Written by Cindy Richards @ Traveling Mom
Packing for a visit to the gorgeous Yellowstone National Park can be a challenge. The terrain is varied, the weather unpredictable and the elevations diverse. This Yellowstone packing list will make sure you have the all of the basics covered (plus a f…
Category: National Parks
Is Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota Worth a Visit?
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
After you’ve explored the famous sights in South Dakota’s Black Hills like Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park, it’s time to head underground. There are two cave systems worth exploring – Wind Cave National Park and the lesser known Jewel Cave N…
Fun Things to Do in California’s Redwoods National Park with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Kids love records. And adults love bucket lists. Get check marks for both when seeing the tallest trees in the world as you explore the Redwood National Park. With lots of scenic drives through its redwood groves, it’s a national park trip perfect for …
Cannonball in a Natural Pool & More Fun Things to Do at Chickasaw National Recreation Area
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Need some family splash time on your Texas-Oklahoma road trip? Check out Chickasaw National Recreation Area, a mountain escape between Dallas and Oklahoma City. There’s swimming, hiking, boating and camping, plus a resident herd of bison. Here’s why it…
Christmas in St. Louis: 9 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays
Written by Amanda Williams @ Traveling Mom
Christmas in St. Louis is all about the lights, the fire, the s’mores and a scuba-diving Santa. Here’s where to find them all, from a walk through a botanic garden to Christmas with the animals at the zoo to a ride on the city’s Ferris wheel and a chat…
Christmas in St. Louis: 9 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays
Written by Amanda Williams @ Traveling Mom
Christmas in St. Louis is all about the lights, the fire, the s’mores and a scuba-diving Santa. Here’s where to find them all, from a walk through a botanic garden to Christmas with the animals at the zoo to a ride on the city’s Ferris wheel and a chat…
Complete Guide to Yellowstone National Park for Families
Written by Cindy Richards @ Traveling Mom
Yellowstone, America’s first national park, will celebrate its 150th birthday in 2022. You don’t have to be a nature lover to be wowed by this natural wonder. It’s huge, diverse and thrilling. You can’t see it in a day or even a couple of days. Plan to…
Plan the Perfect Road Trip Across Oregon
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Oregon, the Jewel of the Pacific Northwest, offers amazing scenery to explore on a road trip with kids (or maybe without). Find equal doses of the windswept ocean scenery along with fir-covered mountaintops. Don’t forget the lakes, like Crater Lake, sp…
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: World’s Largest Rotating Tram Cars
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
If you’re visiting Palm Springs or the Sonoran Desert in Southern California and looking for a change of scenery, head up to the mountaintops, just a few minutes from the center of town. With the world’s largest rotating tram car, you can head to the t…
Visiting Joshua Tree National Park with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Explore two deserts in one park that’s close to Los Angeles and Phoenix in Southern California. Joshua Tree National Park is known for its unique landscape with cactus that look soft but hurt, trees that are actually yucca and a rock that looks like a …
San Diego’s Best Tide Pools for Families
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
San Diego has amusement parks, glorious beaches, the San Diego Zoo and gorgeous weather. But you might not know there’s a national park site, minutes from downtown. It’s an animal lover’s delight with tide pools to explore, seasonal whales to spot and …
Add Petrified Forest to Your Arizona Road Trip this Year
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
As you travel across the desert southwest, you’ll find Petrified Forest National Park in northeastern Arizona. It’s conveniently located along Interstate 40 and can be explored in an hour. It’s a great add-on to your Grand Canyon or Utah road trip itin…
11 West Coast National Park Trips for Families
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
A trip to one or more of the US national parks is a super way for families to spend time together in nature. The parks on and near the West Coast, including Yosemite, Joshua Tree and Olympic, are some of the best ones to explore with kids. Here’s a gui…
One Day In Sequoia National Park: The Perfect Itinerary (Epic!)
Written by Jessie Festa @ Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog
Only have one day in Sequoia National Park in California? This guide shares two unforgettable itinerary suggestions + important tips!
How To Hike Sentinel Dome To Glacier Point In Yosemite National Park
Written by Jessie Festa @ Jessie on a Journey | Solo Female Travel Blog
Sentinel Dome to Glacier Point is one of the best hikes in Yosemite National Park. Here’s how to see the trail’s stunning panoramic views!
Amazing Sights Driving Around Iceland’s Famous Golden Circle
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
For visitors based out of Raykjavik and only staying in Iceland for a few days, the most common route to see a lot of what the country offers is the…
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Read MoreWhy You Must Visit the New River Gorge National Park
Written by Cindy Richards @ Traveling Mom
Whitewater rafting, gorgeous hikes, scenic drives, stunning sunsets, incredible vistas and miles of lush green countryside. Those are just some of the things that make America’s 63rd national park a must-see spot. Here are all of the fun things to do i…
Be On The Look Out – Nude Hiking Day Is Coming
Written by SharonKurheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Visitors to the U.S. National Parks are surging, and more visitors means more people taking part in everything the parks have to offer. With trails accessible to everyone from those…
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Read MoreWhy I Won’t Stay At The Wynn, The Difference Between Getting Your COVID Vaccine & Being Fully Vaccinated, & More
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
Happy Sunday to all our travel friends, both near and far. Here are some articles we’ve read from other bloggers (and other sources) that we think you may like, so…
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Read More9 Fun Things to Do in Southern Oklahoma with Kids
Written by Catherine Parker @ Traveling Mom
Heading to Southern Oklahoma on a family road trip? You’ll find natural pools for splashing, several local historical museums worth exploring and a chocolate factory. Here are the fun things to do with kids between Lawton and Sulphur in Southern Oklaho…