We explored the much-anticipated Upper Antelope Canyon on the Navajo Nation reservation in northern Arizona! The beauty we discovered was completely unmatched. Our minds were officially blown.

It seemed other-worldly as we navigated the narrow slot canyon, created from thousands of years of flash floods. Treading on the fine orange-hued sand below, we peered upward to the cracks of the bright sky- over 200 feet deep and only 2 feet wide in some areas!

We explored the canyon purposely at noon so that we could experience the sun beams poking through, illuminating the colorful textured walls beautifully.

Next we ventured northwest into Utah to explore Zion National Park!

We took in the enormity of the towering peaks and amazing stone monoliths. We sighted many deer as the shadows lengthened, and let the kids hike deer (and dropping, much to their delight) tracks through the hills.

We’re starting to get used to everything seeming larger than life! Perfect end of a perfect day.

Some road trip fun facts:

Percent of days Aniya naps in car – 100%

Level of caffeine necessary for Dustin to drive so far – moderate

Emergency travel potty uses so far – 2 (1 false alarm)