It’s no secret that I love a good scenic drive. With all of the incredible scenery in the US national parks, there’s no shortage of great scenic drives. While I don’t believe that you should pick your next national park based solely on which park has the best scenic drive (though I’ve done it), it …
Arches National Park is home to some of the most iconic rock formations in Utah. As my mom and I road tripped around Utah, this was one of our favorite national parks. We aren’t alone. Arches National Park is a heavily trafficked park. It’s here that you find the iconic Delicate Arch (which is even …
White Sands National Park in New Mexico looks like something from another planet. The park is a protected area for the gypsum dunes and the white sand that covers this area is just looks unique. You only need one day at White Sands National Park to see the highlights and in this guide, I’ll layout …
Mesa Verde National Park is full of human history. While many national parks focus on hiking, nature, and amazing views, Mesa Verde was the first national park to be dedicated to human history. The big draw of Mesa Verde National Park is the cliff dwellings which are the homes of the Ancestral Pueblo people and …
Located in western Colorado, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is home to some spectacular scenery. With just one day, you have enough time to cover most of the activities on the south rim. Yes, there is more to do than what is just listed in this one day itinerary, but I believe that …
I love visiting national parks across the United States. There is so much beauty and so much diversity that I’ve made it a goal to visit all 63 National Parks in my lifetime. While it seems easy at first glance, planning a budget trip in the United States is tough. Planning a budget trip to …
Many people rank the national parks on their favorite places to visit in the United States. There’s a reason for that. The national parks for full of incredible natural beauty that you won’t find anywhere else. With that natural beauty comes hundreds of miles of hiking trails lacing their way through the parks. If you’re …
Yosemite National Park has so much to offer tourists from epic views to long and exciting hiking trails. You could spend weeks here and never run out of things to do. However, this guide assumes that you only have two days at Yosemite National Park. You’ll be able to see the highlights and venture a …
Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park are adjacent to each other and also managed together. When travelers visit, they’ll likely visit areas in both parks, whether they intend to or not, since it can be difficult to always know which park you are in. While I personally believe each park is worth one …
If you only have one day in Yosemite National Park, you’ll need to do some planning in advance. The top sights are spread out and so to manage your time efficiently, you’ll want to look ahead. Of course, it’s impossible to see everything in just one day at Yosemite, but I understand that not everyone …
