Denver is a fun city. But many of the things people come to Colorado for are actually outside of Denver. Even when my family visited, they had no idea the Rockies were actually an hour outside of the city. And while we recommend spending time and seeing the best things in Denver, for those who have more time, doing some great day trips from … [Read more...]
Category: North America
Elkblom & Big Plateau Loop – Theodore Roosevelt National Park
I love Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and when I recommend folks to go, it is this hike; the Elkblom & Big Plateau I recommend most of all. It is the best day hike in the park and one where you’ll get to experience beautiful views, see wildlife, cross a river, and experience some wild North Dakotan places. About the Hike Distance: … [Read more...]
Four Lake Loop Guide: Rocky Mountain National Park
Bear Lake and Surrounding Area is one of the most popular and beautiful parts of Rocky Mountain National Park. The area is covered with quite a few gorgeous glacial lakes. This hike takes you to four of the best, Emerald, Haiyaha, Dream, and Nymph. What makes this one good, is that it's the best way to see them without any … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Get from Missoula to Kalispell Montana
Missoula to Kalispell is a popular tourist and local travel route. This is the way many folks will travel when going to visit Glacier National Park. Actually while there is an airport in Kalispell, it might even be prudent to check flights to Missoula and consider driving if prices for (flights and cars) are low enough. In particular since Missoula … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Travel Between Butte and Missoula Montana
Intercity Travel in Montana can have it's challenges. In particular if you are looking for public transportation as it's less available than other major cities in the United States. So we are here to help in giving you options for travel between certain cities in Montana. In this case Between Butte and Missoula Montana. Also perhaps some detour … [Read more...]
Glacier National Park: Visitor’s Guide
Glacier National Park is one that cannot help but inspire awe in all those who explore it. From those first views from Going to the Sun Road, or vistas over Glaciers, it really showcases the incredible beauty of the American West. The park is so far my 2nd favorite park in the National Park system (after Yosemite), but its a hard toss-up in … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide on How to Get to Glacier National Park
This is a Post about How to get to Glacier National Park and not on things to do in and around Glacier National Park. That's covered in another post. So, my goal is to cover logistics and planning. Given Glacier NP's size and location in Northwest Montana, there are an incredible amount of options and logistics for getting to and from the park. … [Read more...]
Montezuma Castle National Monument: Visitor Guide
The incredible Puebloan construction of Montezuma Castle really does look like a castle. So much so that it fooled the early Europeans who named it in honor of Montezuma (thinking it was connected with the Aztecs). The history though is very impressive as is the engineering. Read up on the National Monument and how you can visit as … [Read more...]
Aztec Ruins National Monument: Visitor’s Guide
Designated a National Monument in 1923, Aztec Ruins National Monument protects an incredibly well preserved Puebloan village. Up to about the mid-11th century there were no inhabitants in this area and then folks continued to stream here and this village came to life. The area was cleared and built up quite considerably and was really well … [Read more...]
Alberta Falls Hike Guide: Rocky Mountain National Park
If you are looking for a fun, easy, family friendly hike in Rocky Mountain National Park. You should definitely consider the Alberta Falls Hike. Located in the Bear Lake area of the Park, it is a fun trail to a beautiful waterfall. The hike is lovely, wide, well marked, and fun. You can combine this hike with several others to see even more if … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide: Sky Pond Hike – Rocky Mountain National Park
The Sky Pond Hike is one of the best trails in all of Rocky Mountain National Park. This hike includes some epic nature from several waterfalls (including one you climb), lakes, mountain views, forests, and more! The hike reminded me a lot of some of my favorite hikes of Glacier, including Grinnell Glacier and the Highline trail. You’ll see why … [Read more...]
Guide to Precipice Trail Hike – Acadia National Park
For Most people, the Precipice Trail Hike is one of the most sought after hikes to accomplish during their visit to Acadia National Park in Maine. This hike was definitely one of our goals and one of our favorite hikes of the park. This guide will help you with planning your own trip. About the Precipice Trail Hike The Precipice Hike … [Read more...]
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