How to Hike to Alberta Falls + Tips & FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Looking to hike to Alberta Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park? While I love to challenge myself hiking, every now and then it’s nice to take an easy stroll in nature and simply enjoy being outside–which is one of the things I like best about hiking in…
10 Best Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering what you shouldn’t miss when you are visiting Yellowstone National Park? Larger than the size of Delaware and Rhode Island combined, seeing everything you want to in Yellowstone can be a challenge. I have visited this park countless times, and there are still things I’ve missed…
How Many Days in Zion National Park? + FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering how many days to spend in Zion National Park? Zion is one of those national parks that you could spend years exploring and still not fully appreciate. Between nearly 150 miles of hiking trails, the famous scenic drive, and the hidden gems that usually you discover…
How to Hike Breakneck Ridge + Tips & FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Looking to take on the Breakneck Ridge hike? When I was living in Brooklyn a few years ago, I was constantly seeking nearby escapes from the city that didn’t require hours of driving. Breakneck Ridge became my go-to hike—it’s only about an hour north of the city…
10 Times When You Should Turn Around Hiking
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Not sure when you should turn back while hiking? While it’s never fun to start out a hike and feel as though you need to turn around, there are definitely times when this is necessary. I’m very stubborn when it comes to finishing the hiking trails I…
When Should I Enter Yellowstone National Park? + FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering what time you should get to the entrance of Yellowstone National Park? As one of the NPS’s busiest parks, knowing when to enter Yellowstone can make your trip much more pleasant, especially if you have limited time and want to get the most out of your…
Granite Park Chalet: What You Need to Know + Tips & FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Planning to stay at Granite Park Chalet in Glacier National Park? I’ve done some pretty amazing things in Glacier, but one of my absolute favorites is scoring reservations at the chalets. Granite Park was built in 1914, and there is something incredible about knowing you are staying…
How Many Days in Grand Teton National Park? + FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering how many days you should spend in Grand Teton National Park? In planning others’ national park trips, Grand Teton National Park is the one that visitors usually underestimate how much time they will need to explore. While you can certainly get an overview in one day,…
10 Best National Parks to Visit in the Summer
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering which are the best national parks to visit in the summer? Summer is usually when Daniel and I hit the road and head to our national parks. Since we’re big hikers, we love to hit the trail during this time of year. However, we also love…
10 Tips for Hiking at Altitude
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Planning on taking on a tough hike at a high altitude? Some of my absolute favorite hikes are at a higher altitude, including the Everest Basecamp trek, Inca Trail, and many others. But hiking at a higher elevation means that you are likely to find breathing–let alone…
Are There Any Restaurants in Arches National Park?
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering where to grab a meal in Arches National Park? Not sure where you are planning to grab lunch in Arches? The truth is that there are no restaurants within the park boundaries. While this can mean that you have to some additional planning when it comes…
How Many Days in Yellowstone National Park? + FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering how many days you should spend in Yellowstone National Park? Yellowstone is absolutely massive—we’re talking 2.2 million acres spanning three states—and honestly, you could spend months exploring and still not see everything this incredible park has to offer. My dad was obsessed with Yellowstone when I…
How to Choose a Fleece for Hiking + FAQs
This post is sponsored by adidas. All content and opinions are my own. Wondering what you should know when choosing the right hiking fleece? While I always want to make sure that I have the right gear for every aspect of hiking, having the right fleece has been essential on many adventures. Depending on the…
How to Hike Mount Bierstadt + Tips & FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Looking to take on Mount Bierstadt and reach the summit? When Daniel, Gravy, and I took our road trip through Colorado, one of the things we wanted to make sure to do was attempt a 14er. After doing some research on which ones were along our route…
Why You Shouldn’t Visit the National Parks During a Government Shutdown
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Is it a good idea to visit the national parks during a government shutdown? I’ve had a number of people ask me recently if they should reconsider their national park trip during a government shutdown, and the answer from me is an overwhelming “yes.” While it can…
How Many Days in Glacier National Park? + FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Wondering how many days to spend in Glacier National Park? Honestly? You could spend an entire lifetime exploring Glacier and never get to see it all. Even growing up right by there, there is still so much more to see–I know I will never have the chance…
How to Hike to Taggart Lake + Tips & FAQs
This post is sponsored by adidas. All content and opinions are my own. Looking to add the Taggart Lake hike in Grand Teton National Park to your list? While I love challenging myself and taking on a tough hike, every now and then it’s nice to get on a trail with some incredible scenery that…
How to Hike to Redrock Falls in Glacier National Park + Tips & FAQs
This guide contains affiliate links to trusted partners. Looking into hiking the Redrock Falls hike in Many Glacier? Sometimes, the best hikes aren’t the ones that are the most difficult. In fact, one of the best hikes in Glacier National Park is one of the easiest, in my opinion. The Redrock Falls hike has been…