Death Valley National Park is more pleasant than the name implies, and due to its unforgettable name, it became famous in movies,. This Southern California park is a warm winter escape that offers hiking, biking, scenic drives and even a…
Back in the 1970s, Mount St. Helens was a recreational playground, similar to Mt Rainier. Then one quiet Sunday morning in 1980, the landscape changed. That morning, this quiet mountain getaway lost its top and made news worldwide. A…
The family wants to go camping. After camping with kids for over 15 years, I’m here to say, make it easy for Mom. Start with this list. When planning your camping trip, keep it within your comfort level. If you…
This Northern California gem boasts fewer crowds than the national parks of Southern California. Lassen Volcanic National Park is known for its majestic mountain scenery covered in evergreens, like the more southerly Sequoia or Yosemite. Located in the Cascade Mountain…
In Washington’s Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Island offers mild summer temperatures and lots of outdoor activities. Visitors to San Juan will find a National Park Service site and one of the best places to see whales from…
In Northwestern Montana and straddling the border with Canada, Glacier National Park protects one million acres of wilderness. Known as the Crown of the Continent, it is best explored in July and August when it is now covered in snow.…
In South Dakota’s Black Hills, Custer State Park is a state park that feels like a national park. It is known for some of North America’s top wildlife viewing and has been protected since 1912. With its camping and lodging…
Most visitors to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon never visit the North Rim, which is a quieter and greener side of the Grand Canyon. Located in Northern Arizona, the North Rim is open seasonally and offers hiking and…
The Black Hills of South Dakota pack in the family fun. From five national parks to Western history to premier wildlife viewing, there’s plenty to do in the region for a week. Start with the National Park sites, all about…
Devils Tower National Monument is a convenient road trip stop about 110 miles west of Rapid City, South Dakota, in Western Wyoming. As a unique geological site, it is sacred to many people. Best of all, you see this otherworldly…
Head to Yellowstone National Park this summer for a vacation to remember. The eastern entrances of the park are some of the least crowded and scenic. Then you can use Cody, Wyoming, as a base for adventure. It features museums,…
In Wyoming, one of the most picturesque places in the park is Yellowstone Lake, near the South and East Entrance. As the largest high-elevation lake in North America, it offers land and water activities, along with a historic hotel: Lake…