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Best Stops on Highway 1: California Road Trip Itinerary
Post Topic: Best Stops on Highway 1 Our road trip down the coast on California’s Highway 1 was a bittersweet one. It was the start of a long road trip back to the Lone Star State. Randy and I had spent over five months away from home, working remotely, and exploring America’s vast beauty and diversity. We had mixed feelings about heading back to Dallas, but we were just trying to soak up every last minute of our epic trip. After heading up to Redwoods National Park and making it within 5 miles of the Oregon border (still kicking ourselves for not crossing that border), we were a grand total…
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10 Jaw-Dropping Things to Do in Redwoods National and State Parks
Did you know that Coastal California is home to some of the tallest trees in the word? Well it is! But seeing the tallest trees in the world is only one of the incredible things to do in Redwoods National Park. The park is home to incredible lush and tall forests, dense fern canyons, epic coastal views, and lots of wildlife. Redwoods National Park is joined with nearby Jedidiah Smith Redwoods State Park, Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, and Del Norte State Park. These parks make up Redwoods National and State Parks. The parks are cooperated by the National Park System and the California Department of Parks and Recreation. In…
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Antelope Island State Park: The Best of The Great Salt Lake
Post Topic: Things to Do in Antelope Island State Park Antelope Island State Park is an island on Utah’s famous Great Salt Lake. The park is only 25 miles north of Salt Lake City and is the best place to see and enjoy the Great Salt Lake. The island is over 28,000 acres and has many hiking trails, beach access, and lots of wildlife. The island is known for its heard of Proghorn Antelope and American Bison. Antelope Island is a perfect outdoor escape from the big city of Salt Lake City. The scenery at Antelope Island is so impressive. There were many times I was reminded of scenery I’ve…
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10 Hiking Spots Near Denver to Check Out this Spring
We spent most of the month of March in and around Denver. During our month long stay in Denver, we were able to scope out many hiking spots that are a quick drive from the city. Keep reading for a list of my favorite hiking spots near Denver. And with spring upon us and summer right around the corner, hiking season is about to take off full-force. Start your hiking season off with these gorgeous hikes near Denver. Denver is located very close to the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and there are so many outdoor recreation areas with miles and miles of hiking trails only 30 minutes from the…
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6 Out-of-this-World Alpine Lake Trails near Denver
We’ve been in Denver for a couple of weeks now and we’ve spent a much time as possible seeking out frozen Alpine Lake Trails near Denver. I’ve always loved hiking in the mountains but I’m a real sucker for trails that end at an alpine lake. What’s better than a mountain view accompanied by a pristine lakeshore? Alpine lakes are usually associated with summertime hikes, but they shouldn’t be overlooked in the winter. Each of these lakes would make terrific summer hikes but they’re almost more magical in wintertime. Absolute winter wonderlands. Are you looking for epic outdoor adventures to enjoy in Colorado? You may also like these articles: 10…
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Hidden Gems Near Colorado Springs
Post Topic: Unique Things to do in Colorado Springs If you’ve been keeping up with The Postcard Traveler, you know that we took off on an epic 6 month road trip through the American West last year. With Randy working remotely and our lease in Dallas coming to an end, we decided to hit the road and experience a different pace of life for a bit. Our first stop after leaving Dallas, was Colorado Springs, Colorado! We’ve both been through Colorado Springs before but never really stopped to explore the area. There is so much natural beauty and wonder to experience in Colorado Springs. If you haven’t been, you should…
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Sedona: A Hiker’s Paradise
Post Topic: Best Hikes in Sedona that You Can’t Miss If I’m being honest, I’ve been dragging my feet on writing this post. Partly because life has been so chaotic with other responsibilities and partly because I felt like I couldn’t do it justice. Sedona completely blew us away, in a very unexpected way. As a national park junkie, I was a tad bit apprehensive about visiting a hiking destination that wasn’t a national park. You know what I mean? National Parks just do everything better. But I’m now convinced that Sedona SHOULD be a national park! Day hiking has easily become one of my most favorite activities, especially when…
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A Weekend Guide to Broken Bow
Post Topic: Things to do in Broken Bow, Oklahoma I can’t believe I’ve waited this long to visit Broken Bow! Seriously, why haven’t I been to this incredible place? Let’s just say that I was completely blown away by the natural beauty of Broken Bow, Oklahoma. You will be, too! This past August, I visited Broken Bow for the first time for one of my bestie’s bachelorette party. I knew almost immediately that I needed to come back and bring Randy so we could enjoy this spectacular place together! So, we made campsite reservations and headed up to Broken Bow this past weekend for a much-needed escape from the city!…
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10 Can’t Miss Stops on the Oregon Coast
Post Topic: Things to do on the Oregon Coast There’s just something special and rugged about the Oregon coast. Along the coast you will find a mixture of steep rock cliffs, impressive rock formations, and sandy beaches with tide pools that are home to different types of sea life. Hop on the 101 and there’s so much to see! As you drive up the coast of Oregon there’s something new to see every few miles. As a native of Texas, a state where you must drive hours and hours between cities and locations, the proximity of different sights was breath of fresh air. The Oregon coast strongly resembles its southern…
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Best State Parks in North Texas for an Outdoor Getaway
North Texas has been my home for the past seven years. However, it wasn’t until recently that I began to have a desire to explore and share my close-to-home adventures. As a lover of the outdoors, I have compiled a list of my favorite state parks in North Texas that are easily accessible from the Dallas/Fort Worth area and provide ample opportunities for adventure. Maybe we can thank the Coronavirus Pandemic for giving many of us perspective and realizing that you don’t have to fly half-way across the world to experience adventure and beauty. I know for me, it took a pandemic to realize that I can find beauty in…
