As a kid, my dad took all of us on a whitewater rafting trip near Jackson Hole, Wyoming. It’s an activity I’ve always thought about doing that with my kids, but the summers always got away from me. A couple months ago, I did some research and booked a family whitewater rafting trip in Utah…
I’ve often seen these interesting photos of a really long cave just outside of Zion National Park. It’s known as the Belly of the Dragon. To me, it looks more like the colon of a dragon, but a name like that may dissuade people from checking it out. If you’re visiting Zion National Park or…
I love to learn, and travel allows me to do just that. When I was planning our family’s summer vacation, I stumbled upon Minuteman Missile National Historic Site in South Dakota. I wasn’t very familiar with the Cold War or terms like Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD), but I thought it would be cool to see…
Badlands National Park is a popular stop for people visiting Mount Rushmore and the Black Hills of South Dakota. Our family enjoyed exploring the park, although the 100-degree temperature that day made it less enjoyable. However, we were able to hike the trails in the east end of Badlands National Park. Here’s a rundown on…
I’ve enjoyed many visits to hike Kolob Canyon in Utah’s Zion National Park. It’s easily accessible along I-15, offers some great hikes for the whole family, and offers beautiful views of Utah’s landscape. But Kolob Canyon isn’t as popular as the Scenic Drive of Zion National Park. It doesn’t have the reputation that hikes like…
I’ve done bits and pieces of Utah’s Scenic Byway 12 throughout my life. But it wasn’t until this summer that we made a day trip out of driving the full length of this famous and beautiful highway. It would take more than a single day to explore all of the stops along the way, but…
Many people know Yellowstone National Park was the first designated national park. But did you know Wyoming also has the first official national monument? Devil’s Tower in northeast Wyoming holds that honor. We, like many other travelers, explored the national monument on our way to Mount Rushmore. Here are a few tips to help you…
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…
Most people flock to Island in the Sky at Canyonlands National Park. It’s near Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park. But driving the extra distance to explore The Needles District of the park is totally worth it. And there are great trails for kids, and ones the adults can enjoy, too. The…
I’ve always wanted to hike The Narrows in Zion National Park in southern Utah. For one reason or another, it wasn’t until this summer I was able to make it happen. My wife and I experienced it a couple of weekends ago and learned a few valuable things to help others maximize their trek up…
