In 1872 Yellowstone National Park became the first national park in the world. Until then, the idea of preserving a parcel of land from development for future generations was foreign. In an area larger than Rhode Island, it’s home to…
For a state park that feels like a national park, head to Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Known for some of North America’s top wildlife viewing, Custer also offers lots of recreation opportunities, from hiking…
Head to the Black Hills of South Dakota for a vacation packed with family-sized adventure. Find national parks, outdoor sports, wildlife viewing, western history, and scenic drives. It’s an undiscovered jewel with fewer crowds and loads of adventure. Here’s what…
Yellowstone National Park is a trip of a lifetime. Find the first national park in the world in three states, Wyoming, Montana and Idaho in the western U.S. While there, enjoy the world-class animal viewing, the most geysers in the…
Everyone loves a record, even trees. To see the largest trees in the world, head to a quiet corner of the Northern California coast to stare in awe at the protected Coastal Redwoods. While there, you’ll be in one of…
Located in norther California, Lassen Volcanic National Park is a gem with fewer crowds than Sequoia or Yosemite, both located south. Get all the mountain scenery plus volcanoes. As part of the Cascade Mountain Range get its legendary volcanic activity along…
When asked, people want to know my favorite park as a national park writer, the answer Yellowstone. Not only is the first national park in the world. It offers lots of wow. Located in the western corner of Wyoming, it’s…
Out in the unlimited horizon of the Texas Panhandle, find the second largest canyon in the U.S. Packed with history, see the colorful red and orange striations clinging to its walls as you drive to the bottom on a paved…
Glacier National Park along the border of Canada and the U.S. is known as the Crown of the Continent. With over one million acres in Northwestern Montana, explore this gem in July and August . Nestled in the Rocky Mountains,…
As a top destination in the U.S., the Grand Canyon is a sight that most yearn to see. During the summer, visitors from around the globe stand on the edge of this majestic landscape and stare in awe. After visiting the…
As a year-round destination, the Grand Canyon transforms into a snow-kissed desert landscape in winter. Snow settles on each rock layer and pinyon pine branch around the canyon. With fewer people, winter visitors enjoy a quieter canyon experience and most…
As a year-round destination, experience the best of the Arizona desert at this iconic American destination. With a canyon that’s a mile deep, your eyes will see millions of years pass as they fall to the green ribbon at the…