The Grove of the Patriarchs: old growth forest hiking in Mt Rainier National Park
We’ve got another great, easy hike with kids to share! Our favorite hikes take us places with sweeping views and unusual sights, but we also love huge trees. The Hoh …
National Parks
Camping at Kalaloch and exploring Olympic National Park
The Pacific Northwest is a dream destination for so many. Sure, we have our rain and grey skies, but we also have incredible mountains, beaches and forests. Olympic National Park …
Exploring the Hoh Rainforest in Olympic National Park
Unless you grew up in the Pacific Northwest you probably think right away of tropical destinations when you hear the term “rainforest.” We actually have several protected, temperate rainforests here …
Sequoia National Park with Kids: best hikes and activities in the woods
Sequoia National Park with kids is one of the most enjoyable and unique National Parks for hiking on the West Coast. Epic forests, petroglyphs and colorful trees make it an unforgettable destination.
Silver Falls, Mt Rainier Nat’l Park: not to be missed
We’re going to do a stereotypical and highly ridiculous thing. A lot of writers will tell you about the “only sight you need to see in…” or the “absolute most …
West Coast Road Trip Itinerary: lighthouses and National Parks
Growing up in Washington with family in both northern and southern California, the West Coast road trip was guaranteed at least once per year… if not three times. This meant …
Hiking Hetch Hetchy: the unknown Yosemite National Park
Going off the beaten path is something so many travelers strive for. You know that we’re usually traveling with kids, so we try to experience the less-crowded areas of the …
Rustic heaven at the Chateau at the Oregon Caves
If you know me (Rob, Hi!) you know that I use the word “magical” in 50% of my sentences… and so does Oliver… because he’s my mini-me. Blame it on …
A stop at the Golden Gate Bridge: an American icon
Ooh, we love a good tourist attraction. Not a tourist trap, but a genuine attraction. Of all of the classic American icons a few really stand out: the Statue of …
The Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite National Park
It was so great to stay in lodges on our #2TDgoparks2016 roadtrip. After several days of snow chains and foiled hiking plans it was nice to arrive at the Tenaya …
Staying at John Muir Lodge in Kings Canyon National Park
After a few days of battling the fog and snow in Sequoia National Park we took the short drive to cross the border into Kings Canyon National Park. Like with …
A day at Kennesaw Mountain: Georgia history and nature
We’ve been to Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield a few times now. It’s one of those places that has both historical significance and modern day appeal. What? What sort of appeal …
The Beautiful Waterfalls of Mount Rainier National Park
There are few things that we’re just suckers for: lighthouses, bathrobes, and waterfalls. When you’re heading to the mountains to go hiking, you can only count on getting one of …
National Parks: The Swag that Get Kids Excited to Learn
So, you know we love our National Parks. One of the most fun things we do when we go to a National Park, and this might sound kind of strange …