Planning an outdoor adventure this summer? Check out these recommendations for campgrounds in the Midwest.
Surprising Splendor in Nebraska: Smith Falls State Park
Tucked away in North Central Nebraska is a surprising discovery.
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One Night in Badlands National Park
See what it’s like to camp in Sage Creek Campground, surrounded by bison and prairie dogs.
Devils Tower is a Clerical Error and 14 Other Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know
Not-so-secret secrets of one of America’s most recognizable landmarks.
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From Capitol Reef to Moab through a land filled with Goblins
Whether you think they look like martians or goblins, there’s no denying the uniqueness of this Utah State Park.
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Switchbacks, Slot Canyons, and Really Nice Pit Toilets
A fortunate encounter with a loquacious Ranger makes for one of the best experiences of our cross-country journey.
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Say Yes to Ferne Clyffe State Park
Ferne Clyffe State Park will always have a warm place in my heart.
One Night in Joshua Tree
Find out what it’s like to spend a night in Joshua Tree National Park in this excerpt from “Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1.”
Camping Should be a Pre-Marriage Requirement and Other Road Trip Observations
As we got back on I-40 for the short drive, relatively speaking, to Albuquerque, I thought about everything we’d seen and done since we’d left home only six days ago. When I first had the idea for this trip, and then began planning it, I wasn’t sure what to expect beyond expecting that it would …
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Surviving I-40
Break up the monotony of I-40 through Texas and New Mexico with buried cars, a Blue Hole, and a Big Hunk.
Exploring Palo Duro Canyon: Texas is Huge. Canyons are Deep. Turkeys are Jerks.
We learned a few things camping and hiking in Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
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Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge: Half a Billion Years in the Making
This beautiful, magical place is located in southwestern Oklahoma and is home to bison, Texas long horns, and other wildlife.
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