[Ashland, OR, Sep 5, 2026] A rainstorm had come through the area overnight, but we woke up to sunny skies. It was still a bit chilly though, so we were not in a hurry to go out for our hike. We slept in and enjoyed the breakfast at our hotel, although the dining room was…
[Originally published Apr 9, 2022] Unless you’re paying close attention to a map, the proximity of some of America’s best national parks to both our southern and northern neighbors might elude you. Below are some easy sojourns into Canada and Mexico on a national park trip. Be sure to bring your valid (unexpired) passport! Victoria,…
[International Falls, MN, Aug 29, 2026] I wasn’t overly excited about Voyageurs National Park. For a hiker like me, Voyageurs does not have much to offer because it’s a water-based park. Interconnected lakes, wetlands and waterways make up close to 50% of its area. It’s also fairly remote, tucked away against the Canadian border on…
[Cape Perpetua, OR, Sun, Jan 18, 2026] We started our second full day in Florence quite early. Florence had no Tesla superchargers, so we had to hightail it an hour north to Newport in morning. We grabbed coffees and a blueberry coffee cake at the Chalet Restaurant & Bakery while waiting for the car to…
[Shaniko / Mitchell, OR, Oct 17-19, 2025] With October weather continuing to hold steady, I took my second last-minute trip of the month to John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Just like with the golden larches, we booked this trip just the week before when we realized the weather will cooperate. I was excited because…