Mikaela Ruland

Our editor did the legwork so you can have the best lunch break ever on your next national park hike.

The high desert surrounding Farmington, New Mexico is full of wilderness to explore, Navajo culture to learn about and incredible outdoor recreation.

Commemorate your favorite national park vacation with beautiful hand-illustrated maps of locations like Yellowstone, Glacier and Rocky Mountain.

We’ve put together ideas for a two-day vacation to help you become a more sustainable traveler.

Snag a summer campsite at campgrounds in popular national parks like Glacier, Yosemite and Great Smoky with this awesome tool.

Summit a 14,000-foot peak, bike Trail Ridge Road or tackle a snowy trail in this iconic mountain park.

See wildlife and natural wonders on this Rocky Mountain to Yellowstone road trip starting in Denver.

Stay in Greeley, Colorado to be close to the city amenities of Denver and the outdoor paradise of Rocky Mountain National Park with an unexpected dose of incredible local art.

Read this before you plan your visit to the park.

Gateway to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Montrose is where trails, water sports and local food abound.

Find juxtaposition in Utah’s capital where tradition meets a progressive and energetic cultural scene.

Spring, summer, fall or winter? Each season brings its own unique conditions to this park.

Explore Dinosaur National Monument and incredible outdoor recreation near Vernal, Utah.

Explore some of the country's most amazing red-rock landscapes and soaring granite peaks including 5 national park sites.

Discover the subtle beauty of the high desert on this road trip starting in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Fantastic towns, high peaks and national park sites dominate this tour through Colorado.

Here are my top places to see, do and eat.

Escape the summer heat on this shady trail overlooking the giant dunes in southeast Colorado.

Explore the best Rocky Mountain National Park has to offer from hiking to scenic drives to horseback riding on this epic itinerary.

You won't find these adventures anywhere else in Colorado.

Stunning snow-capped peaks, breathtaking alpine lakes and herds of bugling elk await in one of our country’s most popular national parks, Rocky Mountain. Plan your perfect vacation now using our tips on the best hotels, cabins and camping in and around the park.

Photograph Rocky Mountain National Park without the crowds.

I joined a citizen science project and it gave me hope for the future.

Explore the uncrowded side of Colorado in small towns like Delta, Cedaredge, and Paonia.

See incredible archaeological sites beyond Mesa Verde, sip local wines and learn about Native American culture in southwestern Colorado

Why to visit this small town on the edge of Colorado National Monument.

Here are ways to experience the canyon from the top at the rims to the river at the bottom.

This stunning hike will take you past three picturesque alpine lakes: Nymph, Dream and Emerald.

Learn to cook like a pro and avoid common mistakes when you’re cooking at a campsite.

Old West charm meets a vibrant, new cultural scene

Once you get there, most park roads are flat and drivable in an RV.

Make the most of your RV trip to Colorado's most popular national park with these tips.

You’ll either need to tow a car or visit in an RV less than 22 feet in length.

Learn about the Colorado Plateau’s ancient history as you drive your RV through Mesa Verde National Park.

The National Park Service is turning a Colorado Japanese Internment Camp into a National Park Site.

Upgrade your next national park road trip by booking a stay with Harvest Hosts at unique local producers nationwide.

Mesa Verde National Park, located in southwestern Colorado, is unique for its incredible history.

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See the best of Mesa Verde in our action-packed two day itinerary.

Dramatic canyon walls, incredible sunset views and a sense of solitude await.