Yosemite National Park is one of the most recognizable and jaw-dropping national parks in America! If you’re hoping to get epic photographs of the majestic mountains and waterfalls that make Yosemite so famous, we are here to share our favorite Yosemite Valley views for first-time visitors. Podcast Episode Overview Let’s talk about a national park … The post 5 Best Iconic Yosemite Valley Views for First-Time Visitors appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail spans nearly 4,900 miles, traversing the ancestral lands of over 60 Indigenous nations. It traces the paths taken by the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803-1806, spanning from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the shores of the Pacific Ocean. Podcast Episode Overview We are doing something new on the podcast! … The post Interview with Ranger Ryan from Lewis and Clark NHT appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Cuyahoga Valley National Park is one of the few national parks in the middle of the country and the only national park in Ohio. It is tucked between the cities of Cleveland and Akron, making it easy to access. Downtown Cleveland is just a short drive of thirty minutes from the park. The two nearest … The post Exploring Cuyahoga Valley National Park: Best Tips + Activities appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are doing a mailbag episode! We are diving into some of the questions we have gotten from you guys about the national parks and sharing our best tips and suggestions.  Join us as we discuss some camping tips, the best trails for solo hiking, park ranger … The post Mailbag – Camping Tips and Best Trails for Solo Hiking appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Glacier Bay National Park covers 5,156 square miles of Alaska’s Inside Passage, one of the last wild coastlines along the Pacific Ocean. Temperate rainforest, dynamic glaciers, and alpine tundra define this area of Southeast Alaska and make Glacier Bay one of the most unique national parks in the United States. Podcast Episode Overview Join us … The post Five Fun Facts About Glacier Bay National Park appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Many people know Yellowstone National Park for Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, and Grand Prismatic Spring. Did you know that some of the most abundant wildlife in Wyoming lurks between these iconic natural features?  Yellowstone National Park is a great place to see species that rarely live elsewhere, like the gray wolf and grizzly bears! … The post Best Places to See Wildlife in Yellowstone National Park appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Overview of Exploring Glacier Bay National Park Glacier Bay National Park covers 5,156 square miles of Alaska’s Inside Passage, one of the last wild coastlines along the Pacific Ocean. Temperate rainforest, dynamic glaciers, and alpine tundra define this area of Southeast Alaska and make Glacier Bay one of the most unique national parks in the … The post Exploring Glacier Bay: Tips for Trip Planning and Activities appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Overview of an Epic 10-Day Utah National Parks Road Trip The Utah Mighty Five is a classic American Southwest road trip, and we’re here to make sure you have a great time without the stress! One of the most frequent questions we get is how much time you should spend visiting and traveling between Utah’s … The post Epic 10-Day Utah National Parks Road Trip Itinerary appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Olympic National Park was designated in 1938 by President Franklin Roosevelt. Today, it covers 1,441 square miles of the Olympic Peninsula from the Pacific Ocean to the Olympic Mountains. Since achieving national park status, Olympic has also been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve. Olympic National Park is one of … The post Olympic National Park Fun Facts – Things You Didn’t Know appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more

Curious about potential new national parks? In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we’re diving into emerging candidates that you won’t want to miss. Join us as we explore seven key locations where people are advocating for national park status! Join us as we discuss:  We hope you enjoy learning about these potential national … The post New National Park Contenders 2024 appeared first on Dirt In My Shoes ..read more