When you have One Day to explore the North Cascades

Copy my North Cascades National Park itinerary to get tipsy from the trip to this part of the Evergreen State where even the lakes color-coordinate with the foliage!

Top Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park

Want to make the most of your trip to Grand Teton National Park? From iconic sights to scenic drives and great stops, here are the top 5 things to do in Grand Teton National Park, especially if it’s your first time in the area.

Avenue of the Giants – An unmissable Scenic Route thro’ Redwoods

The Avenue of the Giants is a scenic drive through the iconic Coast Redwoods of Northern California. See why you don’t want to miss this >>

Mary Bowerman Trail: Great Views Guaranteed!

If mountain vistas are your kind of view, you’re sure to get tipsy from the trip to Mary Bowerman Trail on Mt. Diablo’s summit. What to know before you go >>

Terrific Trails: Zion Canyon Overlook Trail

To hike or not to hike: Here’s what you should know about the Canyon Overlook Trail. How to get there, how to stay safe, the trail itself, the views …

When Fall Colors arrive in Tioga Pass

You probably know about this mountain Pass that runs through Yosemite. Now come see some fall color in Tioga Pass, if you haven’t already.

What to see in Rocky Mountain National Park

The must-see scenic stops at the national park on the Colorado Rockies, and how to see them all.

Shades of Fall on the Southern Sierras

Colors of Sequoia National Park in Fall; a photo post.

A drive through the highest motorable road in the US

… and let’s get tipsy from the views from from the highest auto road in the country.

Summer Sights: It’s Wildflowers Galore in Big Sur

Come, let’s do another scenic drive along Highway 1 and see some wildflowers at different points-of-interest in Big Sur.