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National Parks

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When moving across the country from Wisconsin to California, our founders Kara and Robin got to drive through two national parks (Badlands and Yellowstone National Park). They instantly fell in love with all the wild adventures there are to do in the United States at National Parks. We have a passion for exploring these parks and bringing you the best dang National Parks travel resources. From easy hikes in Joshua Tree to the best beaches in Olympics, popular photo spots in Yosemite and even how to tackle famous parks in one day and of course more travel tips (like what to pack and where to stay!)

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    Rainbow Pools: Helpful Tips For The Best Yosemite Swimming Hole

    • Kara
    • May 30, 2024
    Right outside Yosemite National Park is probably one of the best swimming holes in all of California. After spending a few hours splashing around at Rainbow Falls, I knew this…
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      • California
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      All 9 National Parks in California Ranked From Best to Worst (Including Best Hikes & Time To Visit!)

      • Margaret Bigelow
      • April 14, 2024
      As a former California transplant living in San Francisco, I made it my mission to get to as many California national parks as possible during the two years I spent…
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        Exactly What To Do On A Day Trip To Joshua Tree To Maximize Time

        • Kara
        • January 10, 2024
        Yes, you can totally day trip to Joshua Tree from Palm Springs (or even LA) but you’ll need careful planning. That’s what I’m here for! I’ve done a few Joshua…
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          Where To Stay in Yosemite: 12 Best Hotels & Cabins Near Park Entrances

          • Kara
          • November 1, 2023
          I got to Yosemite National Park at least once a year – sometimes more – and I’ve been obsessed with trying out all the Yosemite cabins and hotels so I…
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            Olympic National Park: 21 Things To Do + Secret Spots You Can’t Miss

            • Kara
            • August 25, 2023
            I was absolutely not prepared for how magical Olympic National Park felt. I swear I could hear the heartbeat of the old growth forests while hiking. The fog hanging low…
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              My Ultimate Big Bend National Park Itinerary (Including All My Fave Things To Do In Big Bend)

              • Taylor
              • August 16, 2023
              I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again… West Texas is magic ✨There’s just something about it that I love and makes me visit over and over again. And it…
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                One Day In Mount Rainier Itinerary: 12 Best Hikes, Photo Spots & Things To Do On A Day Trip

                • Kara
                • October 6, 2022
                Only got one day to explore Mount Rainier National Park? Hey, that was me last month when I went to Rainier with my husband! We only had one day in…
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                  One Day In Pinnacles National Park Itinerary: Best 7 Hikes, Things To Do & Park Tips

                  • Kara
                  • June 10, 2022
                  Sprawling bat caves, huge rock formations, trails with epic views that go for miles and California Condors… Pinnacles National Park is the country’s newest National Park and it just happens…
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                    • California
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                    25 Best Yosemite Photo Spots For Creative Instagram Pictures + Map!

                    • Kara
                    • November 13, 2021
                    Yosemite National Park is the prettiest of all the national parks and I’ll fight you on that. Maybe I’m biased since I live in San Francisco and make the 3.5…
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                      Guide To Yosemite In The Fall & Early Winter: Top Hikes, Fall Colors & More!

                      • Kara
                      • November 7, 2021
                      Yosemite National Park is one of my most favorite places on the planet. It’s also a lot of other people’s favorite places on the planet which means come summertime, it…
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                        • Kara
                        • November 3, 2021
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