I don’t think we’ve ever been anywhere with a greater concentration of scenic beauty than Moab, UT. Within a short drive of the small town there are two distinct national parks (Canyonlands and Arches) and the spectacular Dead Horse Point State park.
But even just driving ordinary back roads we encountered landscapes (like the one above) that would be considered national park worthy if they were located in any other part of the country. The entire area is simply amazing.
Everywhere Once 
I went there too – many, many years ago … it was awesome! Thanks for the great report!
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This whole part of the country, from let’s say the Grand Canyon and northern Arizona, up through the southern half of Utah into western Colorado is visually mindblowing. As you said, you don’t have to be in any of the parks – the back roads are just as interesting and spectacular. Some of these places you mentioned are places that I will remember forever. One could spend years exploring these parks.
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That is a pretty great region of the country you’ve identified.
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Love this area. Cannot wait to go back!!
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Same here.
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Thank you. We’re honored.
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LOVE the national parks of the west! Utah has some great ones!
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They really do. And no wonder. We think Utah may be one of the most beautiful states in the Union.
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the color from these rocks is warm, and special…
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Love the bottom photograph. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us. I just added Moab, UT, to my “I have to see this” list!
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Thanks. An “I have to see this list” definitely needs to include the Moab area.
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I love it there. It reminds me of Planet of the Apes. 🙂
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Funny. Is there a specific connection (was it filmed in the area?). I haven’t seen the original movies in decades and never saw the remakes.
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Apparently not. Cali and Arizona.
http://www.movie-locations.com/movies/p/planet_apes.html
I loved the old ones and never bothered to see the remakes.
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Fabulous photographs!
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Southern Utah is a gift to anyone who loves the Great Outdoors. Hopefully you got a chance to check out the backcountry of Bryce, my personal favorite!
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COOL PHOTOS!
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It’s great you’re doin what you’re doin! Congrats and all the best!
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