Exploring Southwestern Idaho
At this stop we set up camp in Nampa, ID and visit waterfalls, wildlife refuges, nature areas, and a well known greenbelt in the surrounding towns of Marsing, Caldwell, and Boise. Poor choice for...
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Birds of Prey & Sand Dunes in Bruneau
During this stop we plan to explore a section of the Morely Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area and visit our first Idaho State Park – Bruneau Dunes. An incredible welcome...
Wild Horse State Recreation Area
Our final Nevada State Park, Wild Horse State Recreation Area, is located on the northeast side of the reservoir about 65 miles north of Elko, NV. And, despite not offering much to do (unless...
Rye Patch State Recreation Area
Following our usual pattern, we’ve found a small, out of the way campground to hide during the craziness of the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Rye Patch State Recreation Area (SRA) is not a place...
Lahontan SRA & Surrounding Area
Sand Mountain Recreation Area Sand mountain is a singing sand dune, two miles long, and 600 feet high. The full sand area is 3.25 square miles and originates from the ancient Lake Lahontan. Most...
Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park
Unexpectedly, there’s snow in the forecast during our planned time here. So, we decide to arrive a day early and will only stay two nights, instead of the planned three. This will ensure we...
Tule Springs Fossil Beds NM
Tule Springs National Monument Established in 2014, the monument was intended to preserve thousands of Ice Age fossils. Unfortunately, not much has happened since it was established. Currently the monument consists of an information...
Spring in SW Arizona
Looking to escape the crowds in Quartzite, Arizona or just want a short trip to enjoy the peace and quiet of the desert? These few stops provide history and nature in abundance. Stop 1...
Organ Pipe National Monument
Located at the US southern border in Arizona, this unique park is one of the only places Organ Pipe Cacti can be found growing naturally. Twin Peaks Campground Immediately after entering the park we...
Painted Rock Petroglyph Site
Located just northwest of Gila Bend, Arizona this small park is known for it’s archaeological site containing ~800 petroglyphs. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 1977 this site is operated and...