Jennifer Melroy
Jennifer is a long time national park blogger and the founder of National Park Obsessed. She is a dedicated National Park lover who is working on visiting all 63 US National Parks. She has currently been to 58 of the National Parks. She is dedicated to sharing her knowledge of the Parks with others and helping them learn to love the parks as much as she does.
National Parks of Iowa
Iowa is a Midwestern state located along the Mississippi River. The state is nicknamed the “Hawkeye State” after the character in the Last of the Mohicans book. There is currently two National Park Service Site in Iowa and two associated sites. Official National Parks of Iowa Effigy Mounds National Monument Herbert Hoover National Historic Site Associated sites of Iowa Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail Map of National Parks in Iowa [show-map id=”66″] Iowa National Parks Effigy Mounds National Monument Effigy Mounds National Monument protects more than 200 prehistoric Native American mounds. The mounds are raised piles of earth. They usually form a stylized animal, human, or other…
One Day in Yosemite Valley
Yosemite National Park is one of America’s iconic National Parks. The magnificence of Yosemite Valley has inspired artists and writers for generations. It only took one week for writer and naturalist John Muir to realize that Yosemite is a special place and needs to protected and preserved for future generations. Yosemite Valley is one of the most popular sections of any national park. You could spend a month exploring this valley but most people don’t have a month. Here is the best way to spend one day in Yosemite Valley. This post was originally published on January 24, 2019. It was updated on June 24, 2019 and December 2, 2019. About…
National Park Passport: The Best National Park Souvenir
Looking for a fun, easy, and cheap way to document your journey through the National Park? There is no better way to document your adventure than a National Parks passport book. But what is a National Park Passport exactly? In short, they are a must-have for any National Park adventurer. In this article, I’m going to go over everything you need to know about the national park passport program, including the types of national park passports as well as where to buy them and how to document your travel in your passport. Cover Photo Credit: Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island Instagram Account Quick Guide to National Park Passport Books There are…
National Parks in North Carolina: Explore the 10 North Carolina National Parks (2022 Update)
Heading to North Carolina and want to explore. The National Parks in North Carolina have plenty of history and wilderness to explore.
Best International National Parks to Visit in 2020
Looking to head outside the United States but still want to explore a national park? There are over 3,000 National Parks in the world. They come in all shapes and sizes and almost every country has one. I asked a few of my travel writing friends to share their favorite non-US National Park. Here are 12 International National Parks to visit in 2020. Best International National Parks to Visit in 2020 Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand Central Balkan National Park, Bulgaria Etosha National Park, Nambia Los Glaciares National Park, Argentina Jasper National Park, Canada Schleswig-Holstein Wadden Sea National Park, Germany Tarangire National Park, Tanzania Tayrona National Park, Columbia Than…
10 Unique Spring Break Destinations that You Probably Didn’t Think Of
It is the bane of every college student. Where to go for Spring Break? That same bane is the bane of any adult looking to take a family vacation during a school break. It is even worse for young professionals who want to relive part of college but don’t feel like dealing with thousands of hormone young adults just figuring out the world of drinking and adventure. Here are some amazingly unique spring break destinations to visit without having to deal with hordes. All of these destinations are within a short flight of the continental United States. Unique Spring Break Destinations in the United States Black Hills, South Dakota The Black Hills,…
A Kiruna Winter Itinerary – Five days in Swedish Lapland
In the far north of Sweden above the Arctic Circle is a small town named Kiruna. During the winters, Kiruna is a white wonderland. Winter comes early and stays late, yet that does not slow the city down. The city is the gateway to six different Swedish National Parks. During the winter access to most of these parks is very limited but Kiruna is a city full of fantastic outdoor recreational opportunities. I spent a week in late November exploring Kiruna and Swedish Lapland. Here is my five-day itinerary for Kiruna. History of Kiruna, Sweden Kiruna is located 89 miles (144km) north of the Arctic Circle. It experiences periods of…
The Ultimate Guide to Camping in Acadia National Park
Sitting on the island on the Maine coast, Acadia National Park is a gem of the northeast. Acadia National Park covers about half of Mount Desert Island and part of the Schoodic Peninsula. The park is famed for its sunrises and coastal zones. Camping in Acadia National Park lets you get a jump on the crowds and start exploring the park. Here is everything you need to know about front-country camping in Acadia National Park. This post was originally published on 02 February 2019. It was updated to reflect the 2020 season on 23 November 2019. Acadia National Park Camping Things to Know about Acadia National Park Camping is available from…
Zion National Park Camping Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Camping in Zion (2021 Update)
Are you headed to Zion to explore the wonders of the Virgin River, hike the Narrows, or enjoy the view at Angels Landing? Zion National Park has over 90 miles of hiking trails to explore. Camping in Zion National Park maximizes your time in the park. You can sleep under the stars and enjoy the high cliffs. Sleeping in a tent is a must to do experience Zion National Park. Zion Campgrounds at a Glance Amenities Key D – Dump Station F – Flush Toilets FP – Fire Pit G – Generator H – Full Hookups P – Pit Toliet PA – Accessible Pit Toliet L – Laundry S –…
The Ultimate Guide to Camping in Big Bend National Park
Big Bend National Park is a hidden gem along the United States / Mexico border. This massive park is a diverse mix of desert, mountains, and rivers. It is a geological wonder that charts the movements of tectonic plates like no other national park. The park is home to the tail ends of both the Appalachian Mountains and the Rocky Mountains and been further shaped by volcanos and rivers. The park is covered with the diverse plant life of the Chihuahuan Desert, Chisos Mountain range, Rio Grande River valley. Get a jump on exploring the park by camping in Big Bend National Park. Here is everything you need to know…
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