Zion National Park was the last stop on my Mighty 5 road trip last January, but if I’d only known how much I would fall in love with this place, I probably would have raced right over first thing instead of waiting! Mind you, I had the luxury of going in the heart of winter…
Let me start with a little story about the first time I visited Shenandoah National Park. It was at the end of a road trip through East Coast national parks and, not knowing any better, I’d only planned one day for Shenandoah. Somehow, I’d come up with this idea that Shenandoah was a drive-through park,…
When you’re planning a trip to Canyonlands for a day, every moment counts! This sprawling National Park is Utah’s largest of the Mighty 5 with several distinct districts, so note for even the most ambitious of travelers that just one day in Canyonlands is not enough to see it all. To best use your time,…
If you ask anyone who knows me what my favorite national park is, I don’t think a single one would hesitate to tell you it’s Grand Teton. Of course, this may have at least a little (or maybe a lot) to do with the fact that I am constantly talking about it. If I’m not…
South Dakota is seriously one of the coolest states in America. It doesn’t seem to have that reputation, but it is true! The Black Hills and Custer State Park are gorgeous and full of wildlife. The Cathedral Spires are one of the most prominent rock climbing destinations in the United States. As the state is full of exciting wildlife and…
I’ve spent a lot of time in Utah over the years, road tripping through its national parks and exploring as much of the Southwest as I could. Of all the places in Utah I’ve visited — which include five national parks and at least twice as many state parks — truly nothing beats the beauty…
4 of the 61 national parks in the United States are located in Colorado — some 5%! — and they just happen to be some of the parks with the most incredible views! Colorado is home to Rocky Mountain National Park too, which is one of the most-visited national parks in the United States! From…
Nestled on the west side of Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful hikes in the country: Avalanche Lake, sitting pretty at an elevation of 3,905 feet. This Montana park draws over two million visitors a year, most of them being hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. Avalanche Lake is known for its impressive beauty…
Rocky Mountain National Park is a winter wonderland located outside the adorable mountain town of Estes Park, Colorado. The park is 415 square miles and only a two-hour drive from Denver, Colorado, making it an excellent day trip from Denver or an easy addition to your Denver itinerary. Rocky Mountain is known for its snowy…
