Explore some of the amazing areas of the United States. Whether you’re looking for a national park or a history museum, there are plenty of activities available for all types of travelers.
The Black Hills gold rush started in 1874. Two years later, thousands flocked to Deadwood, South Dakota, to search for gold. The Broken Boot Gold Mine was opened in 1878, functioned as a mine until 1918, and today tourists can take a gold mine tour to see it for themselves. Our tour guide was wonderful…
When I told people my wife and I were driving the Oregon coast, many people and online forums recommended the Sea Lion Caves. We were mixed about stopping there, but decided to give it a chance. We waited in line, paid our admission fee and began to explore the area. If you or your kids…
The National Presidential Wax Museum in Keystone, South Dakota, is a great stop to learn about America’s presidents. We stopped by during our visit to Mount Rushmore and were able to learn a little more about the role each president played in America’s history. If you’re looking for a great spot to stop and learn,…
Road trips are great. Especially when you stop in small towns with amazing museums. Gillette, Wyoming, is one of those towns. The Frontier Relics and Auto Museum was enjoyed by the parents and kids as we made our way across Wyoming to Mount Rushmore (via Devil’s Tower). Step back in time with a visit to…
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is one spot everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. I remember visiting the area in my youth, and this summer I was able to share it with my wife and kids. Our stop at Mount Rushmore was one of the many things we explored in the Black Hills…
Beyond some amazing shorelines and photogenic landscapes, the tidepools along the Oregon Coast were some of my favorite stops during our 2,800 mile couple’s road trip. Sea life is flourishing in these shallow tidepools and can amaze kids for hours on end. Crabs, mussels, anemones, snails, hermit crabs, starfish and more. It’s like a living…
Utah summers are scorching. So a day at a beautiful lake is refreshing. Hyrum Lake State Park near Logan, Utah, is a wonderful spot for some summer fun. We brought our kayaks and kids to the lake earlier this year to check it out and can see why it’s a hot spot to cool off…
As my wife and I planned a trip to Oregon, we thought it would be fun to visit the locations seen in a movie we grew up with – The Goonies. It was filmed in and around Astoria, Oregon, not too far from where we would be camping. We made a day of it, and…
Two decades ago, my wife took a family vacation to the Oregon coast. Last week, my wife and I took a couple’s road trip to the same coast. She talked about a beautiful botanical garden we had to visit. We made sure Shore Acres State Park was on our itinerary, and we were so glad…
My wife and I spent a day exploring Crater Lake National Park. From the magnificent viewpoints of the lake, to hiking through the dense forest, Crater Lake has hikes for just about any level of hiker. Here’s a rundown of the best hiking trails at Crater Lake National Park in Oregon. Tips to Help You…
