Summer brings a brutal heat over the Arizona desert and people flock to rivers and lakes around the Phoenix area to find some relief from it. One of the most popular summer activities near Phoenix is taking a float down…
When fall arrives in Montana, parts of the state brighten with the vibrant colors of the larches. Larch trees are a unique conifer species that yellow and lose their needles each winter. We saw our first changing larches during a…
Signs of early autumn began to show in Montana’s mountains. As we drove from Great Falls, we admired the bright changing leaves standing out among the low-hanging fog and rain. We headed towards Seeley Lake, excited to spend a day…
Olympic National Park is packed with incredible mountain views, and hiking up Mount Storm King doesn’t disappoint. This hike includes picturesque mossy forest, a fun climb using ropes, and sweeping views of Lake Crescent as a reward. This is a…
The trail to Marymere Falls gives hikers a chance to experience some of the landscape Olympic National Park is famous for – stunning forests and waterfalls. The trail sits on the northern side of the Olympic Peninsula and is fairly…
Olympic National Park is an adventurer’s paradise, with a variety of landscapes, abundant wildlife, stunning viewpoints, and a range of activities to do there. We put together a basic packing list to help you prepare for your time in the…
Utah draws in swarms of people year round, and for good reason. With the extensive beauty of the vibrant orange desert landscape that meets various lakes, pine forests, and even snow-capped mountains, it’s hard to go wrong with sight seeing…
Of all the hikes we have done in the U.S., the hike to the Golden Cathedral is one of our favorites. We’d say it’s a must see if you happen to be in the Escalante area. It’s hard to find…
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is one of the most remarkable places we’ve camped, and the area is home to endless desert adventures. With many options to choose from, it’s pretty important to have an idea of what you want to…
We awoke as the morning sun began to warm our tent. When it became almost too hot to bear, we stepped outside to begin getting ready for the day ahead. After making breakfast and packing our daypacks, we headed out…
There are so many incredible things to see in Banff National Park that it can be hard to pick which spots to visit if you have limited time. If you find yourself driving down the iconic Icefields Parkway, we definitely…
The forests of Olympic National Park are famous for the massive, moss-covered trees and lush undergrowth. You may have seen photos of thick fog among the trees or golden light beams piercing through the branches – all stunning scenes of…