Halloween is approaching and while I didn’t bake or cook anything “scary”, I thought I’d share something with you that’s nonetheless fitting for the season: Ultimate Pumpkin Bread! Whether you like or dislike pumpkin bread or may think you already have the best recipe for it, you’re sure to love this version. It’s bursting with flavor and is incredibly moist. You won’t be able to stop at one, or even two, slices. It’s the best pumpkin bread I’ve had. And for the “Halloween” part of this post I’m going to take you on a pictorial tour of one of the neatest places I’ve been: Goblin Valley State Park in Utah. We visited Goblin Valley a couple of months ago on our trip to Utah for my grandpa’s 90th birthday. It amazes me that neither my husband or I had ever heard of it before. And virtually everyone we’ve spoken to about since has never heard of it either. Even my dad, who grew up just an hour and a half away from Goblin Valley, had never heard of it! My grandpa and my husband’s step-father are the only two people we’ve encountered who have heard of it and been there. Crazy! After having seen it, I can’t believe it has remained so relatively unknown. Probably because it’s a State and not a national park. Still, it amazes me that it’s been such a well-kept secret. My husband and I both agree, Goblin Valley State Park is one of the most unique and fascinating places we’ve ever seen.
From Wikipedia: “[Goblin Valley’s] eminent feature is its thousands of hoodoos and hoodoo rocks, which are formations of mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles, some as high as several meters.” From the State park’s website: “Journey to this strange and colorful valley, which is unlike any other in Utah. The landscape, covered with sandstone goblins and formations, is often compared to Mars. Explore the geology, and camp among the nooks and gnomes.” Our kids LOVED it! Another thing that was so amazing about it is that this valley is baby-proofed! The ground and all of the rocks are smooth and rounded and there are no cliffs or drops. Our 3 year old wandered around with us at his will and had SO much fun! It’s a fantastic place for kids and adults alike. So without further ado, come join me and my family on a tour through Goblin Valley!
Check out these Goblins that are just at the park entrance. So neat! Each one is distinct in appearance. The way they’re situated is almost as if they’re there to greet each visitor: “Welcome to our Valley!”
This picture really puts into perspective just how vast this valley is!
Goblin Valley State Park is such an incredible place. Thanks for joining me and I hope you enjoyed your tour! And now, for the incredible Ultimate Pumpkin Bread Recipe! Adapted from Cook’s Illustrated Read more about me…
