Mom ,What's the movie about? The little girl asked as we all sat down in the seats in the darkened theater. I couldn't really fully see the folks behind me but I could tell it was a woman of Japanese ancestry and her young daughter. It's the movie about where your grandmother was born. Those words caught my breath. I think even walking … [Read more...]
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33 Epic Western US National Parks (You MUST Visit)
The Western United States has some of the most incredible National Parks to explore in the United States. From alpine lakes and peaks, petrified forest, granite cliffs, unbelievable trees, and historical sites, the west is rich in parks for a reason. We situated this list for the Western Continental United States. Mostly parks from Western … [Read more...]
Ultimate 11 Day Colorado National Park Road Trip
A Colorado National Park Road Trip is one of the best ways to see this amazing state. Colorado is one of the most beautiful and diverse states in the United States. Did you know that the highest Sand Dunes in North American, incredible Alpine mountains, historic Puebloan dwellings, dinosaur fossils, and more are in this state? Yes. It's really … [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...]
Complete Guide to US National Monuments
One of the greatest things the United States ever did was creating the National Park System. Now most people understand what a National Park is, but then there is another designation National Monument. What is that and why do we have multiple things to protect Nature. National Monuments come in so many different varieties from beautiful volcanic … [Read more...]
Epic Minneapolis to Yellowstone National Park Road Trip (via North Dakota)
The road trip focuses on the best options along the fastest path from Minneapolis to Yellowstone. This takes drivers from Minneapolis, north to North Dakota, and across through Montana. Finally travelers cross eastern Montana south to Yellowstone and optionally Grand Teton National Park. Travel can take anywhere from a couple days to a … [Read more...]
26 Fabulous Day Trips from Denver Colorado
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]