Zion National Park -Springdale, Utah-

As summer is speedily approaching, it is a present reminder of the rising temperatures in Zion National Park. Though I've heard Zion is just as spectacular during the summer months, I am a fall visitor. My family has been going to Zion National Park for the past nine years. We have experienced everything from 85 degree days to snowfall the night before Thanksgiving. It is a place of mesmerizing beauty that everyone should be able to observe at some point in their lifetime.

While driving into the belly of Zion Canyon, you see the red, orange, charcoal, and chalky white ombre walls soaring towards the sky around you

The Virgin River runs gurgling through the canyon and continues alongside both campgrounds - South Campground and Watchman.

There are so many different views in Zion National Park! Whether you are hiking to the top of Angels Landing, backpacking into Zion wilderness, or trudging through the Virgin River on a trek up the narrows, there is a sight to be seen!

When you visit the park, do not miss traveling through the mile-long tunnel that connects the south and east entrance. It is unmistakably one of the neatest and most interesting features of the park. Upon driving through the tunnel, you realize that is has, in fact, transported you to a new world entirely.

Though you are just a few miles away from the lush canyon and Virgin River, the east side of the park is virtually incomparable

The rock formations look as though an artist came and cross hatched the surface

The trails are entirely different... if you decide to hike on a trail at all. On this side of the park, you are welcome to explore the winding crevices without an exact destination in mind, nor trail underfoot.

However, if you decide to hike one of the few trails, they are well worth your time. One of my favorites is the Overlook Trail. You have to travel across a rickety, wooden bridge to reach the end of the trail. Though, the result is incredible. Sunset is an especially beautiful time to experience this trail.

It seems as though I could post hundreds of photos of Zion National Park and still fail to convey the remarkable beauty. Though this was a vague snippet of the many possibilities that could take place visiting, I hope you take the time to stop and enjoy this breathtaking national park.