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Bison jams on the lower loop, a rainbow over the Lower Falls that felt like it was made just for us, prairie dog babies popping out of their burrows mid-traffic-stop, and of course, insane views — this is Yellowstone we’ve come to know and love.
And it’s what we experienced on our latest trip there, yes, even in the summer!
Prepare to be amazed, because even after several trips to America’s most well-known national park, there’s still so much to love.
In this episode, we cover:Why Yellowstone traffic is wild, but how you can still find peace and solitude in the park Why Lamar Valley remains the single best wildlife-watching spot in the country (and what we saw this trip)Just how big this park really is, and why a good plan makes all the differenceWhy the geothermal features in Yellowstone beat anywhere else on earthGeysers you might not have on your radar yetWhy even frequent visitors to Yellowstone keep getting surprised, including a rainbow at Red Rock Point and a first-ever moose sighting in the parkYour task for today: Have you been to Yellowstone and had one of those moments of pure amazement? Tell us about it over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page!
Don't miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/yellowstone-trip-report
Planning your own Yellowstone adventure?
Yellowstone Ultimate Guide: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/yellowstone-national-park/Episode 112: Yellowstone Tips – What You Need To Know Before You Go!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/yellowstone-tips-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-go/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Parks Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Tucked between two of Colorado's most towering mountain ranges is a landscape that feels almost fictional. 30 square miles of dunes rising taller than the Gateway Arch, somehow thriving in the heart of the Rockies — it’s a place that you have to see to believe.
In this episode, we're digging into some fun facts that will show you why the Great Sand Dunes National Park is so incredible – including how it came to be and why it almost didn’t survive.
In this episode, we cover:How the tallest dunes in all of North America came to beThe three main dunes: Star Dune, Hidden Dune, and High DuneThe rare surge flow phenomenon that can send waves 12 to 20 inches highThe naturally magnetic black sand called magnetite, and why a lightning storm can make your compass spinWhy geologists still can't agree on how old these dunes actually areThe Great Sand Dunes gold rush of the 1920s — and the local women's organization that saved the park from becoming a gravel pitHow a water development threat decades later nearly destroyed the sand recycling systemThe 2004 legislation that made the park four times larger and solidified its protectionYour task for today: Find the nonprofit partner for your favorite national park, follow them on social, and let us know who they are over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram so we can support them too!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/great-sand-dunes-fun-facts-everything-that-makes-this-park-so-incredible/
Planning your own Great Sand Dunes adventure?5 Things You Can't Miss On Your First Visit to Great Sand Dunes: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-great-sand-dunes-national-park/Episode 146: Prepare to be Wowed at Great Sand Dunes National Park! (Best Tips + Activities): https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-great-sand-dunes-national-park-best-tips-activities/Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Parks Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
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Picture this: you’re standing at the foot of the tallest dunes in North America, a snow-capped mountain towering behind you, and nature singing all around you. If it sounds awe-inspiring, that’s because it is! And it’s exactly why Great Sand Dunes National Park needs to be next on your national park bucket list.
It may not be the country’s most well-known park, but it’s a gem in and of itself! Today, we are exploring Great Sand Dunes and walking you through everything you need to know to plan a perfect day in one of Colorado's most underrated parks.
In this episode, we cover:
The geography that makes this place so amazing Where to stay near the park The quiet little nature trail that will soothe your soul The full Medano Creek experience, including when to come for "Colorado's beach" (yes…it is as interesting as it sounds!) Sand sledding tips (and why it is so much better here than at White Sands) Everything you need to know about hiking High Dune Our perfect day at Great Sand Dunes from sunrise to sunsetYour task for today: Have you been to Great Sand Dunes National Park? Tell us your best (or most sand-blasted) memory over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram pages — and bonus points if you have a video of yourself sand sledding (gracefully…or ungracefully, no shame)!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-great-sand-dunes-national-park-best-tips-activities/
Planning your own Great Sand Dunes National Park adventure?
5 Things You Can't Miss On Your First Visit to Great Sand Dunes: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-great-sand-dunes-national-park/Episode 35: Swimming Holes in the Parks: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/swimming-holes-in-the-parks-olympic-great-sand-dunes-and-dry-tortugas/ Episode 110: Colorado National Parks Road Trip!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/colorado-national-parks-road-trip/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Parks Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of national parks and explore the interesting behavior that can be observed within these amazing landscapes. From hazardous driving incidents to ill-prepared hikers, we discuss the unique experiences that make national parks even more interesting.
We strive to strike a balance between amusement and respectful observation, and hope you enjoy learning about the antics and misadventures that have taken place, leaving us amused and entertained.
In this episode, we cover:
National Park Visitor BingoThe craziest things we see every time we are in the parksTwo Truths and a LieThe people who put the wild in wildlifeThe things people do for social media Why the buffalo is the king of beastsSports in the parksYes, the water in Yellowstone is boilingDumb things the park service has doneMany of these things are funny, but how we interact with these national parks has a significant impact, so it's important to know what to do and what not to do!
We created a bingo card for all the unusual tourist behaviors we've observed on our National Park visits. Just to name a few: drivers abruptly stopping on highways to capture photos of mundane objects like trees; tourists struggling to open bear-proof garbage cans; first-time RV drivers; people feeding wildlife with their hands; visitors approaching wildlife for selfies; hiking in flip-flops; and many more.
Your Task For The Day: Get ready for your summer travels! Grab our Bingo card so your group can play along on your next national park vacation! >> Download our BINGO card here <<
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/stupid-national-park-behavior/
Planning your own National Parks adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes Itineraries: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/ Dirt In My Shoes National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
It’s going down!
In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, John and Ash, a former park ranger, are fighting it out in the ultimate trail rumble! Join us as we rank our favorite national park hiking trails.
Buckle up because there will be some fighting. We both made our own lists, and we are ready to see who comes out victorious!
In this episode, we cover:
An incredible immersive hike A great hike to take during the sunsetTrails to see in Sequoia KingsTrails full of adventure and amazing sightsA must-see trail in Yosemite Trails we love at Acadia A couple of epic trails in Mount Rainier National ParkOur favorite mountain trailsIt was so hard to rank the trails because there are truly so many amazing ones to see! But we hope you enjoy this fun ranking episode and that it will inspire you to get out on a trail somewhere.
Your task for today: Have you hiked any of these iconic trails? How would you rank them? Let us know your favorite hiking trails over on the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-11-national-park-hiking-trails-ranked/
Planning your own National Parks hiking adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes Itineraries: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/ Dirt In My Shoes National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are talking about what we consider to be one of the top road trips that you can take -- the Grand Circle. This amazing road trip includes nine western national parks!
You get to see some truly cool stuff on this route, and we are so excited to be sharing what we love about it today.
In this episode, we cover:
Where to start when road tripping the Grand CircleCool things to do in Zion National ParkWhat you have to see at Bryce CanyonOur favorite stops along Highway 12What we love about Kodachrome State ParkWhat’s so amazing about Capitol Reef National ParkWhy Goblin Valley is a must-seeWhy you should check out Little Wild Horse CanyonWhat to check out if you love Native American artWhat you need to do at Arches National ParkThe views in Dead Horse Point State ParkThe districts in CanyonlandsThe most underrated park that you need to visitWhy we love the Million Dollar Highway The coolest things about Mesa Verde Why you should stop at Chaco CanyonOther off-route stops you might want to check out The amazing fossils at Petrified Forest National Park Why you should spend some extra time exploring the Grand CanyonDon’t miss the *full show notes* packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-15-grand-circle-road-trip-one-trip-nine-national-parks/
Planning your own Grand Circle adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes Itineraries: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/ Dirt In My Shoes National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are diving into one of the parks we get the most questions about - Yellowstone!
Since everyone starts trip planning after the holidays, we figured this was the perfect time to tell you everything you need to know about this beautiful park in case you’re heading there this year. So come along as we explore Yellowstone!
In this episode, we cover:
What we love about Old Faithful Why Grand Prismatic is so cool Why the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a must for your first trip Our favorite viewpoint in the Canyon area Hiking trails you don’t want to miss Food to try while visiting YellowstoneWhat we think of the “Great One Buffalo” Our favorite things about the Norris Geyser Basin The wildlife you can find in Lamar Valley The differences between the northern and southern loopsDon’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-10-exploring-yellowstone/
Planning your own Yellowstone National Park adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes Yellowstone Itinerary: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/products/yellowstone-itinerary Dirt In My Shoes Yellowstone National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/yellowstone-national-park/ Episode 73: The Best Places in Yellowstone to See Wildlife: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/best-places-to-see-wildlife-in-yellowstone-national-park/ Episode 112: Yellowstone Tips — What You Need to Know Before You Go!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/yellowstone-tips-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-go/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
If you love a drive that has you gasping, laughing, and pulling over every few minutes for “just one more” viewpoint, you are going to have so much fun with this episode. We’re sharing 15 of our favorite scenic drives across the national parks and how you can plan your own visit to each!
In this episode, we cover:
Our top 15 national park scenic drives, grouped into big bucket list roads, overlooked drives in popular parks, and hidden gems in lesser known parksKey logistics for each drive, including typical opening seasons, road lengths, and important vehicle size or road condition notesThe hikes, overlooks, and viewpoints we love along these roads, plus the wildlife you are most likely to seeHow these drives fit into a bigger trip so you can plan your time around sunrise, sunset, and trail daysYour task for today:
Pick one of the 15 scenic drives from this episode and move it to the very top of your national park bucket list, then head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and tell us which drive you are most excited to experience next!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/best-scenic-drives-in-the-national-parks/
Planning your own scenic drive adventure?
Episode 117: Favorite national parks road trips: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/favorite-national-park-road-trips/ Episode 23: Scariest national park roads ranked: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-23-scariest-national-park-roads-ranked/ Episode 81: Insider tips for driving Going to the Sun Road: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/insider-tips-for-driving-glaciers-going-to-the-sun-road/ Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Wind Cave National Park is one of the most surprising, mysterious, and underrated parks in the Black Hills. Today we are diving into Wind Cave fun facts that will completely change the way you see this small-on-the-surface but massive-underground national park.
In this episode, we cover:
Why Wind Cave National Park gets bypassed, and why we think it should notThe human history that makes Wind Cave feel like an adventure story, including the cave’s Lakota name, Maka Oniye, or “Breathing Earth”The teen explorer who mapped the first miles of the cave with string, candlelight, and a whole lot of braveryThe rare cave formations Wind Cave is famous for, including boxwork and giant helictite bushesThe secret behind the wind, and why scientists think we have only discovered about 10% of the cave so farYour task for today:
Spend 15 to 20 minutes on the Wind Cave National Park Service website and look up one thing we talked about, like the Lakota emergence story, Alvin McDonald’s diary entries, or the cave formation photos.
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-fascinating-fun-facts-about-wind-cave-national-park/
Planning your own Wind Cave National Park adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes South Dakota Itinerary: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/products/south-dakota-itinerary Dirt In My Shoes Wind Cave National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/wind-cave-national-park/ Episode 135: 139: Exploring Wind Cave National Park: Best Tips + Activities: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-wind-cave-national-park-best-tips-activities/ Episode 29: The Black Hills (Wind Cave, Custer State Park, Wind Cave, and more!): https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/29-the-black-hills-wind-cave-custer-state-park-jewel-cave-and-more/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Wind Cave National Park is one of the most underrated stops in the Black Hills, and it is absolutely worth digging a little deeper for. Come with us into the prairies of South Dakota for rare cave beauty, bison sightings, and the kind of quiet that makes you exhale.
In this episode, we cover:
Why Wind Cave is so underrated, and why I recommend it even when people say Jewel Cave is “prettier”How to get cave tour tickets (and why you should not wait until the day of)Which three tours to choose from as a first time visitor, plus options for special toursWhat to expect on your tour (temperature, what you can and cannot bring, and tips if you have kids)Easy, high reward things to do above ground, including wildlife drives, a short scenic hike, and a quick trip to Hot SpringsYour task for today: Have you been to Wind Cave National Park? Tell us what you loved, and share your best photos (because this park is famously hard to photograph!). Head over to our post on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and share with us!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-wind-cave-national-park-best-tips-activities/
Planning your own Wind Cave National Park adventure?
Dirt in My Shoes South Dakota Itinerary: https://shop.dirtinmyshoes.com/products/south-dakota-itinerary Dirt In My Shoes Wind Cave National Park Planning Resources: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/wind-cave-national-park/ Episode 29: The Black Hills (Wind Cave, Custer State Park, Wind Cave, and more!): https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/29-the-black-hills-wind-cave-custer-state-park-jewel-cave-and-more/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Cactus, sunshine, and desert drama: this is the episode where we go all in on the most iconic plant of the American West. Saguaro National Park is bursting with towering giants and incredible stories of survival, and we’re digging into all of it!
In this episode, we cover:
Why the saguaro cactus is an American icon (and possibly a giant green lightsaber)What makes saguaros so tough, and why they only grow in certain parts of the desertThe mind-blowing slow growth of a baby saguaro, and how nurse trees help them surviveThe park's wild history of cactus rustling and near collapseHow the saguaro population is finally bouncing backYour task for today: Visit Saguaro National Park’s Facebook or Instagram and thank a ranger! Their work protects plants that won’t even reach full height in their lifetimes, and it’s incredible.
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-incredible-fun-facts-about-arizonas-saguaro-national-park/
Planning your own Saguaro National Park adventure?
Episode 136: Exploring Saguaro National Park: Best Tips + Activities: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/136-exploring-saguaro-national-park-best-tips-activities/5 Things You Can’t Miss on Your First Visit to Saguaro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-saguaro/ 8 Day Spring Break National Parks Road Trip!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/8-day-spring-break-national-parks-road-trip/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
The wildlife showdown is on! We’re covering the best national parks to see animals in the wild. Whether you’re hoping to see wolves in Yellowstone or whales in Glacier Bay, we share our favorite parks for seeing animals across the U.S., from the great plains of Yellowstone to the coastal coves of Glacier Bay.
In this episode, we cover:
Our favorite national parks for wildlife overall, plus why Alaska is in a whole different weight classWhere to go for specific animals, including black bears, grizzlies, moose, wolves, and buffalo (yes, we said buffalo)The best parks for sea life, from dolphins and manatees to whales you can literally hear from your roomA rapid-fire list of parks for some surprising creatures, like condors, bats, bighorn sheep, and birdsYour task for today: What wildlife have you not seen yet that you really want to see in a national park? Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/the-best-national-parks-for-wildlife-viewing/
Planning your own wildlife viewing adventure?
Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
The silhouettes of giant saguaros against a glowing desert sky are the kind of view that stops you in your tracks. If you want one park that delivers pure golden hour magic, spicy Tucson flavor, and a choose-your-own-adventure split right down the middle, Saguaro National Park is it.
In this episode, we cover:
Why Saguaro is basically two parks in one, with a whole city in between, and how that changes your planning.The best time of year to visit, plus why sunrise and sunset matter here more than almost anywhere else.Our go-to stops on West Saguaro, including our favorite campground, a tiny trail we do every time, and quick hikes with big payoff.Our go-to stops on East Saguaro, where the saguaros get huge, the loop drive is paved, and bikers are everywhere.The Tucson extras that make the trip even better, including Sonoran hot dogs, two museums we love, and one oddly specific RV tip.Your task for today: Pick your side! Are you a West Saguaro person who wants more solitude, or an East Saguaro person who wants the biggest, oldest saguaros you can find? Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/136-exploring-saguaro-national-park-best-tips-activities/
Planning your own Saguaro National Park adventure?
5 Things You Can’t Miss on Your First Visit to Saguaro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-saguaro/ 8 Day Spring Break National Parks Road Trip!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/8-day-spring-break-national-parks-road-trip/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
What do an erupting volcano, a flooded forest, and the 250th anniversary of American independence have in common? They all made our list of top national park adventures from 2025! This year gave us some unforgettable experiences, and we can't wait to share them with you.
In this episode, we cover:
Why Boston is the perfect place to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026What it’s like to kayak Cedar Creek in Congaree National ParkHow we managed to see Kilauea erupting in real time at Hawaii Volcanoes National ParkYour task for today: Check the USGS or NPS website to see if Kilauea is still erupting, and start planning your own once-in-a-lifetime lava-viewing trip. Or, if volcanoes aren’t in the cards, look up Revolutionary War sites in the national park system to help plan your 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/our-top-3-national-park-experiences-in-2025/
Planning your own 2026 adventure?
Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Wondering when to visit the Mighty 5 or which parks are best for kids? Trying to figure out if staying inside the park is really worth the price? This episode of Exploring the National Parks is packed with tips and personal stories to help you plan smarter for 2026!
In this episode, we cover:
When it's definitely worth camping inside the park versus staying in a gateway townHow to outsmart (or at least survive) Recreation.gov reservations and what NOT to doWhat to expect in Glacier in June vs. JulyOur favorite hidden gems in Yellowstone and Grand TetonWhen to road trip the Mighty 5, how we travel with kids, and more!Your task for today: We want to know whether or not you think Exploring the National Parks should be a video podcast! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know your thoughts!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/qa-recreation-gov-loophole-hidden-gems-alaska-parks-and-utahs-mighty-five/
Planning your own 2026 adventure?
Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Sunshine, salty breezes, and three incredible Florida national parks in one unforgettable road trip: Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas. Ready to chase wildlife, island-hop through the Keys, and discover Florida's wildest surprises in these national parks?
Welcome to our 10-day Florida national parks road trip!
In this episode, we cover:
A full 10-day road trip that visits Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas National ParksWildlife-packed trails, guided boat tours, and quiet corners of the Everglades you might missSnorkeling, lighthouses, and the island-party energy of Biscayne and Boca ChitaEpic journeys through the Florida Keys on your way to Dry TortugasThe very best spots for manatees, alligators, dolphins, and key lime pieYour task for today: Tell us which park on this Florida road trip you are MOST excited to explore (Everglades, Biscayne, or Dry Tortugas) over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page!
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/10-day-florida-national-parks-road-trip/
Planning your own Florida adventure?
Episode 6: Everglades Favorites: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-6-everglades-favorites/ Episode 7: Everglades Fun Facts: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-7-everglades-fun-facts/ Episode 8: Everglades Stories: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-8-everglades-stories/ Episode 9: Everglades Trip Planning: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-9-everglades-trip-planning/ Episode 58: Exploring Dry Tortugas: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-dry-tortugas/ Episode 59: Dry Tortugas Fun Facts: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-fun-facts-about-dry-tortugas-national-park/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ -
Congaree National Park feels alive in every direction, thriving with creatures, towering trees, and raw, wild energy. Step inside this primordial world with us and experience the Southeast as it once was through five fun facts!
In this episode, we cover:
Why Congaree National Park feels like stepping into a primordial worldRecord-breaking floods, champion trees, and the raw power of a living landscapeA Revolutionary War swamp fox and a daring fight for freedom near the McCord FerryThe hidden history of maroon camps and survival in the Congaree wildernessYour task for today: Watch The Patriot and notice how the swampy, river-filled landscape mirrors the real environments around Congaree. Then start dreaming about your own visit to this wild place! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think.
Planning your own Congaree adventure?
Episode 130: Exploring Congaree National Park: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-congaree-national-park-best-tips-activities/
Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/
National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/
Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-fascinating-fun-facts-about-congaree-national-park/
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Acadia National Park in July was a whirlwind of foggy mornings, lobster feasts, and sweaty summit hikes! From heated parking lot showdowns at Jordan Pond to the peaceful waves of Schoodic Point, this trip was full of surprises, laughs, and plenty of learning moments.
In this episode, we cover:
The absolute chaos of the Jordan Pond parking lot (and how to avoid it)Why fog and humidity made this one of our trickiest trips yetWhere to find the best lobster rolls outside of Bar HarborMountain summits, hidden gems, and Acadia adventures beyond the crowdsYour task for today: We hope we've convinced you that Acadia is still worth the trip, even with its challenges! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think. Have you ever witnessed a parking lot brawl or cried over the fog in a National Park? We'd love to hear your story!
Planning your own Acadia adventure?Dirt In My Shoes Acadia Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/acadia-itinerary/
Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/
National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/
Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/acadia-trip-report/
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The swamp lights up like a galaxy, and the forest hums with life you can hear before you see. Congaree surprised us in the best way, and we left with our socks knocked clean off!
In this episode, we cover:
Where Congaree National Park is, how close it is to Columbia and Charleston, and why it’s still one of the least visited parksWhen to go, including mosquitoes, water levels, and why late March worked so well for usThe boardwalk loop trail from the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, side trails, and what you’ll see along the wayHow to experience Cedar Creek by kayak or canoe and why we chose a guided tourCongaree’s synchronous fireflies, plus the lottery and timing compared to Great Smoky Mountains National ParkYour task for today: Make sure to head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know if you’re more excited to see the spiders or the snakes. Bonus points if you have been to Congaree and have stories to share!
Planning your own Congaree adventure?
Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/
National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/
Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-congaree-national-park-best-tips-activities/
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Ghostly holiday parties, dancing desert lights, and a low‑tide cave with a mind of its own. Ready to let curiosity win for one spooky night?
In this episode, we cover:
Halloween traditions in and around the parks!El Tovar at Grand Canyon and the friendly specter of Fred HarveyBig Bend by night, unexplained lights, and why it can feel like the loneliest park in the lower 48Acadia’s Devil’s Oven sea cave, low tide, and why the NPS wants you to give it spaceYour task for today: We hope we've convinced you that there's a lot more to our national parks than meets the eye! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram pages and let us know what you think. What's your favorite spooky story from a national park?
Planning your own spooky adventures?Dirt In My Shoes National Parks Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/
Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/
National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/
Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/
Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/haunted-national-parks-vol-3/
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