The Stanley Mountain trail head is located at the top of Berthoud Pass on Highway 40 in the Arapaho National Forest. After the first mile, we were hiking above timberline. What a great way to enjoy the amazing mountain views of the Continental Divide in both directions! The most difficult section of our hike was…
Just off I-80, East of Laramie, Wyoming is a section of the Medicine Bow National Forest called Pole Mountain. After driving the prior evening and all day from Kansas City, we were ready for an activity. We decided to stop since we could see Pole Mountain from the highway. It turned out to be a…
On our last day in Yellowstone National Park, we opted to exit the park through the east entrance, eager to soak in the last of its breathtaking views. We got an early start that day, the sun barely peeking over the horizon, and decided to take one more hike before leaving this magnificent place behind….
One thing Gail and I have learned during our travels across the United States is just how rich the country is with unusual, often overlooked places. While national parks highlight some of the most iconic landscapes in the world, it’s often the smaller, lesser-known destinations that give a region its true identity. Elephant Rocks State…
Lost Valley Trail in Arkansas is one of the most rewarding waterfall hikes in the Ozarks, packing caves, a natural bridge, and two waterfalls into a single, family-friendly hike. Located near Ponca in Newton County, this well-maintained trail is especially popular in spring when rainfall brings the waterfalls to life. We’ve hiked Lost Valley Trail…
