Category Archives: National Parks

10 Exciting Things to Do in White Sands National Park in One Day

one day in white sands national park

From the first time I saw the glistening white sand dunes on Instagram, I knew I had to spend one day in White Sands National Park. It’s my goal to visit all 63 national parks in the U.S., and these struck me as so unique, so I started planning my trip there. Although it took […]

7 Incredible Stops on a Seattle to Glacier National Park Road Trip

seattle to glacier national park road trip

One of the many things I look forward to about Seattle in the summer is the freedom to go on road trips without having to worry about snow in the mountain passes. Over the years, I’ve made it a point to spend more time in Montana, and every time I go there, I’m in awe […]

How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip to Mount Rainier in 2023

mt rainier in one day

Known as “The Mountain” to many locals, Mount Rainier has become the unofficial state logo. Towering over the state at 14,411 feet, this stunning mountain is one of my favorite sites to see on a sunny day in Seattle. Even though you can see it from most places in Seattle, it’s about 90 miles southeast […]

13 Amazing Mt. Rainier Cabins You’ll Love to Stay At

mt. rainier cabins

Of all the parks in the United States, Mount Rainier National Park is the one I frequent the most. You’ll find me there basically any time of the year – snowshoeing in the winter, going on wildflower hikes in late summer, and looking for fall foliage in the fall season. While I sometimes do day […]

17 Must-See Stops on a Seattle to Yellowstone Road Trip

Seattle to Yellowstone road trip sunset

Seattle is the perfect starting point for many road trips, but nothing is more exciting than going on a Seattle to Yellowstone road trip. This may be the most iconic national park in the United States, so most people want to visit it at least once. Several years ago, I had a summer wedding in […]