If you’re coming to the Olympic Peninsula in the state of Washington, don’t just go to Olympic National Park. I took a 4-day road trip around the peninsula and discovered there was so much more to see outside the national park. The national park is stunning, don’t get me wrong, but there are also some …
If you only have 2 days in Glacier National Park, you need a plan. Glacier is a massive national park that is so popular a reservation used to be required to enter. In 2026, Glacier is no longer requiring ANY reservations. So, now that there are no reservations required, expect even more crowds. Is it …
Why take the Crater Lake Trolley Tour when you can simply drive yourself around the lake? Is it really worth the extra expense? I had the same thought until I experienced the Crater Lake Trolley Tour firsthand. The trolley offers a unique way to explore Crater Lake, and, best of all, it’s guided by a …
California has the most national parks of any state in the U.S. There are 9 in California (Alaska comes in a close second with 8). I made it my personal mission to visit all 9 national parks in California, partly for fun, partly out of curiosity. Now after visiting all 9, which ones do I …
With one day in Lassen Volcanic National Park, you can see and do a lot, but you should still prioritize the best stops and hikes in the park. Stick to the scenic Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway and explore the Manzanita Lake and Southwest regions of the park during your day trip. Can you do …
Planning on visiting Redwood National and State Parks? Good choice. The majestic redwood trees along northern California’s jagged moody coastline are a sight to behold. With three days in this area, you can see and do a lot — from hiking to exploring lighthouses to even catching sight of an elk or two. Here’s your …
Driving up to the summit of Haleakala National Park is one of the most memorable things you can do while in Maui. I loved driving up to the summit, but there were definitely some surprises — like how cold it was and how many bicyclists were zooming down the side of the road. Here’s what …
Death Valley was the last national park in California I visited before I’d seen them all. Why did I save this one for last? I was dragging my feet a little to get to it, just because it’s so far out in the desert, and I wasn’t sure if it would be worth the time …
I visited Lake Manly in 2024. It’s a rare, temporary lake in the driest place in North America. Does that not blow your mind? If you’re wanting to see this incredible phenomenon, follow news alerts from the national park about current conditions. Lake Manly can appear as quickly as it disappears. Here’s everything you should …
Wondering how to do a day trip to Channel Islands National Park? I journeyed to Channel Islands with 12 family members. It was a long day but a good one. After my experience, I put together this guide with everything I wish I knew when I did a day trip to Channel Islands National Park. …
