The 9 Best Things to Do in Carlsbad, New Mexico
Located in the southeast corner of New Mexico, the town of Carlsbad is perhaps best known for the cavernous national park nearby that shares its name. Bisected by the Pecos River, this town of just 30,000 residents might not seem like it offers much other than overnight accommodation for national park travelers; in fact there are more things to do in Carlsbad than you likely realize...
The 10 National Parks in Nebraska:
Get to Know Each OneTo 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...
The 11 Best Things to Do in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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...
The 11 Best Roadside Attractions along
I-80 in the Great PlainsIn my time, I've done the drive along Interstate 80 many times. I went to college in Iowa and my parents lived in Colorado; I became intimately familiar with the long, straight, flat, featureless drive through the Platte River Valley. But is it actually that featureless? It turns out...
The 6 National Parks in Oklahoma:
Get to Know Each OneIf you're a national park fan, you might typically overlook Oklahoma. After all – Oklahoma doesn't have any National Parks, that coveted distinction given to sites of particular natural beauty and in need of protection. But while Oklahoma doesn't have any National Parks, it does have national park units – other locations protected and preserved by the national park service....
The 17 Best Things to Do in Casper, Wyoming
As Wyoming's second-largest city, it shouldn't be a surprise that Casper has more to offer than you might guess. Located along Interstate 25, many travelers pass through Casper as they cross out of the Great Plains and head toward Yellowstone National Park, the Rocky Mountains, or down to the capital city of Cheyenne. But if you're up for exploring...
How to Visit Badlands National Park in Otherworldly South Dakota
It looks like an alien planet: hills striped with bands of red, brown, and yellow all reach precipitous peaks stretch as far as the eye can see. This is Badlands National Park, located in South Dakota. It’s a dramatic landscape carved by wind and water over millions of years; like so many national parks, we are lucky to experience it at this point in geologic history. If you’ve ever wanted to visit Badlands National Park...
The 10 National Parks in Kansas:
Get to Know Each OneWhen 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...
The 13 Best Things to Do in Bismarck, North Dakota
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...
The 8 Best Things to Do in Grand Forks, North Dakota
Located on the Red River that runs between North Dakota and Minnesota, Grand Forks is an often-overlooked destination. But it's one well worth exploring if you find yourself there. Home to over 50,000 people, it's one of the largest cities in North Dakota. Grand Forks brings together that Great Plains charm with the unique experiences of the northern states. In fact, there's a surprising...
