Return to Washington, D.C.
A wander through the capitol of the nation. Continue reading
A wander through the capitol of the nation. Continue reading
Explore Delaware’s northern most cypress swamp. Continue reading
The southern end of Assateague Island has a wonderful refuge just waiting for you to explore. Continue reading
Near where the Jamestown settlers first landed in America is now an amazing state park. Continue reading
Explorations of a historic fort on the Chesapeake Bay. Continue reading
A quick visit to North Carolina’s famous seaside destination. Continue reading
Two parks with a giant waterfall between them just fourteen miles upstream of Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Explore a West Virginian town that time left behind. Continue reading
Follow along as I explore 184.5 miles of American history, from Appalachia to Washington, D.C. Continue reading
Explore a beautiful state park along the banks of the perfectly named Falling Water River. Continue reading
Explore a national park located right in the downtown of a city famous for its hot springs. Continue reading
Explore an Arkansas fort that once was on America’s frontier. Continue reading
A very belated visit to a fantastic Arizona national park that features some really cool petrified wood! Continue reading
Volcanos, hot springs, mud pots and the rich smell of rotten eggs. Check out California’s Yellowstone! Continue reading
Redwoods is more than just one park. There’s a whole bunch of them to explore! Continue reading
So many redwoods, so little time. Continue reading
A whole lot of Route 1 driving and a whole bunch of coastal stops along the way. Continue reading
Birds, coastlines and golf? Explore two of Monterey County, California’s impressive natural areas! Continue reading
This journey along the California coast features wonderful beaches, craggy cliffs and shouting elephant seals! Continue reading
My 100th update brings you California’s amazing Pinnacles National Park! Continue reading
The Old West doesn’t hold the monopoly on ghost towns. Continue reading
For a state known for its lakeshores, this one on Lake Superior is especially fantastic. Continue reading
A Michigan native returns home from the desert and finally sees water again. Continue reading
Two canyons, two fantastic parks located outside of bustling Las Vegas, Nevada. Continue reading
With beautiful vistas and fantastic trails, Valley of Fire was definitely worth the return visit. Continue reading
A unique cactus, at a unique park, in a unique part of Arizona. Explore Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Continue reading
Explore Tucson, Arizona’s natural beauty, both above ground and below. Continue reading
Unique geology, beautiful canyons and a desolate desert, Death Valley National Park has a ton of hiking opportunities. Continue reading
A quick day trip brings further explorations of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Continue reading
Explore one of the most beautiful coastlines in America. Continue reading
A South Rim resident finally takes the trip to the desolate North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Continue reading
Explorations of the Gateway to the West. Continue reading
Gaze in wonder at the fantastic rock carvings at Petroglyph National Monument. Continue reading
With Native American ruins and waterfalls, Bandelier has both nature and history. Continue reading
Explore a unique landscape full of tent shaped hoodoos. Continue reading
Located in the absolute middle of nowhere Utah is a national monument that preserves three amazing natural bridges. Continue reading
The Gunnison River cuts a dramatic canyon through the Colorado landscape in this national park. Continue reading
A national park on a beautiful mesa full of dramatic canyon views. Continue reading
Check out a national monument with both dinosaurs and petroglyphs, and some nice views. So much awesome in one place. Continue reading
Canyonlands National Park is home to countless trails, dramatic views and some crazy roads. Continue reading
Explore a desert landscape full of arches, and stunning views, in Arches National Park. Continue reading
Explore grand vistas, natural bridges, and narrow canyons in this remote Utah national park. Continue reading
A bit of pre-history and history along US-89 in Utah. Continue reading
Beware, this post has a lot of hoodoos. Really, awesome hoodoos. Continue reading
An unexpected trip takes me back to Death Valley for more exploration. Continue reading
Explore Springwood, the birthplace, lifelong home and burial place of the 32nd President of the US, Franking Delano Roosevelt. Continue reading
Explore the ruins of a fort that helped conquer the West. Continue reading
Check out some of the most insane rock formations in Arizona. Continue reading
I return to the amazing Saguaro National Park to hike an amazing trail in the wilderness. Continue reading
Explorations of Death Valley National Park, the driest and hottest area of the United States. Continue reading