcasing how Kaibab Paiute and the Mormon settlers used the surrounding land. There's a visitor center with a museum, historic fort, cabins, and garden. Make your first stop at the visitor center to check out the museum to get context about why this area was important. There's a bunch of exhibits and a museum. There's also a gift shop with books and souvenirs. Behind the building is a short path to the fort. You can see the spring's outlet through a pipe in the fort (although I confirmed with the volunteer that the water is now pumped out due to the water table dropping below the soil level - it's no longer an artesian spring). There's also a pen with longhorn cattle - don't get too close since they can be unpredictable. There are also several buildings for self guided tours. Great monument - the volunteers and rangers were very friendly.

I am so glad I made a short stop at this national monument. Darcy, the ranger at the desk, was…read moreamazing and answered all of my questions and more. When she didn't know the answer, she looked it up and told me later. The Visitor's Center is extremely well designed and the history of the natives and LDS pioneers in the area is very thorough and exceptionally well presented. I also had the privilege of visiting the main historical building where another incredibly helpful ranger answered my mass of questions. He, too, was extremely knowledgeable about the area and history. This isn't a monument you will want to spend a whole day visiting; after all, it's only 400 acres. But, if you're driving through Fredonia, don't miss it.

We reserved a Jeep tour to Peekaboo Canyon the first week of December…read more Easy communication and booking. We got to there 10 min before our tour, met Raymond, our tour guide and 3 of us climbed in the Jeep. Peekaboo Canyon is amazing and not for outside of Kanab. Definitely need a 4x4 and to know how to drive in deep sand. It's an easy hike into the canyon. Raymond offered stories, history, and geology facts. Also, tips for the best settings on your phone to get even better pictures... plus showing the best places to take a picture...and he made sure to take a few of us with our phones. A great tour we highly recommend!

Full day tour, Jeff picked us up at the hotel and drove us to the locations. He shared so much…read moreinfo on the history there. Absolutely beautiful, pictures can't capture the full beauty! Get the permit for South Coyote Butte, we hardly saw anyone there at either location the day we went. Highly recommend, would go back in a heartbeat!

Looking at the reviews from years ago, I'm glad that the lottery system for The Wave permits is now…read moredone online, haha. This is a fairly decently sized visitor center that contains a lot of information about the geology and archeology of the area. There are also a lot of pamphlets about attractions in the area. When I visited, the officer was trying to handle planning an entire week's trip for things to do for someone who apparently did zero planning into the area. Seriously. She didn't know that The Wave needed permits and was upset she couldn't visit on a whim (and without proper hiking tools). She also did not have a high clearance, 4WD/AWD vehicle. So, a lot a cool things to do were closed off to her out of safety. The ranger was very kind and patient through all of it though. I finally got my quick question answered after. The exhibits were good to look at and quite informational.

great spot for getting local information on nearby hikes. it's not a huge visitor center, but the…read moreemployees are very knowledgeable and there are some small exhibits. special shoutout to dwayne who was very kind and friendly!

Diana's Throne has many colors. You won't be able to miss it at US 89. The trail head is easy to…read morefind but not marked. I would suggest load AllTrail App before you go. The trails on AllTrail got blocked due to the fence. Please wear paint cover to your shoes. Because you may need to walk on the weed floor which the do have thorns. The Diana's Throne is a big sand hill with multiple colors. The base is beautiful when you reach it. We did advance because of block trail. Bottom of hill was blow by wind for many year and caused the wave to be presented. Do not park your car in the sand. You won't be able to get it out.

If you're thinking about booking with All Ways Adventure, stop reading this review right now and go…read moredo it! I promise I won't be offended. Seriously - don't overthink it, and don't waste your precious vacation time shopping around. Just head to allwaysadventure.com and book an adventure you absolutely will not regret. Our guide, Jillian, took my wife and me to the Grand Chamber and Peekaboo Slot Canyon, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire vacation - and one of the most incredible and unique adventures we've ever experienced. Jillian was outstanding: friendly, punctual, incredibly knowledgeable, and clearly someone who genuinely loves what she does. She also figured out pretty quickly that we weren't exactly candidates for the next season of Survivor. Rather than pushing us beyond our limits, she set the perfect pace, made sure we were comfortable, and somehow got us to these breathtaking destinations without us seriously reconsidering our life insurance policies. As educators, what impressed us most was that this wasn't just a hike - it was an education. Jillian shared the fascinating history of the area, told some local legends, explained the incredible geology that shaped these landscapes, pointed out the local flora and fauna, and answered every random question we threw her way. My wife and I didn't just leave with amazing photos - we left with a much deeper appreciation for this remarkable corner of Utah. All Ways Adventure is family-owned, and you can genuinely feel it. From the moment Jillian picked us up, we were treated less like customers and more like family...but, the kind she actually wanted to spend time with. That warmth and hospitality made an already unforgettable experience even more special. The Grand Chamber and Peekaboo Slot Canyon are simply magical. The photos are stunning, but they don't come close to capturing what it's like to stand there in person. These are memories my wife and I will treasure for the rest of our lives. Jillian, thank you for making the day so memorable. You somehow managed to guide us through deep sand, canyons, and desert heat while keeping us entertained, informed, and convinced us we were in much better shape than we actually are (a talent worthy of its own five-star review). If we ever make it back to Utah, our first call will be to All Ways Adventure - and we'll be hoping Jillian hasn't forgotten us...or exactly how many breaks we needed. Thank you, Jillian, and everyone at All Ways Adventure, for giving us an experience we'll be talking about for years to come. You didn't just show us some of the most beautiful places we've ever seen - you made us feel like part of the family while doing it. That's something we'll never forget.

Our family (two kids, ages 11 and 14) did the half-day Guide's Choice canyoneering trip in Ladder…read moreCanyon yesterday with Brett, and it was the highlight of our Utah trip -- and that's saying something given the competition. Brett was phenomenal. He made every one of us feel completely safe and confident through all the rappels (5 or 7, depending on who's counting -- we lost track because we were having too much fun). He struck that perfect balance of professional guide and enthusiastic local -- he clearly loves this place and knows it deeply, from the geology of the rocks to the broader mountaineering history of the area. That kind of knowledge just adds another layer to the whole experience. We drove over from our lodge to Easton Zion, and I'll be honest -- I wondered briefly if it was worth the extra time. It absolutely was. As a bonus, Brett had a great eye for photos, so we came home with some incredible shots to prove we actually did it. If you're in the area with family and want an adventure that's equal parts exciting, educational, and just flat-out memorable -- All Ways Adventure is your answer. Ask for Brett.

We made visits to Bryce. Zion and Capitol Reef on our own. Then we thought why not take a tour…read more Jeff showed up early to take us on our adventure to Peekaboo amd White wave. It was a nice ride in his 6 seater can-am. The ride was way to rough for a normal car and it looked like you could get lost way to easy. Jeff was very knowledgable and gave us a little lesson on geological make up of the area. We had a great time and got some great pictures. I would do this trip again. His prices were very reasonable and Jeff was not it a rush. Take your time and enjoy the journey.

Wonderful experience! Jeff and Shawn are excellent guides. Both Jeff and Shawn very friendly and…read morepersonable. We toured coyote south buttes after winning a permit at the BLM office. Jeff didn't rush our tour and showed us all the beautiful spots. Tour was a great substitute for not winning the wave lottery.