Tag: national parks
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A Winter Day Wandering Jackson Hole & Grand Teton {Wyoming}
After a few days at home and carving turns on the slopes of Brighton, we packed up and pointed the car north toward Wyoming. While most people are done with winter by this time of year—chasing sunshine and warmer temperatures—we were heading straight back into the snow. We wanted mountains dusted in white. We wanted…
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Five Favorites: Rocky Trails Around the World
There’s something about a rocky trail that feels different from any other path. Maybe it’s the way the terrain slows you down, asking you to watch each step, or the way the landscape seems to rise up around you, pulling you into it. Over the years, I’ve found that many of my favorite hikes are…
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5 Fascinating Places Connected to Past Civilizations
A Collection of unforgettable places where ancient civilizations, cultures, and stories still eave visible traces across the world. There is something fascinating about standing in a place where traces of an ancient civilization still remain. Whether it is ruins scattered across a hillside, artifacts preserved behind glass, or landscapes that once held thriving communities, these…
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Snowy Hoodoos at Bryce Canyon National Park {Utah}
After our drive through Zion National Park, we continued along the scenic route toward our next stop in Utah’s famous “Mighty 5” national parks. Known as the Utah “High 5,” these five parks are some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States—and Bryce Canyon National Park has always been one of my personal…
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Driving Through Zion National Park {Utah}
Just outside of St. George sits Zion National Park, Utah’s first national park and one of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest. Utah is home to five national parks—often called the “Mighty 5” or Utah’s “High 5”—and Zion is the largest of them all, covering nearly 500,000 acres of canyons, cliffs, rock formations,…
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Driving Through Yoho National Park in Winter {British Columbia}
A winter drive through Yoho National Park revealed snow-covered peaks, quiet mountain scenery, and a park that left us eager to return. Here’s what we discovered on a scenic day trip from Banff.
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Johnston Canyon Ice Walk: Hiking Through the Canyon in Winter {Alberta}
The Johnston Canyon ice walk is one of the most unforgettable winter hikes in Banff National Park. Walk through frozen waterfalls, narrow canyon walls, and icy caves while experiencing the dramatic beauty of the Canadian Rockies in winter.
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Exploring Banff in Winter: A Walk Through the Mountain Town{Alberta}
Banff is more than a gateway to the Canadian Rockies—it’s a destination in its own right. In winter, the town transforms into a cozy mountain village filled with historic sites, river walks, museums, and charming streets. This post explores what it’s like to spend a day wandering through Banff beyond the famous viewpoints.
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A Spontaneous California Road Trip: Lake Tahoe, Lassen Volcanic National Park & the Adventure We Never Planned
What started as a road trip to Yellowstone turned into an unforgettable California adventure. Join us as we explore Lake Tahoe and Lassen Volcanic National Park and discover why the best travel memories often come from unexpected detours.
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Exploring National Parks & Protected Places Around the World
National parks are not limited to one country. Explore eight incredible protected places around the world that showcase the landscapes, history, and natural wonders that make our planet worth exploring.