After we visited Ruby Beach and Kalaloch Beach (with the Tree of Life) we headed inland to the Quinault Rain Forest. This was our last stop in Washington State. We wanted to spend more time exploring …
Kalaloch Beach in Washington (Tree of Life)
Visiting Kalaloch beach was on my "Driving the coast" bucket list. The Tree of Life in and of itself was reason to stop, but the beach is also very beautiful (and full of cool shells like sand …
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Ruby Beach in Washington
After we explored Cape Flattery and Shi Shi Beach, we spent the night at Klahowya Campground. The next morning we got up and drove west towards the Washington coast. We drove through Forks, WA (any …
The best Utah National Parks to visit in the off-season
We recently shared A Road Trip Guide to the Utah National Parks. With colder weather coming to Utah, I thought it would be the perfect time to share more about the best Utah National Parks to visit …
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Shi Shi Beach Trail Hike in Washington
On our way back to Kalhowya Campground after we did the Cape Flattery trail, we stopped at Shi Shi (pronounced Shy Shy) beach. I have mixed feelings about this hike. The hike itself was long (but we …
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Cape Flattery Trail in Washington
Traveling to the most northwesterly point in the contiguous United States was an experience that I will never forget. The Cape Flattery Trail is gorgeous and a feast for your body, soul, and mind. The …
Salt Creek Recreation Area in Washington
After spending almost a week at the Thunderbird RV and Camping Resort we headed over to the Salt Creek Recreation Area. This is located on the very north edge of Washington (facing Canada). We …
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How to spend 1 day at Mt. Rainier
We love traveling as a family. We recently took a trip to Washington and then drove down the coast into Oregon and California. We had an amazing time and did so much. Our first stop on the way there …
Narada Falls in Mt. Rainier National Park
You just read about The Grove of the Patriarchs (if you haven't you should ;) ) and so you no-doubt see how beautiful this area is already. Narada Falls is one stop you will not want to miss in Mt. …
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Grove of the Patriarchs
We just shared about our camping experience at the Lodgepole Campground on the east side of Mt. Rainier National Park. The Grove of the Patriarchs is on the east side of Mt. Rainier National Park. …