Thinking of visiting Death Valley but you only have a day? No worries, a day in Death Valley National Park is possible. Yes, the park is huge, but there are several highlights in Death Valley close enough together to where you can easily see all in 1 day in Death Valley. A bonus: All of …
Guide to Visiting the Rare Lake Manly in Badwater Basin (Death Valley National Park)
There’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, go now! It’s estimated that Lake Manly could dry up soon. Here’s everything you should know before making the trek out to Death Valley to see Lake Manly in …
19 Things to Do in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have more to see than just big trees. They have imposing canyons, cascading waterfalls, wildflower-filled meadows, and sweeping viewpoints. Make the most of your next trip to Sequoia and Kings Canyon in California with these can’t miss activities. About Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Kings Canyon and Sequoia …
Day Trip to Channel Islands National Park
Wondering how to do a day trip to Channel Islands National Park? I’ve compiled a complete guide on how to visit Channel Islands for a day — everything you need to know and what I wish I knew when I did a day trip to Channel Islands National Park. Twelve family members joined me on …
Bear Gulch Cave and Reservoir: The Best Hike in Pinnacles National Park
I visited Pinnacles National Park for a day and found its hike to Bear Gulch Cave and Reservoir to be one of my favorite hiking trails I’ve ever done. The hike to Bear Gulch Reservoir allows you to also explore Bear Gulch Cave on the way and is easily the best hike in Pinnacles National …
One Day in Joshua Tree National Park
Planning to visit Joshua Tree National Park? One day in Joshua Tree is plenty of time to see all the highlights of this national park in the California desert. We spent one December day in Joshua Tree National Park, and here are the best things we did. About Joshua Tree National Park Joshua Tree National …
One Day at Grand Canyon National Park
A visit to the Grand Canyon should be on everyone’s United States bucket list, especially if you ever find yourself in Arizona (or nearby Las Vegas). One day at Grand Canyon National Park is all that’s needed to see the canyon in the South Rim and walk along most of the 13-mile Rim Trail, an …
One Day in Bryce Canyon National Park
I wasn’t expecting much of Bryce Canyon, but it blew me away. One day in Bryce Canyon National Park is a perfect amount of time to hike Wall Street and the Navajo Loop and see all the best viewpoints. I loved my visit to Bryce Canyon National Park, and I hope this post will convince …
One Day in Zion National Park (with Easy Hikes for Beginners)
For those planning a trip through Utah, a stop in Zion National Park should definitely be on your itinerary. If you only have one day in Zion, you must do these 3 easy hikes to see three unique parts of Zion National Park. Zion is so much more than The Narrows and Angels Landing, two …
3 Day Itinerary for Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park are so close together — I mean, they share a border — so it makes perfect sense to see both of these parks during the same trip. Grand Teton National Park stunned us with its beauty — it has incredible hikes and gorgeous lakes. And Yellowstone National …