by wbnl | Jul 31, 2015 | Devils Tower NPS, National Parks
Rising 1,267 feet from the rolling prairie, Devils Tower National Monument in northeastern Wyoming is a spectacular sight. Made popular in the late 70’s movie Close Encounters of the Third Kind, kids across America were forming the tower from their mashed...
by wbnl | Jul 30, 2015 | National Parks, Zion NPS
If you’re driving through Southern Utah on Interstate 15 (Exit 40) and don’t have time to visit Zion National Park, although you should now by now how this travel logger feels about that! – but I digress- you should definitely make the quick drive...
by wbnl | Jul 30, 2015 | National Parks, Redwoods NPS
The Klamath River flows into the Pacific Ocean in Redwoods National & State Parks. Although it’s best known for some of the tallest trees in the world there is much to experience here along the northern coast of California. A wide range of trails take you up...
by wbnl | Jul 30, 2015 | Feature 2, Glacier NPS, National Parks
Really?!?! Glacier National Park is rightfully named as the Crown Of The Continent. You cannot take a bad picture here. Everywhere you look, the jagged peaks and peaceful valleys unfold before you. Rising from the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake is Mount Grinnell, its...
by wbnl | Jul 30, 2015 | Acadia NPS, National Parks
The Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park were the brainchild of industrialist & philanthropist (and landscape design enthusiast) John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Built in the early part of the last century, the roads and bridges are for the public use and the 45+ miles...
by wbnl | Jul 29, 2015 | National Parks, Yosemite NPS
Yosemite NPS provides unlimited possibilities for photo ops! Mirror Lake is a favorite. You have to catch it at the right time of the year though because this area will completely dry up at times and turn into Mirror Meadow. There is a great trail that you can jump...
by wbnl | Jul 29, 2015 | National Parks, Yosemite NPS
If you tire of the campfire meal while visiting Yosemite NPS you are in luck. The dining room at the Ahwanhee Hotel is hands down the crown jewel of dining rooms across all of the National Park Lodges, and I dare say, in the world. Its dramatic cathedral size will...
by wbnl | Jul 28, 2015 | Cape Cod NPS, National Parks
The Cape Cod National Seashore was established in August of 1961 by JFK. This set aside and protected a large portion of Cape Cod for environmental and recreational use. Its pristine beaches, beautiful nature trails and historic sites are a great place to wander....
by wbnl | Jul 28, 2015 | National Parks, Sequoia NPS
Sequoia National Park is known for the Giant Forest and beautiful granite cliffs, yet there is much to be seen below ground as well. Crystal Cave is an amazing space where the water has polished the marble surfaces and the different stalagmites and stalactites form...
by wbnl | Jul 28, 2015 | Mt. Rushmore, National Parks
Gutzon Borglum’s iconic Mount Rushmore is truly more remarkable in person than you’d imagine. The skill, artistry, and acrobatics that were used to create these gigantic images is amazing. From May through September the evening lighting ceremony is a must...
