The hike to Dream Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado, is one of the most gorgeous hikes I’ve ever been on. It also happens to be one of the most accessible and one of the easiest. Definitely put this …
Mackinac Island, Michigan is a truly unique place…and seeing it by bike is the best way to experience it! First, let’s get the pronunciation right. It’s “MackiNAW” not “MackiNACK” despite its spelling. (I knew that because I spent a few …
The Black Mountain Lookout hike in Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains is right up at the top with other hikes we’ve done in the West—without the crowds! The Bighorns in northcentral Wyoming are national forest lands, not national park. Far fewer people …
The Wildlife Loop in Custer State Park is in the southern Black Hills of South Dakota. It’s a great drive to see not just the wildlife but also some of the Black Hills’ most beautiful scenery. As is usual when …
You can’t get more up-close-and-personal to Yellowstone’s famous Lower Falls than on these three stunning hikes. All these trails are steep and strenuous—you’ll definitely get your workout! But all of them are short, and your efforts reward you with outstanding …
The Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park is a short and relatively easy hike—and oh-so scenic! Going-to-the-Sun Road may be the most popular spot in Glacier, for many good reasons. At the highest point on the road, Logan Pass, …
The Twin Falls and South Shore hikes at Two Medicine Lake in Glacier National Park are moderate hikes amid a stunning mountain landscape you can combine into one. This 9-mile combination loop hike starts and ends at Two Medicine Campground. …
Is Two Medicine the most beautifully-situated campground I’ve camped in yet? Yes. A resounding Yes! Two Medicine Campground in Glacier National Park has a stunning setting along Two Medicine Lake, surrounded by the mountain peaks this park is known for. …
Glacier National Park in northwest Montana is famous for its soaring peaks, gorgeous lakes, abundant wildlife and over 700 miles of hiking trails. There are all kinds of backcountry trails for those looking for challenging all-day or multi-day excursions. But …