Glacier National Park is one of Montana's biggest draws and one of the gems of the Northwest. According to the National Park Service, the park contains more than 700 miles of trails throughout terrain containing rugged peaks, alpine meadows, forests and many lakes. The park also offers many fabulous lodgings, most of which have incredible views of the surrou… read more
Southeast Alaska is also known as "The Panhandle," which covers more than 35,000 square miles. Explore the Inside Passage and popular destinations Skagway, Haines, Juneau and Ketchikan. read more
While your image of Alaska travel may entail erecting a tent at Denali National Park and munching on an energy bar, you can set your sights much higher in terms of comfort and extravagance. The Last Frontier offers luxury in all directions from its major hub, Anchorage, as well as via Seward and Juneau. You can follow your dream of finding a little patch of… read more
Enjoy the beauty of Montana on Amtrak's Empire Builder as it travels through the Rocky Mountains to Glacier National Park. Lodging in the park is rustic and natural, although there are a few grand lodges with modern conveniences offering swimming pools, hot tubs, boat rentals, guided excursions and elegant dining. Rooms in the park are limited; however, the… read more
From the massive timbers of early twentieth century rustic lodges to minimalistic fifties-era motor inns, accommodations within Glacier National Park lend historic charm to a wilderness vacation. Visitors can choose from the park's hotels, motels, inns and cabins, which all offer basic rooms in incredible surroundings. read more
Before hiking up to glaciers or seeking the Aurora Borealis, get an overview of parks, towns, and highways with a Alaska bus tour. Bring a camera to capture amazing views and prepare to soak up tips and stories from knowledgeable tour… read more
Located just to the northwest of Canada, the state of Alaska is an outdoor enthusiast's dream and a great place for family vacations. Here in this rugged wilderness you'll find all kinds of activities and sights, from hiking, biking an… read more
Seward, Alaska, has a multitude of fishing opportunities. When visiting the area you can catch Pacific halibut, king salmon, pink and silver salmon, rockfish and lingcod. Like much of Alaska, in Seward you may fish rivers, bays and the… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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