How to Get to Dry Tortugas National Park in 2022
Planning a visit to Dry Tortugas National Park but confused on how to get there? Check out our to how to get to Dry Tortugas National Park guide.
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.
How to Make the Most of a Weekend in Everglades National Park
Everglades National Park is a unique and special place in the National Park System. Everglades was the first National Park created to protect an ecosystem. On the surface, the park looks like a vast grassland with clumps of trees here or there but when you step back and really look at the park, a wonderful world opens up. The park has a range of subtropical ecosystems from Pinelands to mangroves to freshwater sloughs to marine and estuarine. Everglades National Park is home to a vast array of wildlife and plant life just waiting for you to explore it. This national park is located near Miami, Florida, and is perfect for…
23 Best USA National Parks to Visit in the Spring
Spring is a special time to spend in the national parks. During this season the temperatures are starting to get warmer and life returns to the area. Wildlife comes out of hibernation becomes more active as spring begins to bloom in the parks. Most parks begin to reopen during the spring after limited access during the winter months. The best part, flowers begin to bloom in fields and along the hiking trails. Here are the 23 Best USA National Parks to Visit in the Spring. What to Pack for a Spring National Park Trip America the Beautiful National Parks Pass: If you intend to visit more than 3 National Park…
10 Southeastern Labor Day Weekend Getaways in the National Parks
Labor Day in the southeast is a great time of the year. Summer is still in season and the weather is perfect for being outdoors. There is plenty of outdoor adventure to be had in the south. From relaxing by a river to canoeing in a swamp to climbing a mountain, the southeast has a range of weekend offerings. Here are 10 excellent southeastern Labor Day Weekend Getaways in the National Parks. Southeastern Labor Day Weekend Getaways Cape Hatteras National Seashore Cape Hatteras National Seashore is located on the Outerbanks of North Carolina. Their 70 miles of shoreline that stretches from Bodie Island to Ocracoke Island. Cape Hatteras offers miles of…
An half-day visit to Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in Saint Augustine. Florida
In one of North America’s oldest cities (that was founded by Europeans), a historic fort has stood the test of time. The Castillo de San Marcos has had a colored history from the time it was built. Ownership has changed from Spanish to English to Spanish to American. The name of the fort has changed with its owners. The fort has stood the test of time and while not used to defect the city of St. Augustine, it is one of the most popular and important sites in the city. A visit to Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is necessary to understand the history of the city and the…