Kenai Fjords National Park is a uniquely wild place and definitely a must-visit destination in Alaska. It was one of our favorite national parks from our trip to visit all of them in 2017. In fact, Kenai Fjords ended up ranking at number 2 when we rated all the national parks from best to worst!…
5 Epic Alaska Hiking & Backpacking Adventures (+ Packing Tips!)
Alaska is jam packed with incredible hiking trails and opportunities for backpacking. I know it’s kind of cliche, but Alaska really does have an untamed wildness about it… and the state has some of the most rugged landscapes in the world. In saying that, you don’t have to be Bear Grylls to have your own…
A Guide to Gates of the Arctic National Park
Today I am sharing a guide to Gates of the Arctic National Park, including hiking tips, photography ideas and fun facts. As part of our 59 National Parks Road Trip, we have been sharing mini guides to each of the parks on the Evolve website. Click here to check out the rest of the guides! A Guide to…
Mini Guide to Lake Clark National Park
Lake Clark was one of my favorite national parks during my road trip to all of them in 2017. I loved it so much that I returned the following year for another backcountry adventure. In this blog post, you will find a mini-guide to exploring Alaska’s Lake Clark National Park. Including hiking tips, itinerary ideas,…
Exploring Bear Country in Katmai National Park, Alaska
Exploring Bear Country in Katmai National Park, Alaska We soar above the wild and rugged Alaskan terrain of Katmai National Park and Preserve. It’s my first time in a float plane and I am surprised at how smooth the ride is considering its tiny size. We land on vibrant aquamarine Naknek Lake and instantly spot…