The 8 Best Roadside Attractions along
I-40 in the Great PlainsStretching 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...
The 12 (Other) National Park Units in the Great Plains
Fossils, missiles, and wagon trails – oh my! The Great Plains are full of history, dating back millions of years to as recent as the past century. Many of these sites are preserved as National Park Units in the Great Plains – but they often get overlooked for their bigger brethren, the National Parks...
19 Experiences for Your Great Plains Bucket List
We've all seen them before: bucket lists full of the same old, admittedly breathtaking experiences. These include seeing the northern lights, visiting Antarctica, and climbing the Great Wall of China – just to name a few. But did you know that the Great Plains states have their own list of awesome experiences totally worth of your bucket list? It shouldn't really be a surprise, but maybe it is...
Which are the Great Plains States?
(& Which are Not!)Are you curious about the Great Plains? This oft-overlooked and misunderstood region in America has its own beauty, both natural and cultural. Whether you live in the Great Plains and want to learn more about it or want to travel to the Great Plains (or through them), you might wonder what people mean when they mention the “Great Plains states.” This post will teach you all about the geography of the Great Plains and which states are part of the Great Plains. You’ll also learn which states are often included in the Great Plains states but which are actually not part of the Great Plains. By the end, you’ll know…
