National Parks

Have you been glamping? We’ve experienced it across the US, and let me tell you, Open Sky Zion takes it to the next level! We were fortunate enough to stay for two nights in August, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. …

There’s little that thrills me as much as when two passions collide- like outdoors and history! Dive into both during the Battle of the Little Bighorn Anniversary each June in southeastern Montana. The third weekend in June is filled with commemorative events, rodeos, living history, …

Unless you’re from Michigan, chances are you haven’t heard of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. It was the first national lakeshore, declared in 1966, and is located on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (or the UP as locals calls it). The peninsula is bounded by Lakes Superior and …

Yellowstone is the oldest and perhaps the most famous national park in the United States. It’s home to a shocking variety of natural phenomenon and incredible wildlife. When referring to Yellowstone’s Big Five, it usually means the five large mammals that call the park home- …

That first glimpse of the Tetons is etched in my mind. There are mountains, and then there are mountains! The jagged, windswept peak of Grand Teton is unmistakable, the icon of the national park. Grand Teton is often overshadowed by it’s neighboring park, Yellowstone, but …

The Petrified Forest National Park is located in Arizona, about 90 minutes east of Flagstaff. It’s an overlooked and underappreciated national park, but it offers a surprising array of sights. With over 52,000 acres its home to beautiful desert vistas, thousands of years of history, …

Roswell, New Mexico brings to mind crashed spaceships, aliens, and maybe the TV show. It’s fairly remote, about three hours south of Albuquerque. So, is Roswell worth visiting? Yes! It could be done in a day or two, but we stayed for 2 weeks. It …

There are few sights that will truly take your breath away, but your first glimpse of the Grand Canyon will be one of them. No photos or videos will do it justice. There is something awe inspiring to stand on the rim, the canyon floor …

Badlands National Park is a must in South Dakota. The park is fairly remote, several hours from any city, but there is so much to do in and around the park. It’s one of the most unique landscapes you’ll ever see! For the best of …

Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited parks in the US, and it’s no wonder! From it’s valleys, to it’s alpine lakes, and highest tundra, it offers stunning scenery at every turn. I was already in love with Colorado when we visited …