There are no major National Parks in Delaware. There are several sites within the State of Delaware including one official national park unit, one other site (that encompasses many other sites) as well as two national trails. National Park Units National Park Units are an odd designation. Some of the parks are part of a larger unit … [Read more...]
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Guide to Mesa Verde National Park
For more than 700 years, people lived and flourished in the mountains, valleys, and cliffs of Mesa Verde National Park, located in present day Southwestern Colorado. And then somewhere around 1300 AD, the people left. Why they left? Where did they go? That's a lot of the information that is important to learn in Mesa Verde NP. Let's explore the … [Read more...]
Experience the Burroughs Mountain Trail Hike – Mount Rainier
There are a lot of trails around Mount Rainier National Park. One of my favorites however is the Burroughs mountain trail from the Sunrise area of the park. The trail has so much terrain and places to cover as well as some incredible views of Mount Rainier. You can choose to go as far along on the trail as you choose, but the closer you go the … [Read more...]
National Park Sites: Connecticut
No major National Parks exist in New Jersey, however the state does have a national park unit, a soon-to-be unit and 3 National Trails. Both units are National Historical Parks. National Park Units The two units in Connecticut are the two National Historical Parks listed below. One of them is still in the process of being established, … [Read more...]
Guide to Wright Brothers National Memorial
I'm a huge aviation lover, in particular anything that flies or goes into outer space. Part of it is from past career work but much of it a love since childhood. So paying homage to the Wright Brothers is something I am surprised I hadn't done earlier. The Writher Brothers National Memorial is one of those places that many people think of going. … [Read more...]
Alpine Lake, Bristlecone & Glacier Trails – Great Basin NP
If you only have time to do one hike, these are the places you want to go. They are all located in the same area and many people actually do it as one large hike. You can also decide to pick only a specific area of the hike if you are pressed for time or not interested in some of the sights. This was definitely one of my favorite things to do … [Read more...]
Explore ALL National Parks in Nevada
Nevada has 4 national park administered sites across this diverse state as well as 3 national trails that pass through the state. The National Parks cover a diverse biosphere of area from high alpine to hot low desert, to fossil beds and lakes. Some of the trails explore the diverse history of the area from pioneers and more. National Parks … [Read more...]
Completing the Hickman Bridge Hike – Capitol Reef National Park
One of my favorite hikes in Capitol Reef, the Hickman Bridge Hike is also one of the most popular of the park as well. And for good reason, it's a great hike with some wonderful payoffs along the way. You'll start off Route 24 and hike up to Hickman's Bridge, which is a natural arch in the park. Along the way you'll also get to see the Nels Johnson … [Read more...]
How to Hike the Grand Wash Trail – Capitol Reef National Park
One of the most interesting hikes in the park, the Grand Wash Trail Hike takes you along a "wash" which is a temporary riverbed area. The hike takes you through the wash, along canyon walls, and into a slot canyon called "the narrows", with its high imposing walls and narrow walk way. Read along for how to do the hike, when to go, and how to … [Read more...]
Guide to the Upheaval Dome Trail Hike – Canyonlands
The Upheaval Dome Trail Hike is one of my favorites in the Island in the Sky area of Canyonlands National Park. It has some interesting views of this weird crater that has a few theories on how it was formed. We were also very lucky in that we hiked early in the day and hand the entire trail to ourselves. If you are planning to hike the trail too, … [Read more...]
Amazing Places to Visit in Salt Lake City, Utah
There are a lot of great places to visit in Salt Lake City. When I first thought of visiting the area I really did not know much to do beyond the lake and well skiing. But now after a few visits, I realized how great of city it is. So here's a list of the incredible things to do, so you can have a wonderful trip too. Temple … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Get from Denver to Breckenridge
Getting to and from Denver is one of the main things many people do when they come to Colorado. Going from Denver to Breckenridge (and back) is one of the more popular routes especially during the winter. Breckenridge is an incredible mountain town with access to both Breckenridge Ski area as well as trails, wilderness, and ski areas in the … [Read more...]
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