Picking the right campground is a key step in planning an epic trip to Yosemite. Your lodging shapes how much you’ll have to drive around the park and therefore impacts how much of the park you can see during your stay. It also affects how comfortable your stay will be and locks in your trip…
Hiking challenges can be a great experience for anyone looking to spend more time outside or set ambitious goals. Whether you’re a beginner hiker or have lots of experience on the trail, you’ll reap tons of benefits from taking on a hiking challenge. Not only are hiking challenges excellent for your physical and mental wellbeing,…
The only thing sweeter than seeing a rare sunrise or sunset in Seattle is watching it from a mountaintop. Luckily there are plenty of hikes near Seattle from which you can watch the sun rise or set. I’ve hiked lots of the trails near Seattle. Here are my recommendations for great sunrise and sunset hikes…
There are tons of waterfall hikes in upstate South Carolina. In fact, there are so many waterfalls in the Palmetto State that it can be overwhelming to narrow down which waterfall hike to do! I’ve put together this list of waterfall hikes so you can spend less time scouring the internet and more time out…
If you’re looking for a campground near Mt. Airy, NC, you have plenty of options to choose from. Here is a list of 10 campgrounds that are super close to Mt. Airy. All of these campgrounds are within a 30-minute drive of the city. So whether you’re looking for a campground for a quick weekend…
If you need an Instagram caption for your weekly #WaterfallWednesday post, look no further. I look forward to seeing a cascade of waterfall photos on my feed every Wednesday, but it can be difficult to come up with a new caption about waterfalls every single week. I put together this list of waterfall quotes and…
Driving through Joshua Tree National Park can be a great way to see the park’s highlights in a day. Some of the most popular activities at Joshua Tree National Park are rock climbing and stargazing, but if you aren’t into either of those hobbies, driving through the park can be the best way to make…
If you’re looking for a campground with a lake in New Jersey, you’re in the right place. Lakefront campgrounds are wonderful places to go if you enjoy activities like swimming, boating, or fishing while you camp. I’ve put together this list of campgrounds with lakes so you can spend less time researching and more time…
Joshua Tree National Park is one of the best places in the world for stargazing. It is designated as an International Dark Sky park, meaning the park has undertaken efforts to protect its dark skies and has exceptional starry nights. Stargazing is an activity that can’t be missed on any trip to Joshua Tree National…
Yosemite National Park has over 750 miles of trails. Luckily this includes plenty of short, family-friendly trails. Hikers of all skill levels will find a hike to enjoy in this national park. I’ve put together this list of easy hikes all throughout Yosemite National Park. The list consists of a variety of destinations and landscapes….
