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  • Haunted Places in Oklahoma Hero
    Attractions

    20 Eerie Haunted Places in Oklahoma (including Haunted Houses!)

    July 18, 2023 /

    It's that time of year: Spooky Season! I love the autumn, and – in theory – I love the idea of paranormal activity and experiencing whatever is Beyond life as we know it. But I'll admit: I'm a total weenie, and don't think I could ever spend the night in a haunted place. I don't even like visiting haunted houses! As such, I have not been to any of these haunted places in Oklahoma because I just don't need that kind of fright in my life...

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    Roadside Attractions Along I-20 Hero

    The 11 Best Roadside Attractions Along I-20 in the Great Plains

    August 29, 2023
    Haunted Places in Kansas Hero

    18 Spooky Haunted Places in Wichita, KS (plus Haunted Houses)

    June 20, 2023
    Kansas Sunflower Fields Hero

    20 Must-See Sunflower Fields in Kansas [Summer/Autumn 2023]

    May 9, 2023
  • Things to Do in Sioux Falls Hero
    Destinations,  Food & Drink

    The 11 Best Things to Do in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

    July 13, 2023 /

    Everyone knows the big cities across the U.S.: New York, Chicago, L.A. Heck, they even know the big cities in the Great Plains like Omaha and Oklahoma City. But what about Sioux Falls? This town is home to over 117,000 people but gets overlooked...

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    Things to Do in Lubbock Hero

    The 20 Best Things to Do in Lubbock, Texas (Updated for 2023)

    April 11, 2023
    Things to Do in Nebraska City Hero

    The 10 Best Things to Do in Nebraska City, Nebraska

    August 8, 2023
    Things to Do in Great Falls MT Hero

    The 11 Best Things to Do in Great Falls, Montana

    July 20, 2023
  • National Parks in Kansas Hero
    National Parks,  Attractions

    The 10 National Parks in Kansas:
    Get to Know Each One

    July 11, 2023 /

    When you think of Kansas, what comes to mind? Sweeping flat plains and ruby slippers, of course! Kansas is home to so much more though: did you also know that there are 10 national parks in Kansas? While there are no National Parks in Kansas, there are other protected lands and sites...

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    National Parks in Nebraska Hero

    The 10 National Parks in Nebraska: Get to Know Each One

    June 15, 2023
    Woman Exploring Badlands National Park

    The 7 National Parks in South Dakota:Get to Know Each One

    August 1, 2023
    National Parks in the Great Plains Hero

    The 5 National Parks in the Great Plains: What You Need to Know

    April 18, 2023
  • Things to Do in Bismarck Hero
    Destinations

    The 13 Best Things to Do in Bismarck, North Dakota

    July 6, 2023 /

    So you find yourself planning a trip to Bismarck, North Dakota? The Roughrider State's capital city is smaller and less visited than Fargo, but don't skip it on that account. Bismarck is nestled on the banks of the Missouri River in the heart of North Dakota, and Lewis & Clark passed through here on their famous expedition. Maybe your travels bring you here too...

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    Things to Do in Nebraska City Hero

    The 10 Best Things to Do in Nebraska City, Nebraska

    August 8, 2023
    Things to Do in Broken Bow Hero

    The 9 Best Things to Do in Broken Bow, Oklahoma

    May 12, 2022
    Things to Do in Sioux Falls Hero

    The 11 Best Things to Do in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

    July 13, 2023
  • Roadside Attractions Along I-40 Hero
    Attractions,  Routes

    The 11 Best Roadside Attractions along I-40 in the Great Plains

    July 4, 2023 /

    Stretching from Wilmington, North Carolina to Barstow, California, U.S. Interstate 40 is one of the great cross-country thoroughfares. Every day, millions of vehicles make their way along I-40, cutting down the time it takes between major cities along the route like Albuquerque, Oklahoma City, Nashville, and Raleigh...

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    Roadside Attractions Along I-27 Hero

    The 9 Best Roadside Attractions along
    I-27 in the Great Plains

    May 30, 2022
    Roadside Attractions Along I-35 Hero

    The 18 Best Roadside Attractions along I-35 in the Great Plains

    August 10, 2023
    Roadside Attractions Along I-70 Hero

    The 13 Best Roadside Attractions Along I-70 in the Great Plains

    August 22, 2023
  • National Parks in North Dakota Hero
    National Parks,  Attractions

    The 5 National Parks in North Dakota: Get to Know Each One

    June 29, 2023 /

    Most people might not know much, making the Dakotas perhaps the most underrated parts of the country. Located in the heart of the Great Plains, these two states are critical to the agricultural industry today – and represented much more for the Indigenous peoples who called them home, and pioneers and explorers who came later. Today...

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    National Parks in Kansas Hero

    The 10 National Parks in Kansas:
    Get to Know Each One

    July 11, 2023
    National Parks in the Great Plains Hero

    The 5 National Parks in the Great Plains: What You Need to Know

    April 18, 2023
    Oklahoma Cattle Hero

    The 6 National Parks in Oklahoma: Get to Know Each One

    May 30, 2023
  • Drive Between Sioux Falls and Denver Hero
    Routes

    Drive Between Sioux Falls and Denver: Road Trip Tips & Info

    June 27, 2023 /

    Embarking on a road trip from Sioux Falls to Denver, or returning the other way, is an adventure filled with a myriad of delightful discoveries. Spanning roughly 600 miles, this journey allows you to encounter an array of landscapes - from the rolling prairies of South Dakota to the breathtaking Rocky Mountains of Colorado...

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    Drive Between Denver & Billings Hero

    Drive Between Denver and Billings: Road Trip Tips & Info

    June 16, 2022
    Drive Between Santa Fe & Denver Hero

    Drive Between Santa Fe and Denver: Road Trip Tips & Info

    May 5, 2022
    Drive Between Fargo and Denver Hero

    Drive Between Fargo and Denver:
    Road Trip Tips & Info

    August 25, 2022
  • Haunted Places in Kansas Hero
    Attractions

    18 Spooky Haunted Places in Wichita, KS (plus Haunted Houses)

    June 20, 2023 /

    It’s that time of year: Spooky Season! I love the autumn, and – in theory – I love the idea of paranormal activity and experiencing whatever is Beyond life as we know it. visiting haunted houses! As such, I have not been to any of these haunted places in Wichita because I just don’t need that kind of fright in my life...

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    Haunted Places in Oklahoma Hero

    20 Eerie Haunted Places in Oklahoma (including Haunted Houses!)

    July 18, 2023
    Great Plains Bucket List Hero

    19 Experiences for Your Great Plains Bucket List

    March 2, 2021
    National Parks in North Dakota Hero

    The 5 National Parks in North Dakota: Get to Know Each One

    June 29, 2023
  • National Parks in Nebraska Hero
    National Parks,  Attractions

    The 10 National Parks in Nebraska: Get to Know Each One

    June 15, 2023 /

    To many people, Nebraska is flyover country – but we know better than that. While Nebraska may not have a reputation as an outdoor wonderland or historic site, it actually has both! There are 10 national parks in Nebraska, protected as part of the National Park Service (NPS). These range from stunning rock formations to sparkling waterfalls to historic trails and the still-standing homesteads along them...

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    Woman Exploring Badlands National Park

    The 7 National Parks in South Dakota:Get to Know Each One

    August 1, 2023
    National Parks in Kansas Hero

    The 10 National Parks in Kansas:
    Get to Know Each One

    July 11, 2023
    National Parks in North Dakota Hero

    The 5 National Parks in North Dakota: Get to Know Each One

    June 29, 2023
  • Drive Between El Paso and San Antonio Hero
    Routes

    Drive Between El Paso and San Antonio: Road Trip Tips & Info

    June 13, 2023 /

    Imagine a road trip that combines awe-inspiring landscapes, intriguing history, and the undeniable charm of Texas. Now make that imagination a reality as you journey from El Paso to San Antonio, a remarkable stretch that serves as an appetizer for the diverse flavors of the Lone Star State...

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    Drive Between Casper & Denver Hero

    Drive Between Casper and Denver: Road Trip Tips & Info

    May 26, 2022
    Drive Between Fargo & Omaha Hero

    Drive Between Fargo and Omaha: Road Trip Tips & Info

    May 19, 2022
    Drive Between Oklahoma City & Dallas hero

    Drive Between Oklahoma City and Dallas: Road Trip Tips & Info

    April 25, 2022
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Hi there! I’m Valerie! 👋🏻

I started this site to help people explore one of the overlooked regions of the U.S.: the Great Plains.

I’m a long-time travel writer and love sharing stories and resources to help you have unforgettable journeys.

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