No matter how many times I visit the Grand Tetons, it hits me like it’s the very first time. The sheer scale of the peaks, the glassy lakes, and the wildlife leave me speechless every single turn.
being here creates this wild contradiction, part of me wants to sit completely still and soak in the moment, while the other part wants to race around to see every single corner of this place before the sun goes down.
If you’ve never been, add this to your bucket list immediately. And when you come, make sure to spend some time in Jackson Hole! Such a cool town!
I saw a bear today! The brush was to high to photograph it but so cool to see. Can't wait to get to Yellowstone and find more!
2 days ago
As darkness settled over White Pocket, Arizona, I spent a few hours unwinding in my truck camper before stepping back outside to capture the night sky. Outside in nature is my happy place.
#travelphotography #nature #explorearizona #wonderlust #nightphotography @visit_arizona @nature
4 months ago
The textures, the colors, the scale... every angle at White Pocket feels like a different planet carved by time.
📷 = DJI Mavic 3 @ Golden Hour
#explore #whitepocket #whitepocketarizona #moonscape #unreal @visit_arizona @wowsciencezone @nature @unhinged_geology
4 months ago
After exploring the otherworldly White Pocket, I finally stopped at a hidden gem I’ve had saved for 3 years. The view by the Colorado River is stunning, next time, I’ll be camping here. Southern Utah, I'm ready for my next trip!
#arizona #coloradoriver #canyonviews #camping #gladistopped @camping @discoverearth @discoverarizona @arizonahighways
4 months ago
White Pocket during golden hour! I already want to go back!
#explorearizona #overlanding #overlandingarizona #getoutside #landscapephotography @welcometoarizona @azhighwaystv @arizonahighways @nature @usgs
4 months ago
This is White Pocket in Arizona. Definitely a bucket list item. Incredible rock formations and similar to the "The Wave", you just don't need a permit.
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4 months ago
I'm at 114000 miles and I needed to change my spark plugs in my 2022 Ram 1500. Maintenance time before another overlanding adventure. I was going to take it in but my dad said I could do it. I put this one off for 5k miles but tackled it today. Saved me $700 and learned a lot. The Ram fought me on this one for 4 hours. Push yourself, you can do more that you think you can! Feels good to get this done!
Tip: Several different socket and wrench extensions with universal joints saved the day!
#sparkplugreplacement #maintenance #ram1500 #youcandoit #done @ramtrucks
4 months ago
The Earth is just one big art gallery.
I spent golden hour flying at White Pocket and let’s just say my drone is as obsessed as I am. It’s a small footprint with a huge personality. 9/10 for the peace and quiet, 0/10 for trying to explain these rock formations to my brain. Must see! You need a 4x4!
#WhitePocket #Arizona #VisitArizona #DronePhotography #GoldenHour @fabulousarizona @arizona.explores @arizonahighways
5 months ago
Is this Mars!? Experiencing the surreal beauty of White Pocket feels like stepping onto another planet. Swirls of white and red rock that defy imagination. The texture is unbelievable!
Pro Tip: You need that 4x4 and please air down to get here. I had to help a group of guys that got a 4x4 Suburban stuck in the sand. It's an adventure to reach, but the payoff is pure magic.
Ground-level magic for now... wait until you see the sunset drone footage in the next post!
#WhitePocket #ArizonaGeology #OffGridAdventure #VermilionCliffs #SurrealLandscapes @explorearizona_ @welcometoarizona @visit_arizona @arizonahighways
5 months ago
Found an incredable hike on the way to White Pocket!
If you’re driving House Rock Valley Road, you have to stop for the Maze Rock Art hike. It’s only about 0.5 miles, but it packs a punch! There’s something so grounding about seeing art that’s stood the test of time while traveling a route with so much history. 10/10 recommend adding this to your AZ bucket list!
#explorearizona #travelarizona #getoutside #hike #hikearizona @visit_arizona @welcometoarizona @history
5 months ago
Started in Flagstaff to say goodbye to my uncle.
He spent 40+ years behind the wheel for UPS, so I spent the day driving a huge section of his old route up toward Page, AZ and then over to the Vermilion Cliffs. 2.5 hours of red rocks, open road, and the best memories.
Found this absolute gem of a campsite to watch the stars before tackling the deep sand at White Pocket the next day. A legendary route for a legendary man. Miss you, Uncle!
#explore #travelphotography #fineartphotography #whitepocket #travelarizona @travelandleisure
5 months ago
Twice a year, the sun and the stone align to reveal the "Cougar Shadow" stalking its way down the Superstition Mountains. It’s a fleeting moment where nature’s geometry creates something truly incredible, a silent predator appearing as the mountain turns orrange. Watching this timelapse, you can really see the "beast" forms from the crags as the sun dips below the horizon. Truly one of Arizona’s most elusive and awe-inspiring spectacles!
Google maps + The Cougar's Shadow Viewing Site
#CougarShadow #SuperstitionMountains #ArizonaSunset #ApacheJunction #DesertMagic @visitphoenix @visit_arizona @arizonasfamily @arizonahighways @travelandleisure @explorearizona_ @nature_the_journal
6 months ago