Quick Thoughts
Arizona is a roadtripping photographerโs dream destination, as one hops from panoramic desert terrains and jaw-dropping canyons, to starlit nights and lush forests, all within a dayโs drive. For that reason, a couple buddies and I decided to roadtrip through northern Arizona. I spent my entire childhood in the state, but it took me leaving to realize how stunning & diverse Arizona truly is. Come visit, you wonโt regret it!
Key Highlights
Link to my collection of Instagram Stories from the trip!
Sleeping in a traditional Navajo hogan with front row seats to the starlit desert landscape.
Wandering through Lower Antelope Canyon and its mesmerizing wavy rock formations.
Sunset overlooking Horseshoe Bend near Lake Powell.
Driving aimlessly through Monument Valley bordering the Arizona-Utah state line.
Things to Know
I went right around Christmas time which means you beat the crowds, but make sure to bring a thick jacket. Northern Arizona gets quite chilly!
Donโt bring a drone - theyโre not allowed in the national parks (as of this writing). It didnโt stop some folks from flying them around Horseshoe Bend, but take my advice: donโt be That Guy. No one likes That Guy. That Guyโs mother doesnโt even like That Guy.