How much does it cost to visit the Alaska National Parks?
Post Summary: cost to visit the Alaska National Parks; Alaska Budget I sort of chuckle every time I see this question in a National Park Facebook Group. I’m not chuckling because it’s a dumb question, it is a perfectly valid question. I know what they are really asking when they say “How much does it cost to visit the Alaska National Parks?” They are asking if they need to sell a kidney in order to afford to visit those parks. They have done a bit of research and are finding prices like a 7-day backpacking trip in Gates of the Arctic and Kobuk Valley to be over $6,000 or day…
15 Amazing National Parks for Non-Hikers
Don't hike but want to explore the National Parks? Click HERE to learn about the best National Parks for Non-Hikers. We will help you find the national park for the adventurous non-hiker.
15 U.S. Historical Sites Every American Should Visit Before They Die
The United States is a relatively young country when compared to places like Egypt or England. The lack of age doesn’t negate the rich history of the United States. The land occupied by the United States has been inhabited for about 10,000 years (give or take a bit). People have been leaving their mark on the landscape of the United States long before we became a country. One of the best ways to learn history is to visit them first hand. Here are 15 U.S. Historical Sites that every American should visit before they die. U.S. Historical Sites Every American Should Visit Before They Die Kobuk Valley National Park, Alaska…
National Parks of Alaska
There is plenty of wilderness to explore in Alaska. The 23 National Parks of Alaska are some of the rawest and untouched wilderness areas in the US.
20 Best Day Hikes in the USA to Put on Your Bucket List
There is no shortage of hiking trails in the National Parks. There are more than 21,000 miles of hiking trail spread across 419 National Park Service Units. Some hikes are short boardwalks and others are long-distance hiking trails There is a park and trail for every hiking skill level. Not every hiker wants to head into the wilderness and spend the night. So I asked a few of my fellow travel bloggers and national park lovers to share their favorite National Park Day Hike to create a giant bucket list of days hikes for you to explore. Each of these hikes is between 5-18 miles long and takes between 3-12…
How to Get to Denali National Park in 2022
Post Summary: How to Get to Denali National Park in 2022 The first step in planning any visit to Denali National Park is planning how long to spend in the park and how you are going to get there. Denali is one of the most accessible national parks in Alaska but it is still a remote National Park and can be a little tricky to visit. We are going to break down all your options for how to get to Denali National Park. Quick Guide for getting to Denali National Park Compared to other Alaska National Parks, Denali National Park and Preserve is pretty easy to get to. The park…
Denali Road Lottery – Everything You Need to Know in 2022
Post Summary: Denali Road Lottery Denali National Park and Preserve is a special place. The park is 6 million acres yet only has 92 miles of road. The park is home moose, Dall sheep, caribou, grizzly bears, wolves and much more. The real highlight of the park is the mountain. Denali is both the name of the park and the name of the tallest mountain in North America. Every year, 600,000 people visit this park. Most will spend 8 hours or so on a bus trip through the park. In September, a special group of visitors are given the chance to drive the Denali Park Road in their own vehicle…
11 Things to Know Before Visiting Denali National Park and Preserve
Post Summary: Things to Know Before Visiting Denali National Park Denali National Park and Preserve is located in the heart of the state of Alaska. This 6 million-acre park protects a wide range of ecosystems. The park covers lowland deciduous taiga to tundra to the snowcapped peaks of the Alaska Mountain Range. This popular park is a featured stop on many an Alaskan adventure. A visit to Denali is a unique experience. Here are 11 things to know before visiting Denali National Park and Preserve. Things to Know Before Visiting Denali National Park and Preserve Denali National Park is open year-round It might not seem like it but Denali National and…
Denali National Park Camping: The Definitive Guide to Camping in Denali National Park
Post Summary: Camping in Denali National Park Denali National Park and Preserve is one of the United States’ largest national parks. The park spans across river valleys, aspen forests, tundra, and the Alaskan mountain range. The park is a wild and untamed place. This untamed nature can make Denali National Park a foreboding place. She is a massive 6 million acre park with only 92 miles of road where only 15 miles of road is open to the public. This can make access and camping in Denali National Park and Preserve a challenge. Here is everything you need to know about front-country camping in Denali National Park and Preserve. Denali Campgrounds at…
Best National Parks to Visit in Fall
Fall is a wonderful time to spend in the national parks. The weather is slowly changing from the heat of summer to the cool of winter. I always feel like the parks come back to life. The wildlife is more active with their last-minute winter preparations. This year’s babies are starting to find their place in the world and are a little more active and ready to explore their environment. Best of all, the colors start to change. Here are the 11 Best National Parks to Visit in the Fall. Best National Parks for Fall Best National Parks for a Fall Getaway Denali National Park and Preserve Best Time to…