After seeing all 50 states and staying in countless hotel rooms, there is one place I adore, Yellowstone National Park. When I get to visit, my favorite place to stay is Old Faithful Inn. It’s an iconic piece of architecture and…
As one of the top national parks in the U.S., Yellowstone National Park attracts visitors from around the world. And good reason, it’s a world class outdoors destination with top wildlife viewings, amazing scenery and lots of geothermal activity. In…
Known for some of North America’s top wildlife viewing, Custer State Park also offers lots of recreation opportunities in the Black Hills of South Dakota. From hiking to boating to rock climbing, Custer can be your base to explore the…
The quieter side of the Grand Canyon in Northern Arizona is open from May until October and offers hiking, camping, cabins and even mule trips. Get all the views at a higher elevation with cooler temperatures along with a greener…
With over 1,440 square miles of wilderness center around the Olympic Mountains, Olympic National Park is a year-round destination. In addtion to the mountains, it’s home to several ecosystems, like the old-growth rainforests, beaches and lakees along with the mountaintop…
As the trees and land recover from the 2021 KNP wildfire, the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are open for visitors. See the epic Sequoia trees in both parks while enjoying the outdoor activities that make national parks special,…
Maybe just as popular as the beaches, the California Redwoods are one of the top destinations in the state. Though at home in several parks across the state, to see the largest trees in the world, you need to visit…
Visit a gem of the Northern California with fewer crowds than the national parks of Southern California, Lassen Volcanic National Park. Find majestic mountain scenery covered in evergreens, just like Sequoia or Yosemite. Though as part of the Cascade Mountain…
Topping the list of summer must-sees for the Pacific Northwest is Mount St. Helens, the Washington volcano that blew up in 1980. For school-age kids and older, a trip to the Johnston Ridge Visitor Center is a great addition…
In the Strait of Juan de Fuca, take an island getaway with mild summer temperatures and lots of outdoor activities, With ferry service from several Washington ports, enjoy a trip full of hiking, exploring and eating seafood. San Juan Island…
After camping with kids for over 15 years, I’m here to say, make it easy for Mom. I’ve see too many Moms trying to make scones at the campsite with a carful of gear. Just don’t. Who are you trying…
It’s the hottest, lowest and largest national park in the lower 48. Extreme might describe a summer visit where all living things keep to the shade. Though a winter visit can be sublime with mild temperatures and plenty of sunshine.…