What is the Best Entry to Grand Teton? Grand Teton’s 4 Entrances

If you have never been to Grand Teton National Park, you may be wondering, what’s the best entrance to use? In fact, you may not be aware that there are multiple entrances! But don’t worry! We have been visiting Grand National Park for years and are here to help! Grand Teton National Park has three […]
10 Can’t-Miss Hikes in Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton is one of the best national parks to hike in. It contains so much variety, from hiking around lakes and ponds to going through wet meadows and sagebrush plains and eventually making your way into beautiful alpine forests and mountain peaks that Grand Teton National Park is famous for. I’m Cheryl and I […]
The Best (and Worst) Times of Year to Visit Grand Teton

If you are a national park enthusiast, Grand Teton National Park is probably on your bucket list. But the type of experience you will have with this park will vary dramatically by when you visit. Wildlife, wildflowers, lodging options, hikes, rafting, and even roads being open are all affected by the weather. The best time […]
Driving in Yosemite: 10 Things You Need to Know

A super common question a lot of visitors have before visiting Yosemite is, what is the best way to get around? Having a car or RV is pivotal in being able to see all that Yosemite has to offer. Yosemite Valley has the highest concentration of shuttles in the park, but the other sections are […]
How to Float the Merced River in Yosemite National Park

Floating the Merced River is by far one of my favorite activities to do within Yosemite National Park. This super scenic and relaxing activity is one of the best ways to see the valley floor, with the added bonus that it can be at no or low cost! This is the perfect addition to all […]
Driving in Grand Teton: 10 Things You Need to Know

Grand Teton is a spectacular national park! Jagged mountain peaks, wildlife, amazing photo opportunities, and enough recreation to entertain outdoor enthusiasts for days. But Grand Teton is high altitude with snowfall and mountain roads. One of the most common questions we get asked is, what is it like to drive in Grand Teton? Grand Teton […]
How Many Days Should I Visit the Black Hills? 3, 4, & 5 Day Itinerary + Maps

The Black Hills is one of my very favorite vacations! There’s wildlife, caves, cool drives, mountain lakes, prairies, quirky roadside shops, historic sites, and of course Mount Rushmore! You’ll never run out of things to do. Four days is the perfect amount of time to visit the Black Hills. This allows you to see all […]
Paradise Inn: An Honest Review

Paradise Inn, “One of the Great Lodges of the West,” as its website proclaims, sits below Mount Rainier with direct access to the renowned Skyline Trail. It’s known to be a rustic experience and expensive, but it’s the one lodge in Paradise with an unbeatable location. So is it worth staying there? Paradise Inn is […]
The Best (and Worst Times) to Visit the Black Hills and Mount Rushmore

Few destinations match the Black Hills for the variety of things to do. With 6 national parks and monuments, the incredible Custer State Park, the old West Town of Deadwood, and the quirky town of Wall Drug, plus dozens of tourist activities, there is something for everyone. But when is the best time of year […]
How Many Days to Visit Bryce Canyon: 1 & 2 Day Itinerary + Maps & Must-Sees

Bryce Canyon is one of my very favorite national parks! Its hoodoos are so unique; there’s excellent hiking, cool star parties, great drives, and fun recreation. One to two days is the perfect amount of time to visit Bryce Canyon. Staying overnight allows guests to see a sunset, view the stars, and see a sunrise. […]