Looking to visit somewhere new this summer? I’m sharing 10 epic destinations right here in the United States to add to your 2023 summer destination bucket list. Once winter begins to fade away, I always start thinking about my spring and summer adventure plans! Who says you have to travel to the other side of…
National Parks
The United States National Parks System highlights the country's natural beauty, epic landscapes, preserved wildlife habitats, and notable history. There is truly a park for everyone.
Parks Biscayne and Virgin Islands revolve around the marine ecosystem. Parks like Saguaro and White Sands show off the multi-system desert environment. Parks like Carlsbad Caverns and Mammoth Caves, display breathtaking cave systems. Yosemite, Grand Teton, and Mount Rainier offer epic hikes through the mountains. Olympic even has a rainforest!
The parks also do a great job highlighting the history of the area and the people. Parks like Mesa Verde allow visitors to see cliff dwellings up close and imagine living there just like the Native Americans did.
How to Visit Dry Tortugas National Park (Ferry vs. Seaplane + What to Do While There)
Not sure how to visit Dry Tortugas National Park? I’m sharing everything there is to know before visiting, including how to get there (ferry vs. seaplane) and how to spend your day while there. Dry Tortugas National Park is located about 70 miles off the coast of Key West and is one of the most…
How to Hike Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
Are you looking to find more information on how to hike Half Dome? I’m sharing everything there is to know in my guide below, including how to get a permit, what to pack, and my experience tackling this iconic hike. One word to describe Half Dome? Mesmerizing. From the moment you drive into Yosemite National…
Ultimate Guide to Saguaro National Park (+ Two Day Itinerary)
Looking to visit Saguaro National Park? I’m sharing everything there is to know before visiting, including a two-day itinerary, in my Ultimate Guide to Saguaro National Park. Saguaro National Park may get its name from a single species of cactus, but it is so much more than that. Located in the heart of the Sonoran…
Carlsbad Caverns National Park – How to Visit and Best Things to Do
Looking to visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park? I’m sharing everything there is to know before visiting, including the best things to do, in my Ultimate Guide to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. If you ask me, Carlsbad Caverns National Park is one of the most breathtaking places in the world. Located in the Chihuahuan Desert in…
Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Park (+ One Day Itinerary)
Looking to visit White Sands National Park? I’m sharing everything there is to know before visiting, including a one-day itinerary, in my Ultimate Guide to White Sands National Park. White Sands National Park is one of the National Park Service’s hidden gems. Nestled within the Tularosa Basin of the Chihuahuan Desert in Southern New Mexico,…
Ultimate Guide to Petrified Forest National Park (+ One Day Itinerary)
Looking to visit Petrified Forest National Park? I’m sharing everything there is to know before visiting, including a one-day itinerary, in my Ultimate Guide to Petrified Forest National Park. Petrified Forest National Park is one of the most underrated parks in the United States. Spanning across 220,000+ acres right off of Route 66 in Arizona,…
