The Moon rises over the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument (GSENM). The vast landscapes of GSENM offers visitors a variety of recreational opportunities for a wide range of users. From the solitude of lonesome canyons to the excitement of winding rugged backways, the Monument is truely a treasure.
Thanks to the Bureau of Land Management for sharing this great photo by Bob Wick!
There are many unique areas within America’s public lands. Case in point this spot in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Photo: Cassandra Crowley
Tomorrow is National Trails Day (NTD), which is the country’s largest celebration of trails. There will be thousands of NTD activites happening all over the country. Events include hikes, biking and horseback rides, paddling trips, birdwatching, geocaching, gear demonstrations, stewardship projects and more.
Click here to learn more about events in your area and how you can participate!
Photo from Zion National Park: Jocelyn Smith
This view is waiting for you in Arches National Park every night. What are you waiting for?
Photo: Jacob W. Frank
Many visitors come to appreciate the most beautiful view of Delicate Arch in Arches National Park by hiking a 3-mile round trip trail and waiting until the last light shines on it. However, most of them leave after sunset, only a few knows the secret charms of the dark. With some little tricks of artificial lighting and long exposure, the prominent southwest landmark also shines under a starry night sky.
Photo: Wan Shi
Grand View Point in Canyonlands National Park at night — in honor of International Dark Sky Week. Did you know that Canyonlands has world-class star gazing? Our remote location limits light pollution and provides an unimpeded view of the universe.
Photo: National Park Service
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