Spearfish Canyon is a beautiful canyon in the Black Hills of South Dakota that should definitely be added to your itinerary if it hasn’t been already! I wish someone had urged me to visit this place on my first trip to South Dakota. This article will focus mainly on Spearfish Canyon, a Scenic byway in […]
Perhaps you’ve looked at the map of Yellowstone National Park and noticed the massive Yellowstone Lake and wondered, “What can I do at Yellowstone Lake?” Yellowstone Lake is NOT a place to swim; it’s too cold and dangerous for that. But it is a place to boat, fish, take a tour, and have your own […]
Yellowstone is one of the few places in the Lower 48 states with grizzly bears. Many Yellowstone “first-timers” often ask me if Yellowstone is safe to visit. What they really want to know is: How likely is a bear attack? Should I bring bear spray to Yellowstone? If you do any hiking or camping in […]
West Thumb is one of the more popular geyser areas in Yellowstone National Park, and nearby Grant Village offers places to stay, eat, and play. With Lake Yellowstone and plenty of wildlife nearby, you’ll definitely want to consider putting West Thumb on your Yellowstone itinerary! In this article, I’ll cover all you need to know […]
Old Faithful is Yellowstone’s most iconic feature. Bears & bison have both staked their claim to Yellowstone’s symbolism, but they’ve come and gone. True to its name, Old Faithful has always faithfully represented Yellowstone. This area of the park — the southwest portion of the Lower Loop — is the densest collection of geysers and […]
The Madison area isn’t a major stop in Yellowstone, though Madison Valley is quite scenic and is a good place to see wildlife. Though not a “must-see,” Madison is an underappreciated area in Yellowstone National Park. Lamar Valley and Hayden Valley get all the love, but Madison is nice as well! Things to Do in Madison […]
Mammoth Hot Springs is one of the more popular areas in Yellowstone National Park. The park headquarters are located in Mammoth, which is the largest village inside Yellowstone. Mammoth offers abundant wildlife (particularly elk, which roam the streets), a unique and massive geological feature, history, lodging, restaurants, and even a clinic! Welcome to my mom’s […]
1. National Park Tokens This is my favorite way to track the parks we’ve been to. With Wander Club Tokens, 1 token = 1 adventure! They are small enough to fit several on your keychain and I love how they have them for national parks, landmarks, countries, states, cities, and even baseball parks. Save 10% […]
Popular national parks can get crowded during their busy seasons, so it’s important to make the necessary reservations before embarking on your trip. Not all parks have the same requirements when it comes to bookings and reservations, so it’s important to do the research for that specific park. If you’re planning a trip to the […]
A good vacation includes good food! If you’re visiting the Black Hills, you’re in luck, because there are many great restaurants to eat at! There are MANY good places to eat all over the Black Hills; you’re never far away from good food. Custer has the greatest number of popular restaurants, but the most popular […]
