Located about 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip, the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area offers travelers a respite from downtown Las Vegas' unnatural neon landscape. Though you can opt ...

But popular nearby spots like National Parks and Red Rock Canyon are now so crowded you need reservations just to drive in!

Sitting about 4 miles northwest of downtown Colorado Springs along Highway 24 (right before you reach Manitou Springs), Red Rock Canyon has contributed to the area's scenic landscape since 7000 B ...

For adventure seekers, if you venture down the Colorado River between Moab and Lake Powell, you'll find Cataract Canyon, an astounding gorge set against red rock fissures, with incredible rapids.