We arrived at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park near Kanab, Utah to play in the sand at 6,000 feet elevation!
The dunes are formed by wind funneling sand through the notch between the Moquith and Moccasin mountains.
The Navajo sandstone receives relatively high amounts of moisture and supports many different plants, including the Kanab Yucca.
The dune field ranges from wide open dunes to sand trails through Pinyon, Juniper and even Ponderosa pine!
We aren’t used to seeing pine trees growing in the dunes but they sure make a nice place to stop and take a break in the shade!
There are many flowers in bloom, like the Evening Primrose. It wasn’t unusual for us to make a stop on the trail for me to look at the flowers!
The Rough Mulesears cover the semi-stable dunes and are almost in full bloom!
The varied landscape changes around every corner, from open dune to forest sand trail.
Some of the Ponderosa pine’s have signs showing they date back to the early 1700’s.
Of course there are bowls to ride too!
Caleb is practicing his shifting in the soft sand.
We’ve had the RZR in 4 wheel drive more than ever, but Caleb’s quad sometimes needed a boost.
Our campsite has provided a wonderfully shady respite when we’re not out on the trail…
Riding…
Looking at wildflowers…
Or enjoying the beauty of the dunes!
