National Parks are a treasure that everyone should see. Snow-capped mountains, picturesque beaches, lakes, deserts, and boreal forests are protected for generations to come. In every corner of the country, your next adventure awaits.
What if you have arrived in Maui and you can’t sleep due to the time change? Well, you might as well get up and go to Haleakalā National Park. Watch the sunrise on the summit or go on a Haleakalā sunrise hike to bask in the glow as the sun comes up at 10,023 feet!…
Planning a dream vacation to Maui? This 7 days in Maui itinerary covers the best the island has to offer, from watching the sunrise from the summit of a 10,000-foot dormant volcano to snorkeling with green sea turtles, driving the legendary Road to Hana, hiking through a bamboo forest, and ending the week with an…
If you’re looking for a great place in Yosemite National Park off the beaten path, a visit to Hetch Hetchy is just what you need. This day includes a breathtaking morning hike around the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir to Wapama Falls. This short and easy hike is a great way to end your visit to Yosemite…
Looking for a guide on the Mist Trail, Yosemite National Park? We’re glad you’re here! A visit to Yosemite National Park is not complete without a visit to Vernal and Nevada Falls. On Day 3 of your epic trip to Yosemite National Park, complete one of the most popular trails in the park and visit…
Looking for all the details on the Cathedral Lakes Hike, Yosemite National Park? Spend a day visiting Tuolumne Meadows and hiking to Upper Cathedral Lake and Lower Cathedral Lake. Yosemite National Park has it all! Epic views, amazing hikes, great wildlife, and more. Learn more about the amazing hike to Upper and Lower Cathedral Lakes….
Looking for everything you need to know about the hike to Upper Yosemite Falls? You’ve found the right guide. This is one of the oldest trails in Yosemite National Park, built sometime around 1873-1877. It climbs 3,300 feet over 8 miles round trip to the brink of North America’s tallest waterfall and beyond to Yosemite…
If you’re looking for some great hiking in Kings Canyon National Park, you’ve made it to the right place! By spending 1 or 2 days at this magnificent national park, you can hike and see some of the best spots. As part of our epic 16-day road trip in Central California, we recommend exploring Kings…
If Highway 180 is open into Kings Canyon, you must go! Our Kings Canyon National Park itinerary will take you on an adventure to Mist Falls, Zumwalt Meadows, Roaring River Falls, and Grizzly Falls. Plan an unforgettable trip of your own to these three must-see waterfalls at Kings Canyon National Park. As part of our…
If you are looking for a great hike in Sequoia National Park, you have reached the right place! Hit the trails and visit the giants up close and personal. First, see if you can spot a black bear in the wildflower-filled meadows along the Big Trees Trail. Then, head to the General Sherman Tree and…
Walk amongst the giants and use our Sequoia National Park itinerary to plan an unforgettable trip of your own. Having spent 2 days at this park, these are the top sights to see during your visit. Spend your first day hiking the Moro Rock Trail through the forest and climbing Moro Rock. Then, visit Tunnel…
Channel Islands National Park is located off the coast of Ventura, CA. Take an amazing Channel Islands day trip to Anacapa Island as part of your road trip through Central California. Okay, okay, Ventura is a bit more south than central, but adhering to our 16-day California itinerary, we made it our mission to visit,…
I don’t know if you have heard or read this online before, but we have seen folks say that Pinnacles National Park isn’t worth visiting. What?! We think otherwise! Yes, maybe it’s not as grand as Yosemite National Park, but it still deserves to be on the list. The best hike in Pinnacles National Park…
Planning a California National Parks itinerary? This 16-day road trip, essentially 2 weeks on the ground, covers five of California‘s most spectacular national parks in one sweeping loop through Central California: Pinnacles, Channel Islands, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, and Yosemite. Add in wine country, Muir Woods, Alcatraz, and San Francisco, and you have one of the…
If you are visiting Key West, you can’t miss a Dry Tortugas National Park day trip. Learn about the adventure to Dry Tortugas on the Yankee Freedom and what you should do immediately once you arrive. We discuss what to expect on your trip and what to bring with you as well. Let’s set sail!…
The best way to explore Biscayne National Park is to get out on the water. Get the details below on the ultimate Biscayne National Park tour! You will spend a full day on the crystal-clear blue waters of Biscayne Bay. Sail out to sea with your captain and small group. Then, explore one of the…