Utah National Parks
Utah's five national parks are Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Zion
Author
Tori Peglar
Tori is the former co-brand and content director of National Park Trips. She specializes in writing inspiring national park travelogues, foodie adventures and personal, heartfelt stories of people who shape our culture.
In 2018, Tori was recognized for her work with National Park Journal, winning three first-place awards for the Grand Canyon edition of the magazine. Later the same year, Tori was honored as a Folio: 100, a list of the top innovators, entrepreneurial thinkers, and industry-disruptors in magazine media.
Before joining National Park Trips, Tori worked for her alma mater as director of marketing for the CU-Boulder Alumni Association, developing and executing campaigns for national and local events and programs. She led an award-winning creative team of six and served as editor of the Coloradan magazine, which won two first-place national awards in 2011 and 2014 for magazine excellence, as well as two regional first-place awards and a second-place award in 2011-14.
Tori’s travels have taken her across the globe and she has lived in Hong Kong, Kenya, Ecuador and Nepal. Some of her favorite national park experiences are hiking the Bright Angel Trail in the Grand Canyon, taking the trail down to the Yosemite Valley from Glacier Point, snowshoeing to Lone Star Geyser in Yellowstone and doing Rocky Mountain’s East Inlet Trail with her family. When she’s not in search of a story, she loves spending time with her family and skiing, running, biking, backpacking and traveling.
My Stories
Colorado National Parks
Colorado has four national parks: Rocky Mountain, Great Sand Dunes, Mesa Verde and Black Canyon of the Gunnison.
Find Solitude in Theodore Roosevelt National Park
This less-visited national park is located in the badlands of western North Dakota.
Badlands National Park in South Dakota
Good things in badlands.
Why Glamping is Great for Non-Campers
One of the most glamorous rooms you’ll ever sleep in may actually be a tent at a glamping resort
Why Glamping is Great for Families
Elevate your national park vacation when you and your family spend the night at a glamping camp.
7 Extraordinary Eco-Friendly Vacations
You don’t need to sacrifice having fun while being eco-friendly.
Rent an RV and Get Outdoorsy
Explore the country’s best national parks in style in a camper van, trailer or RV.
Explore Alaska’s Heartland National Parks by Ferry
You don't need a giant cruise ship.
Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska
Exit Glacier is a must-see.
Denali National Park in Alaska
See amazing wildlife, take a bus tour, learn about dogsledding or camp in wilderness under America's highest peak.
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve in Alaska
America's largest park managed by the National Park Service.
Don’t Hit the Dirt Roads or Trails without Gaia GPS Maps
Avoid getting lost on remote dirt roads and gorgeous trails when you use Gaia GPS.
7 Most Dangerous Hazards in National Parks
While you are exploring the national parks this summer, don't leave common sense in the car.
8 Uncrowded National Parks
Find solitude at these national parks.
7 Things to Do in National Parks Before You Die
Don't just sit there. Start planning.
6 People Who Protect the National Parks
Fascinating stories about people who live in and near our favorite national parks.
Celebrating the LGBTQ+ Community Outside
It's June and to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, we checked out LGBTQ+-owned businesses in the towns closest to Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain and Grand Teton national parks.
Outside+ is Here, But What’s in it For You
How Outside+ helps you to lose the crowds and deepen your park experience.
Best Scenic Views in America’s National Parks
Your jaw will drop.
7 Best Road Trips to National Parks
Hit the road and experience the best America has to offer.
Celebrating Women in and Near the Parks
International Women’s Day takes place the first week of March every year, and we decided to celebrate it by sharing with you this collection of stories we’ve written about amazing women living in and near our national parks.
Winners of the National Park Road Trip Sweepstakes
Our 2021 contests have ended. Click on the links to the contests below to see the winners.
Members Have More Fun
National Park Trips’ parent company acquires Outside magazine, Outside TV, Gaia GPS, athleteReg, and Peloton Magazine, boosting the depth and diversity of storytelling and services in our Active Pass membership.
2021 Hotel-Based National Park Hiking Trips
Join us to explore Bryce and Zion’s breathtaking trails, the uncrowded side of Yellowstone and a women-only adventure full of camaraderie to Grand Canyon National Park and nearby Sedona, a place of extraordinary beauty and spiritual allure.
Our Health Procedures and Cancellation Policies for 2020 Workshops
Effective March 15, 2020, National Park Trips has revised health and cancellation policies in place.
Where to See Wildlife in America’s National Parks
Check out Tori Peglar's author page.
Why Reusable Water Bottles Are Important
Here are 5 tips from EcoVessel on why drinking water from a reusable water bottle is so essential both on and off the trail.
National Parks Amid Coronavirus/COVID-19
These are tough times.
National Park Trips Media Wins First-Place for Website Rebranding
Check out Tori Peglar's author page.
National Park Journal Wins Three First-Place Magazine Awards
Check out Tori Peglar's author page.
National Park Trips Media Part of TripAdvisor’s New Launch
Check out Tori Peglar's author page.
Top 50 Hiking Trails in America’s Favorite National Parks
Bring your hiking boots.