Cathedral Gorge State Park is a treasure trove of outdoor activities that lets visitors explore Nevada’s most striking desert formations up close. Hiking is a highlight here, with trails like the Cathedral Gorge Loop and the Juniper Draw Loop leading you through dramatic slot canyons and unique clay spires. For a true desert adventure, try […]

Tucked away in eastern Nevada, Great Basin National Park is a stunning showcase of Nevada’s natural diversity, from ancient bristlecone pines to limestone caves and high desert peaks. Known for its star-filled night skies and remote beauty, this park offers some of the darkest and clearest night skies in the continental U.S., drawing stargazers from […]

Monument Valley, perched on the Arizona-Utah border, is a red desert wonderland with vast skies, towering sandstone formations, and an unmistakable sense of place. As part of the Navajo Nation, it’s not only a landscape of awe-inspiring beauty but also a place rich with cultural heritage. Here’s how to explore this iconic destination to its […]

Las Vegas is a vibrant city known for its dazzling nightlife, world-class entertainment, and luxurious resorts. Nestled in the Mojave Desert, it has evolved from a small railroad town in the early 1900s to a global entertainment hub, attracting millions of visitors each year. The iconic Las Vegas Strip is lined with extravagant casinos, restaurants, […]

Death Valley National Park is one of the most extreme and fascinating landscapes in the United States, located in California and Nevada. Known as the hottest, driest, and lowest national park, it offers a unique combination of dramatic desert scenery, historical landmarks, and geological marvels.   Key Features:   1. Badwater Basin: The lowest point […]

The Gilbert Riparian Preserve is home to the Gilbert Rotary Centennial Observatory. The observatory houses a 16-inch diameter Meade, modified Richey-Cretien scope. Every Friday and Saturday Night the East Valley Astronomy Club hosts a public viewing of the night sky. There is typically a small line that forms outside of the telescopes housing unit as […]