The Grand Circle Road Trip is a loop that covers some of the best Southwest America has to offer. Six national parks plus several national monuments and landmarks that highlight the iconic red rocks and sandstone landforms that have been carved out and formed from erosion, mostly due to the serpentine Colorado River. This part of the country is rather…
If you are lucky enough to live in Portland or even if you are just visiting here, you have so many great nearby places to visit. Day trips from Portland include a range of destinations that involve hiking, sightseeing, wine tasting, beach combing, shopping, and so much more. The longest I would be willing to drive for a day trip…
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area of Oregon is one of the most beautiful spots in America, and it is my favorite place to hike. Waterfalls, lush forests, and gorges….what’s not to love! The great part is the best hikes in Columbia River Gorge range from less than half a mile to several miles, so there are trails for…
One of the best ways to spend a few days in Washington is by visiting the Olympic Peninsula. This part of Washington has so much to offer with its rain forests, waterfalls, beaches, whale watching, and other sea life. The best way to spend 3 days is with this Olympic National Park itinerary. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links so…
Las Vegas is best known as being an oasis for gambling and partying. But this desert city is also a great place to begin a hiking vacation. Below are nine great locations for hiking near Las Vegas, organized from the closest to the furthest away. These destinations can be visited in just a few hours or part of road trip…
The title of this blog is a little deceiving because this New Mexico road trip includes a couple days in southern Colorado. Originally we wanted to only explore New Mexico, but because of Covid, some of the attractions we wanted to visit, such as the Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument and Taos Pueblo, were closed. Nonetheless, this New Mexico road…
Maple Pass Loop is the best and most beautiful hike I have ever done. The hike is long and strenuous but does not feel that tough because you are stopping every 30 steps or so to take a picture. From old growth, dense forests to pristine turquoise lakes and views of snow-topped mountains, this trail is like no other I…
We experienced the best sights on a Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park day trip after our 3 days in Yosemite National Park. The two parks are located roughly an hour east of Fresno in northern California. If you want to take your time and see both parks in their entirety, then you should split this trip into 2 separate…
When we visited Glacier National Park in early July, we had no clue the Going-to-the-Sun Road would still be closed to vehicular traffic due to winter snowfalls. If you are unfamiliar with Glacier National Park, the Going-to-the-Sun Road is the main artery of the park. Without access to this thoroughfare, you are limited to what parts of the park you…
When visiting Sedona, the hike to Devil’s Bridge Arizona is a can’t-miss activity! We visited Sedona for a day during our 4 days in Northern Arizona, and this was my favorite hike in the area. With its scenic overlooks of colorful landscapes, unique garden of stacked rocks, and the iconic Devil’s Bridge, what’s not to love about this hike! Overall,…