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Pasta e Fagioli (Bidigare style)
Pasta e fagioli literally means “pasta and beans”. Most people tend to associate it with minestrone but there are many variations. It often ends up being the kind of dish where you throw in whatever you have on hand in the kitchen when you make it. One of the main differences between this and minestrone, which I love, is that the beans are mashed up, making it thicker and heartier. Here is the version I grew up eating but feel free to substitute and/or add whatever sounds good to you. I love this dish because it’s quick and easy (and full of beans, which I’m always trying to sneak in…
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Devils Garden and the Primitive Trail Loop – Arches National Park
Devils Garden has something to offer every hiker and is one of my personal favorites in Arches National Park. This section has a plethora of sights to see, including arches, windows, towering rock fins, and beautiful views of the valley. Some of these vistas can be found via a short hike down an easy path, but others require a more adventurous route. Want to read more about Arches National Park? This post is part of a series on Arches National Park. You might also want to check out Park Avenue, The Windows, Delicate Arch, Sand Dune Arch , and Skyline Arch. Logistics: Distance: Anywhere from 2 miles (3.2 km) to 8…
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Skyline Arch
This one is a quickie but goodie. It’s a short hike from the car to an arch high up in a rock wall. It won’t take much time to stop here on the way to Devils Garden and have a quick peek. If you’re pressed for time though, I would recommend the other hikes on our list before this one. This is difficult for me to say because every place in Arches National Park is amazing. As one of my friends once aptly noted, there aren’t enough adjectives to describe the Moab region. I feel like I’m repeating myself when I keep saying how wonderful every site here is- but…
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Sand Dune Arch is a Great Place to Bring the Whole Family – Arches National Park
If you’re visiting Arches National Park, choosing what to do can be daunting. There are too many wonderful options to fit into one trip. Every time we go, we do some of our favorites and find a few new places to explore as well. I can’t believe it took us until our fourth trip to discover this one! Sand Dune Arch was a favorite, especially of our kids. It’s a short, easy hike to a secluded arch among fins of rock. The opportunities for play around the arch are endless. Want to read more about Arches National Park? This post is a continuation of a series on Arches National Park.…
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Delicate Arch
This post is a continuation of a series on Arches National Park. You can find the others by clicking on these links: Park Avenue The Windows Delicate Arch Sand Dune Arch Skyline Arch Devils Garden Delicate Arch is the world-famous, iconic arch of Arches National Park, and has become one of the state symbols of Utah. It’s the largest free-standing arch in the park and the one that has made it onto the Utah license plate. Logistics: Distance: 3 miles (4.8 km) out and back Elevation: Approximately +760 ft (232 m) Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Facilities: Pit toilets and picnic tables Dogs Allowed: No Parking: At trailhead, overflow parking available 1/4 mile…
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The Windows
This post is part of a series on Arches National Park. You can find the others by clicking on these links: Park Avenue The Windows Delicate Arch Sand Dune Arch Skyline Arch Devils Garden Logistics: Distance: About 1 mile (1.6 km) for loop, not including primitive trail Elevation: +164 ft (50 m) Difficulty: Easy Facilities: Pit toilets and picnic tables Dogs Allowed: No Parking: At trailhead Getting there: First Head to Arches National Park You will need to pay an entrance fee, which is good for 7 days, or have an America the Beautiful Pass. There are also certain Fee Free days and did you know that 4th graders can…
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Park Avenue
This post is part of a series on Arches National Park. You can find the others by clicking on these links: Park Avenue The Windows Delicate Arch Sand Dune Arch Skyline Arch Devils Garden Oh how I love Arches. So many breathtaking vistas. So many great hikes. So many arches! All close to the fun town of Moab. As you drive into Arches, the first hike you reach is called Park Avenue. Apparently, the giant walls of this canyon reminded early visitors of buildings lining a big city street. Logistics: Distance: 2 miles (3.2 km) out and back Elevation: Approximately 260 ft down into canyon and then back up at…
