The first year that we traveled, we didn't know where to go or what to do. We were just winging it. and loving the adventure of it all. When our first state park didn't end up being a good fit for us (thanks to some creepy stalker taking pics of our little girls), we moved to Picacho Peak. And boy were we ever glad we did! It quickly became dear to us, and it still … [Read more...] about Picacho Peak State Park in Arizona – a family fav with us!
Arizona
Visiting Tuzigoot National Monument in northern Arizona…
When we visit northern Arizona, we usually stay at the Thousand Trails RV Resort in Cottonwood. We love that it is right in the center of so many things to do! Go west, and you drive through the quaint little town of Jerome, and take a winding, gorgeous desert drive over to Flagstaff (where our boys love to visit all the gun shops!). Head east, and you will wind up in Sedona … [Read more...] about Visiting Tuzigoot National Monument in northern Arizona…
Hiking Cathedral Rock, Sedona, Arizona… with kids…
Gorgeous Cathedral Rock, near Sedona, Arizona, is one of the most photographed landscapes in Arizona; the photographs coming from there are stunning. Seeing it in person is inspiring. Enjoying it with your family is nothing short of spectacular! Hiking Cathedral Rock with kids in tow, has made some of our favorite memories! We love the northern part of Arizona! There … [Read more...] about Hiking Cathedral Rock, Sedona, Arizona… with kids…
Montezuma’s Castle National Monument, Arizona…
When we are in the beautiful, northern area of Arizona, we love to visit the many national parks and monuments that are near Flagstaff. There are quite a few 'cliff dwelling' national parks in the southwest. Each one is unique, and has it's own reason for a visit. We love Montezuma's Castle because it is just so different! Can you imagine having had a part in building … [Read more...] about Montezuma’s Castle National Monument, Arizona…
Visiting Walnut Canyon National Monument near Flagstaff, Arizona…
Walnut Canyon National Monument is located just outside of Flagstaff, Arizona. We love the Flagstaff area of Arizona - it is nothing like what one thinks Arizona is going to be like; it is mountainous, treed, and generally much cooler (temperature-wise) than if you travel 2 hours south to Phoenix. Walnut Canyon was established as a national monument in 1915, so 2015 is … [Read more...] about Visiting Walnut Canyon National Monument near Flagstaff, Arizona…