Seattle is often affectionately called “The Emerald City”, with lots of lush greenery in and around the city. Urban trails, nature parks, and stunning mountain views make the city itself a great place to be outside. Seattle is also surrounded by incredible hiking trails that any hiker should want to explore! There’s truly a trail…
How To Find Free Campsites Across The USA
Utilizing free camping around the USA is a budget-friendly and convenient way to take road trips! Not only can it help cut back on travel costs, but staying at free campsites typically provides gorgeous views, solitude from other people, and a quick way to make an overnight stop while on the road. There are many…
Ultimate Utah National Parks Road Trip: Explore Utah’s Mighty 5
One of the best and most classic American vacations is a Utah National Parks road trip. Utah’s ‘Mighty 5’ consists of five absolutely incredible national parks: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Arches, and Canyonlands. Each park is bursting with natural beauty and ample things to do. This Utah national parks itinerary can be catered to…
14 Amazing Things To Do in Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park has it all – beautiful coastline, lush rain forests, and soaring mountains. It’s one of my favorite national parks in North America, and probably one of my most frequently visited! The Olympic Peninsula is full of natural beauty, diversity, and endless things to do. So, to help you plan an epic trip…
Epic Big Sur Road Trip Itinerary: Explore California’s Pacific Coast
I had heard stories about California’s famous Big Sur road trip and always wondered if it would live up to the hype. But after visiting all I can say is… you need to put this road trip on your bucket list! Visit California’s rugged Pacific coast, drive down Big Sur along Highway 1, see some…
18 Incredible Beginner Friendly Hikes in Washington
One of the questions I get asked most frequently is about my recommendations for Washington hikes. In particular, which trails I suggest for beginners and people just getting started hiking. So I have put together this blog post featuring the 18 BEST beginner friendly hikes in Washington State! Some of them I would consider easy Washington hikes and…
Ultimate Redwood National Park Itinerary and Guide
Redwood National Park is home to some of the tallest trees on the entire planet. How cool is that? In addition, Redwood has almost 40 miles of rugged California coastline and plenty of beautiful rivers running through forests. There are even dry prairies to the east. In this Redwood National Park guide, I’m sharing my…
9 Best National Parks to Visit in Spring
Spring is a beautiful time all around the country, but is it a good time to visit our national parks? The answer is yes, well… mostly! Not every national park is at its best during the spring, but for most of them, spring provides perfect conditions for travelers stoked to get out after a long…
9 Spring Travel Destinations to Inspire Your Next Trip
Spring is a wonderful time to travel! You can visit popular destinations before summer crowds set in, while the weather isn’t too hot yet, and when prices are still relatively affordable. If you’re anything like me then you are more than ready to throw off the cobwebs of winter and experience some much needed sunshine!…
9 Absolute Best Things To Do in Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park ranks high on many travel bucket lists, and I have to agree! Acadia is the only national park in New England and it boasts many unique features to make it worth a visit. With rugged cliffs of granite along the coast and miles of forested trails, this Maine gem is the perfect…