America’s Wild Places, Historic Landscapes & National Treasures
Explore the untamed beauty, rich history, and unforgettable landscapes of America’s national parks and monuments through stories from the trails, roads, overlooks, and wild places we’ve wandered.
From the towering red rocks of Utah’s canyon country to the majestic peaks of Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park, these protected places invite us into some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the country. Along the way, we share the hidden gems, iconic landmarks, scenic drives, hiking trails, and fascinating stories that make each place worth remembering.
Whether you’re planning your next adventure, revisiting a favorite park, or simply craving a little wanderlust from home, we hope these stories transport you into the beauty, history, and wonder of America’s national treasures.
Start exploring below — each post is another journey into the wild places worth protecting.
Into the Last Frontier: Chapter 6
Chapter 6: Alaska’s Final Encore. Our final day in Alaska carried us deep into Wrangell–St.…
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Into the Last Frontier: Chapter 5
Chapter 5: When the Road Changed the Plan. Three days carried us from Turnagain Arm…
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Into the Last Frontier: Chapter 3
Chapter 3: Into Denali National Park. A journey into Denali National Park reveals braided rivers,…
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Small Adventures Before the Big One
Between big adventures, we stayed close to home with local Colorado hikes, scenic drives, waterfall…
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Out of the Needles: Wind, Overlooks & One Last Arch
The final chapter of our Canyonlands Needles backcountry series follows a wind-driven change of plans,…
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Into the Stone: Joint Trail & Chesler Park
Day 4 in the Needles took us from a quiet sunrise at Horsehoof Camp into…
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Into The Needles via Elephant Hill
Day 3 of our Canyonlands backcountry series takes us over Elephant Hill, through Devil’s Lane,…
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The Long Way Into The Needles
The first chapter of our Canyonlands backcountry series begins north of Moab and winds through…
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New Year’s Day at Gem Lake: Setting the Tone for the Year Ahead
No resolutions, no pressure—just movement, fresh air, and time together. Our New Year’s Day hike…
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Thanksgiving in Vermilion Cliffs: Wandering a Desert of Stone, Sky & Silence (Part 2)
Part 2 carries us deeper into Vermilion Cliffs—wandering White Pocket’s swirling sandstone, discovering ancient rock…
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Thanksgiving in Vermilion Cliffs: Wandering a Desert of Stone, Sky & Silence (Part 1)
Snowy Colorado passes, starlit desert skies, and a tiny campground straddling the Utah–Arizona border. In…
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Yellowstone National Park – Geysers, Canyons & First Miles North (Day 1-2)
Our Canadian Rockies adventure began in Yellowstone, where Bill and I shared Old Faithful for…
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Western Wanderlust Chronicles 