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National Parks, Destinations, Hiking, The Great Outdoors

12 Best Short & Easy Hikes in Yosemite National Park

A boardwalk trail section of one of the easy hikes in Yosemite Valley, surrounded by fall foliage and waterfalls

With Half Dome, El Capitan, and a section of the PCT, it’s easy to wonder if there are any easy hikes in Yosemite. YES – and some of the easiest lead to the park’s best views! Keep reading to learn about the best easy, short trails in Yosemite. Yosemite National Park is home to some of the most revered and recognizable landscapes in the entire world. With enormous granite rock[...]

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Travel Tips, Destinations, Hiking, The Great Outdoors

The Wave Arizona Lottery: Winning a Permit in 2023

Two people standing inside "The Wave" after winning The Wave Arizona lottery

Interested in learning how to win a permit in The Wave Arizona lottery? Read insider tips that could help you beat the odds from someone who's done it β€” twice.

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Unique Stays, Destinations, National Parks, Travel

Unforgettable Yellowstone Glamping: Yellowstone Tipis

An aerial view of the colorful tipis and the surrounding valley and mountains at a Yellowstone glamping resort

A trip to Yellowstone National Park is bucket list-worthy in itself, but one way to make it even more memorable is to experience Yellowstone glamping. At Yellowstone Tipis, you’ll stay in an authentic canvas tipi with plenty of upscale amenities, while being just steps from the park.Β  Yellowstone National Park is home to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes, spectacular nat[...]

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Camping, Destinations, The Great Outdoors

Telluride Camping Guide + 10 Epic Campsites Near Telluride

A green and white popup camper next to a lake in front of the mountains at one of the nicest campsites near Telluride

Whether you’re looking to hike, go off-roading, fish, swim, or simply relax, it doesn’t get much better than Telluride camping. Home to some of Colorado’s most breathtaking landscapes and noticeably quieter than other destinations throughout the state, campsites near Telluride have something for every type of camper.Β  Telluride is a spectacularly beautiful, historic mining town n[...]

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Destinations, The Great Outdoors, Travel

7 Spectacular Waterfalls in Costa Rica You Need to See

A bright blue pool in the rainforest with one of the prettiest waterfalls in Costa Rica flowing into it

Costa Rica is a world-renowned hub of adventure and jaw-dropping scenery. Its coastline, volcanoes, and national parks are impressive, but the waterfalls in Costa Rica will really wow you.

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Hiking, Destinations, National Parks

Half Dome Lottery Guide | Hike the Epic Cables Route

Half Dome, as seen between a perfect frame of trees

As a travel writer who’d written about Half Dome many times before hiking it myself, I know a LOT about the ins and outs of the route, as well as the Half Dome lottery and permit system. This guide outlines everything you need to know! Yosemite is one of the world’s most revered national parks, and Half Dome is one of its most iconic landmarks β€” not to mention one of its best, mo[...]

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Destinations, Travel, Unique Stays

Alyeska Hideaway | Charming Log Cabins in Alaska

A Jeep parked in front of the Glacier Cabin at Alyeska Hideaway Cabins

The Alyeska Hideaway cabins in Girdwood are perfect for a mountain getaway. Learn more about these log cabins in Alaska, including how to book!

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The Great Outdoors, Destinations, National Parks, Travel Tips

Essential Guide to the 2023 National Parks Annual Pass

A hand holding the 2023 National Parks Annual Pass at Bryce Canyon

If you're an outdoor enthusiast (or looking for a gift for one!), the National Parks Annual Pass, AKA the America the Beautiful Pass, is the holy grail. This guide breaks down everything you could possibly want to know about it, including where to get it and how much it costs. Are you a National Parks Annual Pass holder?If not, and you're one of the 327.5 million people who visited a n[...]

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Unique Stays, Destinations

Fun & Unique Places to Stay in Florida: Kokomo Farms

The "Dreamers Romantic Treehouse" at Kokomo Farms, one of the most unique places to stay in Florida

If you’re someone (like us!) who enjoys bucking tradition and getting off the beaten path, we found your next getaway. Kokomo Farms is one of the most unique places to stay in Florida, with a variety of accommodations, rescued farm animals, and a location near several natural springs!

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Destinations, Hiking, The Great Outdoors

Grewingk Glacier | Unforgettable Alaska Glacier Hike

Grewingk Glacier across Kachemak Bay, with pink fireweed in the foreground

The hike to Grewingk Glacier in Kachemak Bay State Park near Homer is remote, rewarding, and stunningly beautiful. Being so close to an active glacier is breathtaking! To help you prepare for this lesser-known Alaska glacier hike, we’ve put together this detailed trail guide.Β  A glacier hike near Homer that includes dense rainforest, frequent wildlife sightings, a mandatory water ta[...]

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Hi, I’m Taryn!

Hi, I’m Taryn!

I travel extensively, I kinda like to hike and think of myself as "outdoorsy," and I'm a wannabe photographer. I'm glad you're here and hope you'll stay awhile!

Let’s connect on Instagram!

Heading to Glacier or the Flathead Valley this summer? This is theeeee best unique Airbnb! 

The luxury safari treehouse tent is perched high overlooking Flathead Lake (with views from bed!), and it comes with soooo many extras!

πŸ₯΅ sauna
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🚿 outdoor shower
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It's near Bigfork, about 1 hour from West Glacier and 25 minutes from Kalispell - perfect basecamp for exploring Glacier Country! Don't miss dinner and drinks 🍻  with a view at The Raven, right up the street.

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Heading to Glacier or the Flathead Valley this summer? This is theeeee best unique Airbnb! The luxury safari treehouse tent is perched high overlooking Flathead Lake (with views from bed!), and it comes with soooo many extras! πŸ₯΅ sauna πŸ’¦ cold plunge 🚿 outdoor shower πŸ”₯ wood-burning stove It's near Bigfork, about 1 hour from West Glacier and 25 minutes from Kalispell - perfect basecamp for exploring Glacier Country! Don't miss dinner and drinks 🍻 with a view at The Raven, right up the street. . . . . . . . #montanagram #flatheadvalley #glamping #treehouse #uniquestays #airbnbexperience #glaciernationalpark #montana #glacier #wheretonext
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The answer: a complete lack of PEOPLE! 

If you've ever been to Glacier in the summer, you know this is a rare sight.

Well, sorta...in order to beat the crowds, all you have to do is deviate from the well-beaten path a bit. Do I sound like a broken record yet? πŸ€ͺ 

This video was taken on a gorgeous Saturday morning at the Camas Road entrance headed up to North Fork (home of Polebridge and spectacular Bowman & Kintla Lakes). Just 35 minutes away, Apgar Village/West Glacier/Lake Mcdonald were slammed with people.

The attractions and sites you see listed as the 'best' in national parks (and other popular places) are absolutely worth seeing. However, I strongly encourage you to plan your itinerary to hit the most popular sites at off-peak times (sunrise or late afternoon), and spend peak hours off the beaten path. This video is proof of why! 

➑️ Reminder that Glacier, like many other parks, requires advance reservations for entry this summer. The west side entrances are now through September 10, and the east side entrance requirements start July 1. 

➑️ Very important! You need reservations for the specific entrance station you plan to visit! You can't go to North Fork if you got a reservation for St. Mary, etc.

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#glaciernationalpark #glaciercountry #montanagram #montana #montanamoment #glacier #northfork #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkobsessed
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The answer: a complete lack of PEOPLE! If you've ever been to Glacier in the summer, you know this is a rare sight. Well, sorta...in order to beat the crowds, all you have to do is deviate from the well-beaten path a bit. Do I sound like a broken record yet? πŸ€ͺ This video was taken on a gorgeous Saturday morning at the Camas Road entrance headed up to North Fork (home of Polebridge and spectacular Bowman & Kintla Lakes). Just 35 minutes away, Apgar Village/West Glacier/Lake Mcdonald were slammed with people. The attractions and sites you see listed as the 'best' in national parks (and other popular places) are absolutely worth seeing. However, I strongly encourage you to plan your itinerary to hit the most popular sites at off-peak times (sunrise or late afternoon), and spend peak hours off the beaten path. This video is proof of why! ➑️ Reminder that Glacier, like many other parks, requires advance reservations for entry this summer. The west side entrances are now through September 10, and the east side entrance requirements start July 1. ➑️ Very important! You need reservations for the specific entrance station you plan to visit! You can't go to North Fork if you got a reservation for St. Mary, etc. . . . . . #glaciernationalpark #glaciercountry #montanagram #montana #montanamoment #glacier #northfork #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkobsessed
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⚠️☠️ WARNING ☠️⚠️

It's June 1, which means it's officially that time of year when this account becomes a Montana fan page.

Kidding, kidding...

Or am I? Not really. πŸ€ͺ 

πŸ“ 'The Blind' @thehohnstead
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⚠️☠️ WARNING ☠️⚠️ It's June 1, which means it's officially that time of year when this account becomes a Montana fan page. Kidding, kidding... Or am I? Not really. πŸ€ͺ πŸ“ 'The Blind' @thehohnstead
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Dome is where the heart is ❀️

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Dome is where the heart is ❀️ πŸ“ @littlevillageretreat Kanarraville, UT . . . . . . . #utahrocks #utahisrad #beutahful #geodesicdome #domesweetdome #domelife #glampingdome #uniquestays
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Heading to Glacier or the Flathead Valley this summer? This is theeeee best unique Airbnb! 

The luxury safari treehouse tent is perched high overlooking Flathead Lake (with views from bed!), and it comes with soooo many extras!

πŸ₯΅ sauna
πŸ’¦ cold plunge
🚿 outdoor shower
πŸ”₯ wood-burning stove

It's near Bigfork, about 1 hour from West Glacier and 25 minutes from Kalispell - perfect basecamp for exploring Glacier Country! Don't miss dinner and drinks 🍻  with a view at The Raven, right up the street.

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#montanagram #flatheadvalley #glamping #treehouse #uniquestays #airbnbexperience #glaciernationalpark #montana #glacier #wheretonext
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Heading to Glacier or the Flathead Valley this summer? This is theeeee best unique Airbnb! The luxury safari treehouse tent is perched high overlooking Flathead Lake (with views from bed!), and it comes with soooo many extras! πŸ₯΅ sauna πŸ’¦ cold plunge 🚿 outdoor shower πŸ”₯ wood-burning stove It's near Bigfork, about 1 hour from West Glacier and 25 minutes from Kalispell - perfect basecamp for exploring Glacier Country! Don't miss dinner and drinks 🍻 with a view at The Raven, right up the street. . . . . . . . #montanagram #flatheadvalley #glamping #treehouse #uniquestays #airbnbexperience #glaciernationalpark #montana #glacier #wheretonext
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The answer: a complete lack of PEOPLE! 

If you've ever been to Glacier in the summer, you know this is a rare sight.

Well, sorta...in order to beat the crowds, all you have to do is deviate from the well-beaten path a bit. Do I sound like a broken record yet? πŸ€ͺ 

This video was taken on a gorgeous Saturday morning at the Camas Road entrance headed up to North Fork (home of Polebridge and spectacular Bowman & Kintla Lakes). Just 35 minutes away, Apgar Village/West Glacier/Lake Mcdonald were slammed with people.

The attractions and sites you see listed as the 'best' in national parks (and other popular places) are absolutely worth seeing. However, I strongly encourage you to plan your itinerary to hit the most popular sites at off-peak times (sunrise or late afternoon), and spend peak hours off the beaten path. This video is proof of why! 

➑️ Reminder that Glacier, like many other parks, requires advance reservations for entry this summer. The west side entrances are now through September 10, and the east side entrance requirements start July 1. 

➑️ Very important! You need reservations for the specific entrance station you plan to visit! You can't go to North Fork if you got a reservation for St. Mary, etc.

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#glaciernationalpark #glaciercountry #montanagram #montana #montanamoment #glacier #northfork #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkobsessed
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The answer: a complete lack of PEOPLE! If you've ever been to Glacier in the summer, you know this is a rare sight. Well, sorta...in order to beat the crowds, all you have to do is deviate from the well-beaten path a bit. Do I sound like a broken record yet? πŸ€ͺ This video was taken on a gorgeous Saturday morning at the Camas Road entrance headed up to North Fork (home of Polebridge and spectacular Bowman & Kintla Lakes). Just 35 minutes away, Apgar Village/West Glacier/Lake Mcdonald were slammed with people. The attractions and sites you see listed as the 'best' in national parks (and other popular places) are absolutely worth seeing. However, I strongly encourage you to plan your itinerary to hit the most popular sites at off-peak times (sunrise or late afternoon), and spend peak hours off the beaten path. This video is proof of why! ➑️ Reminder that Glacier, like many other parks, requires advance reservations for entry this summer. The west side entrances are now through September 10, and the east side entrance requirements start July 1. ➑️ Very important! You need reservations for the specific entrance station you plan to visit! You can't go to North Fork if you got a reservation for St. Mary, etc. . . . . . #glaciernationalpark #glaciercountry #montanagram #montana #montanamoment #glacier #northfork #nationalparkgeek #nationalparkobsessed
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⚠️☠️ WARNING ☠️⚠️

It's June 1, which means it's officially that time of year when this account becomes a Montana fan page.

Kidding, kidding...

Or am I? Not really. πŸ€ͺ 

πŸ“ 'The Blind' @thehohnstead
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⚠️☠️ WARNING ☠️⚠️ It's June 1, which means it's officially that time of year when this account becomes a Montana fan page. Kidding, kidding... Or am I? Not really. πŸ€ͺ πŸ“ 'The Blind' @thehohnstead
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Dome is where the heart is ❀️

πŸ“ @littlevillageretreat Kanarraville, UT

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#utahrocks #utahisrad #beutahful #geodesicdome #domesweetdome #domelife #glampingdome #uniquestays
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Dome is where the heart is ❀️ πŸ“ @littlevillageretreat Kanarraville, UT . . . . . . . #utahrocks #utahisrad #beutahful #geodesicdome #domesweetdome #domelife #glampingdome #uniquestays
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Still can't get over how this is Utah 🀯 

Temps are seriously heating up, but this is one of the best times EVER to get out and check some of those water and/or wildflower hikes off your Southwest bucket list.

I'm much more of a mountains gal, but there's something truly enchanting about flowing water and colorful flowers in such a harsh environment. 

Remember to prepare for extreme conditions! Bring a TON of water πŸ’§ (calculate how much you truly need, then add more) and snacks, pack light layers, wear sunblock β˜€οΈ, use AllTrails or GPS for offline navigation, spend some time learning which critters πŸ•· and plants you should avoid, and tell someone back home about your plans ahead of time.

Finally, practice Leave No Trace and be mindful when packing, because you'll have to pack out everything you bring in!

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#utahrocks #utahgram #utahunique #utahisrad #beutahful #chasingwaterfalls #waterfallhike #trailtuesday #dirtbaggypsies
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Still can't get over how this is Utah 🀯 Temps are seriously heating up, but this is one of the best times EVER to get out and check some of those water and/or wildflower hikes off your Southwest bucket list. I'm much more of a mountains gal, but there's something truly enchanting about flowing water and colorful flowers in such a harsh environment. Remember to prepare for extreme conditions! Bring a TON of water πŸ’§ (calculate how much you truly need, then add more) and snacks, pack light layers, wear sunblock β˜€οΈ, use AllTrails or GPS for offline navigation, spend some time learning which critters πŸ•· and plants you should avoid, and tell someone back home about your plans ahead of time. Finally, practice Leave No Trace and be mindful when packing, because you'll have to pack out everything you bring in! . . . . . . #utahrocks #utahgram #utahunique #utahisrad #beutahful #chasingwaterfalls #waterfallhike #trailtuesday #dirtbaggypsies
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Which spot speaks to you most: 

🌲 The Blind - half-translucent roof with red hammock
🌲 The A-frame - indoor-outdoor living tiny cabin
🌲 The Shanty - classic tiny cabin with loft interior
🌲 The Ranch Hand - spacious safari tent with a deck (and electricity!)

Great news, friends...you don't have to choose, because these are ALL at @thehohnstead just outside Missoula, Montana πŸ™ŒπŸ€©

➑️ If you found this vid from Reels, [save it] + follow for more unique stays (featuring many from MT!)! 

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Which spot speaks to you most: 🌲 The Blind - half-translucent roof with red hammock 🌲 The A-frame - indoor-outdoor living tiny cabin 🌲 The Shanty - classic tiny cabin with loft interior 🌲 The Ranch Hand - spacious safari tent with a deck (and electricity!) Great news, friends...you don't have to choose, because these are ALL at @thehohnstead just outside Missoula, Montana πŸ™ŒπŸ€© ➑️ If you found this vid from Reels, [save it] + follow for more unique stays (featuring many from MT!)! . . . . . . #montana #montanagram #montanamoment #glampinglife #aframe #aframecabin #uniquestays #mountaincabin #bonner #glampingtent
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