Multiple trail options to see a variety of very interesting geology depending on how much time and energy you have. This hike is a great way to explore what Death Valley has to offer. Distance (RT): 5.8 Time: 3-4 hoursStart: ... Continue Reading →
Death Valley National Park
My wife and kids couldn't understand why I wanted to visit Death Valley National Park. It is known as the: - lowest place in North America (282 ft below sea level) - driest place in America (average rainfall is less than 2 inches) - and hottest place in the world (134°F / 57°C is the... Continue Reading →
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Jeri and I planned and executed a short 4 day/3 night vacation to Tennessee to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This National Park is considered the most popular (over 9 million visitors per year). In 2020, they approximated 12.1 million visitors. To put this in perspective, the next most visited National Park was Yellowstone... Continue Reading →