Episode 139: Boondocking Near Zion National Park

In this episode we meet up with our friends Mark and Jen and boondock with them about 10 miles from Zion National Park. The La Verkin Overlook has plenty of room for big rigs and has fantastic views, but we wouldn't want to be here when it rains. The weather was beautiful and dry for us, but the ground looked like it turned quite slimy when it rains.
Our location gave us the perfect opportunity to explore Zion National Park, Kanab and the old Gunsmoke TV show set, and the nearby town of Hurricane.
Overall we had a fantastic time and would definitely return to this spot.
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  • @jeannealex2560
    @jeannealex25602 жыл бұрын

    Hi guys I 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️... Glad you had a good time with mark and Jen... Right after college our youngest daughter moved to Kanab Utah to work at best friend's animal sanctuary... We went to visit and we saw Bryce Canyon and the grand canyon... We have never been to Zion Canyon... It's on the bucket list maybe one day... Thanks for the video... Stay safe...J&A

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is so much to see and do in that part of Utah. We felt like we could have stayed and explored for months. It is so beautiful there! Your daughter is lucky to have lived there!

  • @larrymiller8210
    @larrymiller82102 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Love your videos.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much.

  • @stevenclark7262
    @stevenclark72622 жыл бұрын

    Love seeing you guys and Lulu!

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Hope you are doing well!

  • @jamesglenn520
    @jamesglenn5202 жыл бұрын

    You both are such Cool people to take us along to see a glimpse of these Awesome places. Thank you so much for helping us Fill our Bucket List🪣💦 a little splash at a time 🤭😘🤣

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching. Southern Utah has five national parks, all close to each other. You could probably spend months exploring the area and it's all really beautiful.

  • @aDawnofanrvday
    @aDawnofanrvday2 жыл бұрын

    This looks like SO much fun! Looks like you had GREAT weather, too! Glad to see Lulu got to get out, too! Something tells me this might be where you got the inspiration for the bikes.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol Mark and Jen might have had some influence lol, especially after the guys went out for a ride together. The weather was just about perfect and as always, Lulu had a great time!

  • @ritaspeers1259
    @ritaspeers12592 жыл бұрын

    Great vidiography! Haven't been to Zion since I was 11. I'm 69 now!

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @ronjames4264
    @ronjames42642 жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy watching your videos another great one for the books safe travels to you

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @wortheverymile371
    @wortheverymile3712 жыл бұрын

    Looks like great boondocking spot close to park. Enjoyed the drone shots.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    That boondocking spot was amazing. Probably one of the best we have ever had.

  • @wortheverymile371

    @wortheverymile371

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TipsyMarlinTravels wow that's awesome. We've had some great spots.

  • @jeffr1827
    @jeffr18272 жыл бұрын

    What a view to wake up to where you drycamped at? The video of the area around and in Zion was gorgeous.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    That part of the country is so beautiful. We were camped at the La Verkin overlook, not far from the town of Hurricane.

  • @ssue4q
    @ssue4q2 жыл бұрын

    Great Vlog my dear. Thank you so much for sharing and taking us along. So cool about Gunsmoke. Yeah that's a shame they did not make that into a historic place. Thanks for all the 411 on everything. As always safe and happy travels😘

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! We're so glad you enjoyed it.

  • @JonesN2Travel
    @JonesN2Travel2 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Finally found some time to get caught up LOL I see you guys left a perfect spot for us to join you. :) Hopefully we'll see you guys soon. Safe Travels

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We know how that goes. I believe we have quite a bit of catching up to do too. Yes, you would have fit right in there with us. It was such an amazing spot and we were sad to leave. Hope we get to see you guys soon too. We miss you!

  • @badgerpa9
    @badgerpa92 жыл бұрын

    Looks like fun. Been a while since I have been to Zion. Kind of sad if that is the Gun Smoke site, it would have been nice to keep the tv set nice for visitors. Stay safe and healthy.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    We agree about the Gunsmoke set. So many obscure movie sets have been preserved, and that show was and still is so popular. It could have been a great stop for visitors.

  • @brianroth7852
    @brianroth78522 жыл бұрын

    Bubba, the rocks only hurt if they hit you. Kate, love Zion canyon. Allways check the weather prior to hiking in the canyons. Weather changes quick down there and you don't want to get caught in a canyon if it starts raining. Also don't just step out of the coach with out looking down below. Mr low belly like to curl up under rigs to get out of the heat. Buy the way our 5th wheel deck should be here tomorrow and the deck for the Smart we pickup Sunday. Baby steps getting closer hope to catch yall next spring. Safe travels and roads Brian and Cindy, "xtreambydesign with passion"

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol I think we'll take the rocks over snakes hehe. Sounds like things are really coming together, which is wonderful to hear! Can't wait to see you out on the road.

  • @rorygielarowski972
    @rorygielarowski9722 жыл бұрын

    Is it me or have you kinda disappeared for a while? So good to see you two!

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, we took a bit of a break for a few weeks. We got back to Arkansas and had our hands full with a lot of things. It's good to be back at it now though.

  • @Charalldredge
    @Charalldredge2 жыл бұрын

    I live here and can’t get in. Have to wait for winter when it slows a little.

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    Жыл бұрын

    I can't believe how crazy busy it is! You're very lucky to live in the area. It's so beautiful there.

  • @garyag45
    @garyag452 жыл бұрын

    💐👍🦅😎🇺🇸

  • @MidLifeJourney
    @MidLifeJourney2 жыл бұрын

    We really enjoyed Zion! Looks like a nice boondocking spot. How do you find these movie set remains? I think we will try finding places around the National Parks, really nice and less crowded. We have the day off today so catching up on some of your videos!

  • @TipsyMarlinTravels

    @TipsyMarlinTravels

    Жыл бұрын

    Zion is so cool. I totally get catching up when there's time lol. A lot of these old movie sets we stumbled upon by accident, but I found the Gunsmoke one while researching what to see in Utah.