— Bear Lake is one of the most visited areas in Rocky Mountain NP. With a very easy hike of just 0.7 miles (1.1 km), the trail is flat and heavily trafficked. The lake sits at an altitude of 9,450 … Read More

— Here’s another overlook at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP: Pulpit Overlook. This is a very distinctive area in the canyon. A visitor can clearly see the erosion results on the north and south sides of the canyon. … Read More

— Can you spot the Gunnison River way down there? Warner Point in this location has a depth of 2,722 feet (829 m)! For your reference, remember that the Empire State Building is “only” 1,454 ft (443 m) to the … Read More

— During our first visit to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP, we did the South Rim scenic drive and stopped at various points along the way. I am glad that we decided to do the Warner Point Nature … Read More

I believe that the last time we had visited Rocky Mountain NP, we somehow missed Alberta Falls. With so many trails and breathtaking views throughout the park, it is no wonder we could not see it all. This is very … Read More

— It was probably my second visit to Rocky Mountain NP, while driving along the Trail Ridge Road, when we spotted a small herd of elk. It was the first time I’d seen these gorgeous animals. So, when we returned … Read More

— The Emerald Lake trail at Rocky Mountain NP is a very scenic trail. Before you reach that lake, you hike past Nymph and Dream lakes. The trail is fairly easy — just around 3 miles (4.8 km) roundtrip — … Read More

— Some of the most beautiful sunsets at the Grand Canyon NP (North Rim) can be experienced comfortably right at the lodge patio. Grab your favorite beverage, maybe dinner, and sit comfortably to admire the Creator’s beauty of a sunset. … Read More

— Here is another stop on the south rim scenic drive at the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP. This is the scene at the Sunset View Point. This is the westernmost point on the south rim drive, and it … Read More