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 — twice.
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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. Yellowstone National Park is home to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes, spectacular nat[...]
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. Telluride is a spectacularly beautiful, historic mining town n[...]
As a career travel writer who’d written about iconic Half Dome many times before actually 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 about both! Yosemite is one of the world’s most revered national parks, and Half Dome is one of its most iconic landmarks —[...]
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[...]
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. A glacier hike near Homer that includes dense rainforest, frequent wildlife sightings, a mandatory water ta[...]
Do you have a woman in your life who prefers to go hiking rather than shopping, who would choose sleeping in a tent or cool treehouse over a penthouse apartment?If the answer is yes, you’ve likely struggled to purchase gifts for her in the past...right? I may or may not be one of these females myself, so I'm definitely speaking from firsthand experience!Being that I travel extensively, a[...]
The gem of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is iconic Horseshoe Bend, with its unique shape carved out of the massive rock.Located on the Arizona side, just a few minutes from Lake Powell, many hike to the overlook for Instagram-worthy photos. But 1,000 feet directly below the viewpoint, others know that the best way to enjoy this spectacular area is to kayak Horseshoe Bend (yes, t[...]
It turns out that there's a fairly significant correlation between outdoor enthusiasts and a serious love of (i.e.; addiction to) caffeine. This guest post on the best camping percolator from fellow writer Ciaran Coughlan proves exactly that!When you’re camping, there’s nothing like a hot cup of coffee in the morning. But how do you make coffee when you’re camping?You could use a han[...]