Visiting US National Parks is a big part of travel here in the USA, both for Americans and for visitors. Whether it’s the Grand Canyon or the Everglades, active volcanoes or epic beaches, the National Park System encompasses so much of what makes the United States a beautiful country.
National Parks with kids or as a lone adult are always incredible. From hiking deep into the mountains or coming face to face with an American alligator, maybe exploring the tunnels of historic Spanish forts in Old San Juan or climbing with bats through dripping caverns, National Parks are unforgettable places full of beauty and wonder.
While we haven’t been to every National Park and Historic Site yet, we’re working on it! From Hawaii Volcanoes NP to Dry Tortugas National Park, we’ve got guides for each park we’ve explored. Camping, picnics, hiking and wildlife viewing are some of our favorite things to do anyways, and National Parks are really THE place for all of that!
After 12 visits, we’ve got all the need-to-know Yellowstone National Park tips and tricks for having a great visit. You could just roll into the park on a summer afternoon and hope you can […]
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New York City is a lot of things, and one thing it’s not is boring. Even when visiting NYC with small kids it’s fun and interesting. Us Dads were particularly interested in checking out […]
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Wildlife in Yellowstone National Park is one of the highlights of visiting. This guide includes the best places to see all sorts of wildlife in Yellowstone, and tips for easy sightings.
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Olympic National Park is a year-round hiking destination. Top hiking trail picks from the beaches to the rainforest, and even what to do in winter at Olympic National Park.
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Visiting Zion National Park is doable in any season with helpful information and planning. Tips for using the shuttle, driving, where to stay and best hikes in Zion NP.
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Everything you need to know to visit Washington DC for cherry blossoms. When to visit, where to go and everything else to do in the cultural center of DC.
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Dry Tortugas is one of the least visited National Parks in the USA. Everything you need to know for the ferry to Fort Jefferson, seaplane to Dry Tortugas, camping and visiting from Key West. Best of the Florida Keys.
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National Parks are a great place to enjoy fall colors. From the mountains of Glacier National Park to the hills of the rolling hills of the Blue Ridge Parkway, these are the best National Parks to find autumn leaves and fall fun.
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Hiking in Pinnacles National Park in California is a beautiful and fascinating experience with caves, desert and canyons. A great addition to road trips or a weekend day trip from San Francisco, see how to plan a visit to Pinnacles.
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Camping seems so daunting for some people, either because they don’t have a ton of experience with it or because they don’t know how to enjoy roughing it. We’ve put together our five best, […]
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Easily overlooked, Fort Frederica National Monument is a fun collection of ruins and live oaks to add to a Georgia Coast road trip. See where it’s located, what to do at Fort Frederica and more ideas for St Simons Island.
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Perfect West Coast National Parks road trip plan, from Joshua Tree to Olympic National Park. Stops in the Sierras, Central Oregon, and the best of Washington State’s mountains.
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How to Deal With a Forest Fire or Disaster When Traveling. How to adjust plans and make the most of a situation gone wrong on vacation.
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Visiting Glacier National Park means hiking and wildlife, but it also means crowds in the peak of summer. Here are a bunch of easy things to do near Glacier National Park, some that go […]
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Our 2 Day Best of Yellowstone National Park itinerary: from the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Norris Geysers, Old Faithful and Yellowstone Lake, each itinerary route is its own day in the park and covers the best sights and tips for enjoying driving through Yellowstone National Park.
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Two days’ worth of itineraries for exploring the best sights of Yellowstone National Park: part 2. In this episode we cover two days of traveling through Yellowstone. These two road trip routes go through the northwest corner of the park, stopping at Mammoth Hot Springs, Tower Falls, the Lamar Valley, and our best wildlife viewing tips.
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The most overlooked geysers in Yellowstone National Park aren’t difficult to visit, but most people miss them. See which geysers and hot springs you CAN’T MISS that everyone else does.
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Kings Canyon National Park is beautiful and full of epic trees and view. Visiting Kings Canyon in any season is fun and interesting, but beware of snowy days. Tips and tricks for hiking at Kings Canyon and where to stay (National Park lodge!).
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Everything you need to know to visit Oregon Caves National Monument, including cave tours, hiking trails and details of the Oregon Caves Chateau. Cave Junction, OR is worth the drive for this fascinating road trip stop!
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Joshua Tree National Park is so unique, and hiking during the super bloom is one of the best things to do near Palm Springs. Guide to trails and the best time to visit Joshua Tree NP.
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Everything you need to know about Ruby Beach in Olympic National Park, from how to get there to wildlife to watch for. Best things to do at the Olympic National Park coast.
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The San Francisco Bay Area National Parks sites include breathtaking nature, historic homes, famous WWII sites and more. Perfect for learning about the USA or just enjoying the Bay Area. Explore beaches, the Redwoods and more.
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Best geyser recommendations in Yellowstone National Park. Must-see hot springs and geysers, including many that most people miss when they visit Yellowstone. Tips for easy touring and the best National Park sights.
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A day trip from Bend or a weekend getaway, the Painted Hills are known for the views, the hiking and the geology. Colorful mounds and trails make a unique National Park site and easy trip for any traveler.
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Yosemite National Park is one of the most visited or dreamed about destinations in the United States. Can you blame everyone for wanting to explore the valleys and peaks that are the subject of […]
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The Many Glacier area on the east side of Glacier National Park is one of the best hiking and wildlife destinations in the whole park. Camping, National Park Lodges and boat tours add to this beautiful area. See what you can’t miss and how to relax in Glacier NPS, Montana.
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Fort Matanzas National Monument is an ideal day trip from St Augustine. See how to visit and what to day at this overlooked but MUST-SEE sight.
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Ideal itinerary for a Washington DC day trip, including things to do, what to see, and how to get to DC. Museums and historic sites to visit with kids.
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The Historic Triangle of Virginia includes Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown. This guide leads you through all three, including planning hotels and best ticket prices for historic attractions.
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Yes, you can totally get a good sense of Zion National Park in just one day, but believe me when I say that you’ll leave wanting more. Between the unique, red and yellow and […]
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