September is one of the best months of the year to visit the national parks. The weather is fantastic across much of the USA, the busy summer season is coming to an end, and, in some parks, you can see the first of the fall colors. In this guide, we list 14 of the best […]
Planning a trip to the US national parks in August and don’t know which ones to visit? August is a busy time to visit the national parks, but crowd levels aren’t quite at their peak (that typically happens in July for many parks). In this guide, we list some popular summertime parks to visit plus […]
The list of US national parks to visit in June is wonderfully long and diverse. Visit the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, go hiking in the Rocky Mountains, spend some time in the tranquil forests in Olympic and Sequoia National Parks, and explore one of the most underrated US national parks, Wrangell-St. Elias. About […]
Stretching from the South Pacific, across the United States and into the Caribbean, are 63 national parks. These national treasures are filled with scenic drives, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, wildlife, historic sites, and endless opportunities for adventure. In this guide, we cover 15 of the best national parks in the USA and what […]
Yellowstone and Grand Teton sit side by side in northwest Wyoming, and together they make one of the best national park trips in the country. Spend your days watching Old Faithful erupt and geysers bubble across Yellowstone’s thermal basins, then drive an hour south to hike beneath the jagged Teton Range, paddle Jenny Lake, and […]
One of the best ways to explore the USA is on a good old-fashioned road trip. Cruise along Route 66, road trip through the Florida Keys, explore the American Southwest, or even drive from coast to coast. In this guide, we share 18 of the best USA road trips…18 great ideas for your next big […]
With 10 days, you can road trip from Grand Teton and Yellowstone all the way to Mount Rushmore, adding on Devils Tower, Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, and Custer State Park along the way. That’s four national parks, two national monuments, one incredible state park, and some of the best scenic drives in […]
How many days do you need in Grand Teton National Park? One day is enough to see the highlights: the scenic drive, the big viewpoints, and one signature hike. Give yourself two to four days if you want real hiking time, and if you’re a serious hiker, you could spend a week here and still […]
The hike to Amphitheater and Surprise Lakes is one of the most popular day hikes in Grand Teton National Park. It’s a tough hike, but your reward is two stunning alpine lakes tucked into the mountains. On this hike, you have the option to add on a third lake, Delta Lake. What was once a […]
Grand Teton National Park has something for everyone. Hikers will love the long list of trails that head into the Teton mountain range. Photographers will love capturing sunrise at Mormon Row and Oxbow Bend. Families will love the easy-to-visit overlooks, crossing Jenny Lake by boat, and spotting moose and elk as you drive through the […]
There are several reasons to hike to the Static Peak Divide. Early on in the hike, you have beautiful views over Phelps Lake. The walk through Death Canyon is gorgeous and this is a great place to spot wildlife. Bear and moose are frequently seen here. We didn’t see bear when we did this hike, […]
A Yellowstone day trip from Jackson Hole or Grand Teton National Park is a long day, but with an early start and a well-planned route, you can see many of Yellowstone’s most iconic sights. On this itinerary, you’ll drive Yellowstone’s Lower Loop, visiting Hayden Valley, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Grand Prismatic Spring, Old […]
Grand Teton National Park truly is a hiker’s paradise. Hike through picturesque canyons, around glacier-fed lakes, and up to the highest peaks. Wildlife sightings from the hiking trails are frequent, with elk, moose, and bear making regular appearances. If you want to add some adventure to your visit to Grand Teton, strap on your hiking […]
The Paintbrush Canyon – Cascade Canyon Loop is one of the best hikes to do in Grand Teton National Park. In just one hike, you can visit a handful of the park’s top spots: Jenny Lake, Inspiration Point, Lake Solitude, Cascade Canyon, and Paintbrush Canyon. Throw in panoramic views across the Teton mountain range and […]
Planning a Yellowstone itinerary can be challenging. The park is enormous, drive times are long, and wildlife sightings and traffic jams can throw even the best-planned day off schedule. In this guide, we provide Yellowstone itineraries for 1 to 5 days, with the sights grouped into logical driving routes to help you make the most […]
Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Parks are three of the most spectacular parks in the United States, and with 10 days, you can visit all three on one unforgettable road trip. Start in Grand Teton, where the lakes and the jagged mountain range create a hiker’s and photographer’s paradise. Journey north to Yellowstone, a […]
If you only have one day in Yellowstone National Park, what should you do? Yellowstone is massive, the second largest national park in the country outside of Alaska, with five entrances, dozens of geyser basins and canyons, and valleys full of wildlife. There’s no way to see it all in a single day. Most one-day […]
Grand Teton National Park packs an incredible amount into a relatively small area. You can photograph the Teton Range reflected in mountain lakes, look for moose and bison, drive to iconic viewpoints, hike to waterfalls and alpine lakes, or spend an entire day on the trails high in the mountains. We have visited Grand Teton […]