Table of Contents View of Mouse Tank Road in Valley of Fire Valley of Fire State Park: Home to Mouse Tank Road and the Fire Wave Valley of Fire State Park gets its name from the sandstone formations found in the park and covers nearly 46,000 acres of land in Nevada. The park is gaining…
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10 Best Places to Visit in West Virginia
The Best Places to Visit in Wild and Wonderful West Virginia Home to the vast Monongahela National Forest, picturesque Blackwater Falls State Park, and the newly minted New River Gorge National Park, West Virginia is an underrated, hidden gem. I didn’t know what to expect the first time I visited West Virginia. Now after visiting a handful…
Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks Ultimate 3 Day Itinerary
Planning Guide and Itinerary for Zion and Bryce Canyon National Park Deserts, canyons, mountains, red rock formations, hoodoos, you can find all of these and more packed into a total of 5 national parks that make up southern Utah. It’s no wonder this region hits record breaking numbers of visitors each year with Zion and…
Denver & Rocky Mountain National Park: 3 Packed Days Exploring the Best of Colorado
With Denver being a bustling city and Rocky Mountain National Park only a short drive away, it’s easy to see why Colorado has become a top destination for city lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. I spent a 4 day weekend covering as much ground as possible and was enamored by all that Colorado had to…
Backpacking in Denali National Park: 13 Must-Know Tips for First-Timers
Want to experience the ultimate wilderness adventure? Well, look no further than a backpacking trip in Denali National Park, Alaska. About the size of Vermont with no marked trails and a very limited number of backcountry camping allowed, Denali will test even the most seasoned outdoors(wo)man. If well prepared, though, backpacking in Denali National park’s…
