Our first trip to Las Vegas included exploring Fremont Street, the Strip, and unforgettable shows — but the highlight was a Grand Canyon helicopter wedding at sunset, followed by iconic Las Vegas night photography across the Strip.

Traveling from Zion to Las Vegas with a stop at Valley of Fire State Park made for an unforgettable road trip day. From iconic red rock formations like Fire Wave and Elephant Rock to photography tips for shooting in harsh light, this guide covers everything along the way.

Our first full day at Zion National Park was all about taking it slow — exploring Springdale, enjoying scenic views, and ending the day with sunset photography on the Kanab Plateau. A perfect beginner-friendly way to experience Zion without hiking.

Day 5 of our Southwest road trip took us from Page Arizona to Zion National Park along Highway 89, with stops at Lone Rock Beach, Toadstool Hoodoos, Kanab dinosaur tracks, and night photography in Zion.

Sunrise at Horseshoe Bend, photography in Antelope Canyon, and an aerial tour over Tower Butte during our Southwest road trip through Page, Arizona.

A Southwest road trip itinerary from Phoenix to Las Vegas with stops in Sedona, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion National Park, and Valley of Fire, plus travel and photography tips from the trip.

Planning a road trip from Sedona to Page, Arizona? This guide covers Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, travel tips, and photography advice from a Southwest landscape photography trip.

Driving from Phoenix to Sedona Arizona during our Southwest road trip, with sunrise photography at Cathedral Rock and a day exploring Sedona’s red rock landscapes.

Our Southwest road trip started in Phoenix Arizona with a UTV adventure in the Sonoran Desert, exploring desert landscapes and photographing the Arizona wilderness before heading to Sedona.