Exploring the Westfjords: Iceland’s Best-Kept Secret The Westfjords of Iceland, one of the country’s most stunning yet underrated regions, evoke a sense of remoteness and adventure that’s hard to find elsewhere. While Iceland is a top travel destination teeming with tourists, the Westfjords remain delightfully off the beaten path. Despite the influx of visitors to…
Exploring National Parks in the Western United States: A Natural Adventure The Western United States boasts some of the most breathtaking National Parks in the country. These parks offer a variety of landscapes, from alpine lakes and towering peaks to ancient forest, granite cliffs, fascinating trees, and historical sites. Spread from Western Colorado to California,…
Nevada is home to four nationally administered park sites and three significant national trails. These parks showcase a rich variety of ecosystems, ranging from high alpine regions and scorching deserts to fossil beds and lakes. The trails not only offer stunning landscapes but also delve into the area’s vibrant history, from early pioneers to more…
Discover Nicodemus National Historic Site Step back in time at Nicodemus National Historic Site, the last remaining western town established by freed African American settlers during the Reconstruction Period. Drawn by the promise of land in the free state of Kansas, African Americans migrated westward in search of a brighter future. History of Nicodemus *Journey…
Founded in 1919, Scottsbluff National Monument is a historically significant site that served as a key landmark along the Oregon, California, and Pony Express Trails. Often mentioned in diaries and journals of the time, it remains a place rich in history and natural beauty. Discover Scotts Bluff National Monument “Go West, young man, and grow…
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Minneapolis to Yellowstone, showcasing the finest attractions along the quickest route, cutting through North Dakota and Montana. This adventure also offers an optional detour to the Grand Teton National Park. Prefer the South Dakota route? Check out our alternative road trip! Whether you have a couple of days or…
Welcome to our guide on how to get to Glacier National Park! This post is all about travel logistics and planning your trip, rather than the activities you can do at the park, which we cover in another article. Our aim here is to help you navigate your way to this stunning location in Northwest…
Discover one of the newest additions to the National Park Service: Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, nestled in the northern woods of Maine near Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin, the highest peak in the state and a famed terminus for the Appalachian Trail. While this national monument doesn’t have direct access to Baxter…