Olympic National Park is a popular destination year-round. With miles of beaches, old-growth forests, and snowy mountains, there’s something to do in every season. Is there a bad time to visit, though? That answer really depends on what you are looking for on your trip. The ideal time to visit is mid-May or late September. […]
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument is known for its catastrophic eruption on May 18, 1980. Since then, about 200,000 visitors each year come to see how the landscape has evolved over time. I’ve been traveling to national parks and monuments all over Washington, spending some time at Mount St. Helens as well. In this […]
Olympic National Park is a highly visited park, with close to 3 million visitors annually. Because of the remoteness of the Olympic Peninsula, it can be tricky trying to figure out how to get there. There are two main airports near Olympic National Park, Portland International Airport and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you choose to […]
Olympic National Park is a vast wilderness with close to a million acres to explore. There are endless possibilities here for nature lovers of all types. Whether you like climbing mountains, dramatic coastlines, or dreamy forest hikes, Olympic National Park has it all. I’ve been visiting Olympic National Park for years, and my favorite way […]
Mount Rainier National Park is a volatile, high-alpine environment that receives extreme weather and holds winter snowpack until late June. For the best experience when visiting Mount Rainier, it’s important for you to know when to visit the park. For the best experience, Mount Rainier should be visited in late July to early August when […]
Olympic National Park is a vast park with many areas to explore. If you’re planning on making a drive through Olympic, it can be a little overwhelming trying to plan everything and figuring out where to go and what you need to know. When visiting Olympic, it is helpful to know how to get around […]
Looking for the smell of a campfire? Possibly s’mores with a view under a star-studded Mount Rainier? Mount Rainier has just what you’re looking for, with an array of campgrounds in the area to meet the needs of all different types of campers. The three main campgrounds within Mount Rainier National Park are Cougar Rock, […]
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a narrow canyon that is over 2,000 feet deep. It’s so deep and narrow that some areas never get sunlight. This, as well as the walls being dark, has given it the name Black Canyon. This is a 1/2 day park for most people. It’s mostly a […]
Olympic National Park is known for its dense forests and dramatic ocean views. There are over 200 hiking trails in the park, each offering a different perspective. Whether you’re looking for old-growth forests, beach hikes, or mountain views, Olympic National Park has something to satisfy every traveler. I’ve been traveling to Olympic National Park for […]
Heading to Colorado and want to see one of the tallest peaks in the US? The Pikes Peak Cog Railway will get you there, all while giving you amazing views! The Pikes Peak Cog Train transports hundreds of guests every day from the town of Manitou Springs, Colorado, to the summit of Pikes Peak. The […]
