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Ottawa, Kaskaskia, & Illinois Canyons (Starved Rock State Park, IL)

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Andrew Wojtanik

Note: This is the fourth of four posts covering hikes in northern Illinois’ Starved Rock State Park, which boasts 18 sandstone canyons, dozens of waterfalls, and an impressive network of trails along the southern shores of the Illinois River. This … Continue reading →

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Sky Bridge Loop Trail (Red River Gorge Geological Area, KY)

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Andrew Wojtanik

Kentucky’s Red River Gorge Geological Area in Daniel Boone National Forest boasts more than 150 natural arches—the largest collection east of the Mississippi. Among the easiest to access is Sky Bridge, a peculiarly-shaped aperture resembling something of a mix between … Continue reading →

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Oak Creek Canyon (Capitol Reef National Park, UT)

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Andrew Wojtanik

The Waterpocket Fold, a massive wrinkle in the Earth visible in its entirety only from space, stretches north-south for nearly 100 miles through Utah’s Capitol Reef National Park. Despite its considerable length, however, this colorful sea of Jurassic and Triassic … Continue reading →

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Lower Muley Twist Canyon and Hamburger Rocks (Capitol Reef National Park, UT)

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Andrew Wojtanik

The circuitous hike through Capitol Reef National Park’s Lower Muley Twist Canyon extends for close to 12 miles from the Burr Trail Road to its southern mouth at the Halls Creek drainage. Highlights along the backcountry route include 1,000-foot cliffs … Continue reading →

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Lower Muley Twist Canyon – Upper Section (Capitol Reef National Park, UT)

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Andrew Wojtanik

With sweeping alcoves and towering walls, Lower Muley Twist Canyon has become one of Capitol Reef National Park’s most popular backpacking destinations. To the ambitious, it can also be conquered in a couple of lengthy day hikes—though an overnight is … Continue reading →

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