Yellowstone National Park is one of the most unique places in the entire world. With its steaming geysers and other geothermal features, impressive waterfalls, incredible wildlife, and epic hiking and camping opportunities, it's no wonder the park draws well over four million visitors each year. Also unsurprisingly, one of the most popular Montana bucket list adventures is Yellowstone whi[...]
Few U.S. destinations are quite as iconic as Colorado mountain towns. The Rocky Mountains carve jaw-dropping, dramatic landscapes throughout the state, creating stunning vistas, year-round outdoor recreation opportunities (seriously, if you're not into hiking or rafting, you probably shouldn't visit), and charming, historic mountain communities.Interestingly, each of the best mountain town[...]
Few outdoor "toys" offer as much flexibility as inflatable kayaks. They don't require anything special in terms of storage or transportation (no bulky storage racks required!) and they're ultra portable. Many can even be checked as luggage!Inflatable kayaks are also affordable, with budget-friendly options at every price point. Most importantly, they offer similar performance as their hard[...]
You truly can't go wrong with a visit to Montana. Any time of year, any part of the state, for any reason.Between its national parks (Glacier and Yellowstone, arguably two of the most spectacular in the National Park Service), epic hiking, jaw-dropping scenery, wildlife viewing, and Montanans' genuine niceness, Big Sky Country truly has something for everyone.One way you can make your trip[...]
Adventurers, nature lovers, and history buffs alike flock to the Royal Gorge Colorado. Here, you can enjoy a quieter, slower-paced, and spectacularly beautiful section of the Rockies.Just outside Cañon City, equidistant to Pueblo and Colorado Springs, the Royal Gorge Colorado has endless jaw-dropping views and opportunities for adventure.Hiking, whitewater rafting, riding the gondola, zip[...]
In today's world where most of us are increasingly "plugged in" and stress levels are higher than ever, it's extremely difficult to truly relax — to unplug, if you will.So it's no surprise that camping and glamping are enjoying an unprecedented moment in the spotlight (and by association, so are camping must haves).After all, camping provides a long list of health and wellness benefits:[...]
With RVs, #vanlife, and general life on the road more popular than ever, self-contained camping (AKA boondocking) no longer means driving around for hours trying to find the perfect spot. Modern-day camping means you can spend the night at incredible wineries, breweries, museums, and farm campsites. If you perked up at the thought of camping at wineries and breweries, first of all, saaa[...]
Our world is full of spectacular natural wonders.Rushing rivers, underwater lakes, enormous dramatic rock formations in places like the Grand Canyon and Zion National Park, the Northern Lights, glaciers, caves...the list goes on and on.Among those natural wonders, bioluminescent bays, where the sea itself appears to glow, are some of the most mystical and least-known. Commonly referred to[...]
Arizona is arguably one of the most iconic states, synonymous with the Wild Wild West and the American Southwest. Aside from being stunningly beautiful and richly historic, Arizona is also insanely diverse. Seriously, how many other places can you go from sweating in triple digits in the harsh desert to needing a jacket in the high alpine forest in just two hours?! Regardless of what[...]
Have you ever traveled somewhere and fallen way more in love with it than you expected? That was my experience with South Dakota last fall. I suspect it's not just me, though (right?) — South Dakota is unequivocally, if not largely unexpected, a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurous souls. I don't want to speak for anyone else, but prior to visiting, when I thought of South[...]
