Located on a peninsula in Washington, Olympic National Park features over 1,440 square miles of wilderness. Within two hours of Seattle, this park is a year-round destination and centered around the Olympic Mountains. Visitors will find several ecosystems, like mountaintop…
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect some of the largest trees in the world. The epic Sequoia trees are located in both parks, and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking, camping and…
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, camping,…
Located in Northern Arizona, the Grand Canyon National Park is one of the top 10 National Parks and a top destination in the U.S., Open year-round, the South Rim of the Grand Canyon attracts visitors from around the globe as…
The Grand Canyon is one of the top U.S. national parks and a top destination for the entire U.S The South Rim is a year-round destination for young and old. Visitors come from across the world to see the…
in Southern Oklahoma, Chickasaw National Recreation Area protects natural pools, scenic mountain vistas and historic sites. For recreational boaters, there’s a large recreation lake with ramps and camping. Chickasaw also offers historic cabins and a resident herd of bison, just…
In the Texas Panhandle, Palo Duro Canyon is the second-largest canyon in the U.S. and second only to Arizona’s Grand Canyon. The best feature of this canyon is visitors can drive to the bottom of Palo Duro. Along the route,…
Does the name scare you? It shouldn’t; Death Valley is a warm winter escape that offers lots of hiking, scenic drives, and even a golf course. Death Valley National Park also holds a lot of records. It had the hottest…
As a year-round destination, the South Rim of the Grand Canyon attracts visitors from across North America and beyond. From warm summer days to the blazing fall color to a snow-kissed desert landscape, the Grand Canyon is a National Park…
The kids want to go camping and you don’t know where to start. After camping with kids for over 15 years, I’m here to say, make it easy for Mom. I’ve always kept my comfort level in mind when planning.…
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…
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…