Join us on CampVue RoadNotes – Ep 01 as we travel from Flagstaff, Arizona to Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Utah, highlighting scenic stops, trailheads, and campgrounds along the way. We explore Buffalo Park in Flagstaff with its panoramic views and historic trails, drive past the Little Colorado Gorge Overlook, and stop at the Toadstool Hoodoos in southern Utah to see their unique sandstone formations. At our main destination, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, we showcase the unique pink-hued Navajo sandstone dunes, discuss how they were formed over thousands of years, and highlight activities including hiking, sand boarding, and off-highway vehicle use. We also provide an overview of the campground, including site layouts, amenities, and vehicle accessibility. Perfect for travelers looking to plan a route through northern Arizona and southern Utah while discovering both scenic views and practical campground info.

Coral Pink Sand Dunes features sand in a color unlike what one might find at other parks such as White Sands National Park or Death Valley National Park. But you might be asking yourself how it gets its color. The color of the sand comes from the nearby Navajo sandstone rich in iron oxide that is commonly found in other distinctive neighboring red rock areas. The wind is accelerated through canyons, breaks down the sandstone surfaces, and eventually deposits it into the nearby open valley. Over time dunes are formed when enough sand grains accumulate. Located by nearby larger parks, such as Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, and Grand Staircase-Escalante, Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park makes for an excellent quick trip at the end of the day. Sunsets at the park are nothing short of amazing and the reason for many photographers to venture out. For those seeking more adventure, 90% of the park, or 1200 acres, is open to ATV riding. Many companies in the area rent out vehicles or provide tours for visitors wishing to ride in the dunes. Others seeking more pedestrian-friendly adventures are free to hike the dunes or experience sandboarding and sledding. The Visitor Center rents boards to guests on a first-come, first-served basis.

Welcome to the kickoff episode of the 2025 Campvue Northern Tour! This is the first few hours of a three week road trip that takes us from Phoenix, AZ, all the way up to the Canadian Border, passing through many scenic and historic locations across the western US. It's been a while, so to get things started, we provide a couple channel and life updates as we ease our way into this epic journey. Along the way, we explore the beautiful Buffalo Park in Flagstaff, and the iconic Little Colorado Gorge Overlook, a Navajo Tribal Park. Please join us on this very special journey to not only obtain more content for the Campvue channel and app, but a life journey... a transition from Cancer Treatment to getting back to a normal life.

Welcome to our second episode of the 2025 Campvue Northern Tour. We pick up where we left off last time, on the same day, after we depart the Little Colorado Gorge Overlook. We head into the desert of Northern Arizona, and then into Southern Utah. Along the way, we check out the Glen Canyon Dam, hike to the Toadstool Hoodoos, and finally set up our tent at Coral Pink Sand Dunes, where we make a sunset aerial excursion. Be sure to check out our past content in these areas. We have a lot you can binge if you are looking for more to help you relax and escape!

Welcome to our third episode of the 2025 Campvue Northern Tour. From here we depart Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park where we camped overnight. Heading out, we have several hours to make it to our next stop for the night - Antelope Island State Park on the Great Salt Lake. On this second day of our three week roadtrip, we make several stops at a few historical markers where we stretch our legs and take in the scenery. Our trek also includes the perfect coffee and encounters with some wild drivers. No dying today, dangit! Be sure to check out our past content in these areas. We have a lot you can binge if you are looking for more to help you relax and escape!

Hiking the Narrows in Zion National Park is an exhilarating adventure, where you wade through the rushing Virgin River, flanked by towering canyon walls. It’s a breathtaking journey into nature’s raw, untamed beauty. The Narrows hike in Zion National Park is one of the most iconic and thrilling experiences in the park, drawing adventurers from around the world. This unique hike takes you through the Virgin River, with towering canyon walls rising up to a thousand feet on either side. Instead of following a traditional trail, hikers wade through the river itself, making the journey both physically demanding and exhilarating. Water levels vary, sometimes reaching waist-high or even higher, depending on the season and recent weather, adding an unpredictable element to the adventure. The cool, flowing water contrasts with the massive rock formations, creating a surreal, otherworldly landscape. As you navigate the winding river, the canyon walls close in, revealing hidden alcoves, cascading waterfalls, and patches of sunlight filtering down into the depths. The beauty of the Narrows lies not only in the grand scale of its rock walls but also in the intimate details—colorful streaks of sandstone, ferns clinging to the walls, and the sound of water echoing in the narrow spaces. Whether you're exploring just the bottom section or embarking on the full 16-mile top-down trek, the Narrows offers a challenging, immersive experience that showcases Zion’s raw, untamed splendor. It's a hike that leaves a lasting impression on all who brave its waters.