Where is it? Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield is located at 5242 S. State Hwy ZZ, Republic, Missouri. The thistle and other wildflowers were showing off their end of summer beauty when we visited Wilson’s Creek. The park features: Visitor center with gift shop Museum Self-guided auto tour Hiking and horseback riding trails Civil War research […]
Website link: Petrified Forest National Park Cost: $20.00 per car (one week pass) Hiking, biking (on paved roads), backpacking, horseback riding, backcountry camping with permit Scenic drive Historic Landmarks Museums Picnic areas Restaurant in the park Accommodations and restaurants in Holbrook, Arizona (30 miles west on I-40 or US Highway 180). Check out the Wigwam Motel […]
Bandelier National Monument has been on our to-do list for years, so we were thrilled to finally make the trip. We enjoyed everything about Bandelier, from the scenic drive through the scenic Jemez Mountains, to the history, and the ancient dwellings in Frijoles Canyon. The tour starts here, and we hope you enjoy it too! […]
Featured Perhaps it’s because we’re born from water that we are drawn to it in nature, or maybe we are fascinated because its power can destroy as well as sustain life. In our travels we choose to cautiously enjoy the beauty of water while never daring to take it for granted. Today we are sharing […]
Can we afford it? That seems to be a universal question when planning a road trip or any vacation for that matter. Money definitely determines when and where we go, especially if we are flying somewhere to begin a road trip. We have found some ways to make travel more cost-effective for us, and today […]
Blazing Winter Sunset If you follow our posts, you’re already familiar with Quick Stops. Quick Stops are designed to give a nod to locations to which we can’t devote an entire post. The destinations are completely random and totally fun. Just get in the car and we will be on our way! First Stop: By […]
Not far from the halfway point on the old Route 66 lies the city of Amarillo, Texas. Today, I-40 bisects the city which is hard to miss on any mid-America east-west road trip. Amarillo is a classic, from it’s Route 66 historic area to its museums and quirky Americana. Road trippers will want to spend […]
⇒Our road trip begins in Johnson City, Texas where the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park Visitor Center is located. Johnson City is: 48 miles/1 hour west of Austin, Texas – Website link: Visit Austin 64 miles/1.25 hours north of San Antonio, Texas – Website link: Visit San Antonio The Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park is […]
Blazing Winter Sunset If you follow our posts, you’re already familiar with Quick Stops. Quick Stops are designed to give a nod to locations to which we can’t devote an entire post. The destinations are completely random and totally fun. Just get in the car and we will be on our way! First Stop: By […]
Website: Arches National Park. Timed entry reservations are required as of 2022. Check the website for details. Lodging in the park: one campground for RV and tent camping. Reservations accepted. Accommodations and restaurants outside the park in Moab, Utah. Hiking and backpacking trails in the park. When to go: Anytime. The crowds at Arches during the […]
Sierra Blanca Peak, Ruidoso, New Mexico Looking for a road trip adventure with things to do for the whole family? Ruidoso, New Mexico is a great bet! Tucked snugly beneath towering mountain peaks and fragrant whispering pines, the quaint alpine village is a perfect getaway destination. We started going there as kids with our parents […]
Website: Death Valley National Park Hotels/resorts and campgrounds in the park Restaurants and concessions in the park Scenic drives Historic sites Hiking Backpacking Backcountry camping When to go? Winter, early spring, late fall are the best times to visit. Visitors should be extremely cautious in the summer months when temperatures rise dramatically. Devil’s Golf Course – […]
Website link: Rocky Mountain National Park Note: a timed entry system may be in effect, so plan ahead for your visit. Accommodations: Campgrounds for RVs and tents, as well as backcountry camping in the park. Additional hotels, campgrounds, and other amenities, including restaurants, available in Estes Park, Grand Lake, Lyons, and Loveland. What to do: hike, […]
Located just outside of Sharpsburg, Maryland, Antietam National Battlefield was one of our favorite destinations on our Mid-Atlantic road trip. During the battle that took place on September 17, 1862 and lasted only about 12 hours, 23,000 men’s lives were changed forever. Ending in a Union victory, it was the bloodiest one day battle of […]
