There’s a place where mountains disappear into alpine lakes, wildlife roams free and abundant, and breathtaking views await around every turn. Welcome to Glacier National Park, set in Montana’s Rocky Mountains! Part of the world’s first international peace park, Glacier NP is located in northern Montana and is seamed to Waterton Lakes National Park at…
Planning a summer outdoors and want to see the best USA national parks the country has to offer? I’ve curated my bucket list national parks in the USA from East Coast to West (staying in the lower 48 states, as I know many people this year are trying to avoid flying). I’ve covered national parks…
Mt. Rainier is the iconic mountain seen from downtown Seattle, the largest mountain in Washington State. Its large presence over Western Washington means that Seattleites simply call it “The Mountain.” In fact, you’ll often hear them use the popular saying “The Mountain is out” – meaning that the skies are clear (a rare occurrence through…
Rich with diverse wildlife and vegetation, Everglades National Park is a must-see destination for anyone fond of birding, hiking, paddling, or being surrounded by salty ocean air. Here, the Atlantic Ocean meets the dense mangrove forests of southern Florida to form this spectacular environment, which is home to 36 protected species. This 1.5 million-acre subtropical…
Glacier National Park is an impressive wilderness destination that’s growing in popularity every year. The western entrance to the park is located in Northwest Montana, near Columbia Falls. From there, the park extends all the way up to the Canadian Border. It’s no wonder that visitors want to see the famous crystal blue water of…
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…
The Grand Canyon is rightfully one of the most renowned landmarks in all of America, and there’s no wonder that it figures high on nearly everyone’s national parks bucket list. The Grand Canyon was formed by the rushing waters of the Colorado River after many million years of erosion and assisted by plate tectonics which…
With over 734 miles of scenic hiking trails, Glacier National Park has a wealth of hiking to explore. There’s a trail for every experience level and age group from a family-friendly boardwalk hike around the massive old-growth cedars near Lake McDonald to challenging mountain passes that offer rewarding views of the pristine landscape below. Pack…
