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...]
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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...]
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...]
Explorer’s Guide to Utah’s Arches National Park
With over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, Arches National Park lives up to its namesake. The park is one of the gems of the National Park system and pretty incredible place with all the arches found in such a small area. Established in 1929 the park protects about 120 square miles of land (76,679 acres). Where is Arches National … [Read more...]
COMPLETE Guide to National Parks by Size
The National Park system has 425 units managed across the entire system. Of those, 63 are designated as National Parks. These are the crown jewels of the systems with the highest prestige and protection of sites within the federal system. National Parks though protect such a wide range of places and shockingly come in all sizes! The largest is … [Read more...]
Explore ALL National Parks in Indiana
Indiana has 3 National Park units within the state. One of those, Indiana Sand Dunes is one of the 63 National Parks. The other two are a national memorial and national historic park. Beyond these 3 National park Units there is one National Trail that crosses the state as well. So read on to learn about the 3 National Parks in … [Read more...]
Perfect One Day Itinerary for Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is huge. At nearly 1,400 square miles, it covers the majority of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington and with the structure of the park, getting between places can take a long time. So while we recommend several days or a week to explore Olympic NP, we know that people are short on time. Therefore, if time is … [Read more...]
Guide to Agate Fossil Beds National Monument
Established in 1997, Agate Fossil Beds National Monument in Nebraska protects the excavation sites and fossil remains of some of the world's oldest mammals. The site covers over 3,000 acres of land and has several excavation sites, a visitor center, exhibits, and walking trails. About Agate Fossil Beds National Monument The site is known … [Read more...]
Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor’s Guide
Established in 1919, Scottsbluff National Monument protects an important landmark along the Oregon Trail, California Trail, and Pony Express Trail. It was one of the most referenced landmarks in diaries and journals of travels along the trails. About Scotts Bluff National Monument "Go West, young man, and grow up with the … [Read more...]
Guide to the Lost Mine Trail Hike – Big Bend NP
If I had to pick my favorite trail in Big Bend National park it would be the Lost Mine Trail Hike. And I’m not alone, it is consistently ranked as one of (if not THE) top hike in the park. I was really skeptical, could it really deserve all those high scores? Well, let's see if you agree. And here we are to help you plan your trip to Big Bend NP … [Read more...]
Guide to Santa Elena Canyon Trail – Big Bend NP
Located on the far end of Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, the Santa Elena Canyon is one of the most imposing features in Big Bend National Park. The walls of the canyon rise steeply for over 1,500 feet on either side of the Rio Grande which makes up the border of the United States and Mexico. The trail is short but one of the best in Big Bend … [Read more...]
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