One of the first things we do when researching potential destinations within a state is to look up the state parks. These are designated natural wonders for a reason, and there can be some awesome views and trails to explore! And when I saw Tonto Natural Bridge State Park online, I knew that we had to stop here in person.
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Lee Vining, Calif.
Never heard of Lee Vining? I hadn't either before we set out to explore all aspects of the Eastern Sierras! This summer, we were fortunate to discover so many cool aspects of this relatively small, high elevation mountain town. It's only 30 minutes north of Mammoth Lakes, and 30 minutes south of Bridgeport, making it a worthwhile stop as you explore along the scenic Hwy 395.
Day Hiking Checklist: 12 Essentials to Bring on the Trail
While we just started hiking more seriously in the past five years, Steven and I got into hiking around 10 years ago. Some of our first hikes were when I was pregnant with Levi! Just in the past two months, we've hiked over 50 hours and 100 miles. Over this time, especially with the addition of our boys, we’ve perfected what to pack for a family day hike.
9 Reasons Why Your Family Will Love Dinosaur National Monument
One of the best aspects of winging our full-time travels is the fact that we can spend as long or as little as we desire in one place. One of those surprisingly stand-out stops for us was Dinosaur National Monument!
9 Tips & Tricks for Hiking with Kids
One of the most prevalent questions we receive as a family is what parents should know before they take their kiddos on a hike. Fortunately, there are lots of families who are successfully hiking with their kiddos -- and I've asked them to share their best tips!
