I’ve had the Great Sand Dunes on my bucket list for a while since moving to Colorado. Since becoming a National Park junkie, I’ve started to pay more attention to locations and hotel prices. However, after camping a few weekends in Rocky Mountain National Park, my sister and I developed a system for camping. I … Continue reading Fourth of July 5-Day, 4-Night Camping Trip: Cripple Creek & Alamosa/Great Sand Dunes
Author: Scenic Byhorse
Lake Haiyaha, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado – July 15th, 2023
With the new timed entry system in effect at Rocky Mountain National Park [RMNP], it is harder than ever to get into the coveted Bear Lake Corridor. A popular place for hikers and those just wanting to see what the fuss is about. Timed entry is from 5AM to 6PM and can be really difficult … Continue reading Lake Haiyaha, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado – July 15th, 2023
Southeast Region
Tracking My Passport to Your National Park Most famous in this region is the Great Smoky Mountains. Vastly different from the rocky mountains I’ve grown accustomed to here in CO. The Smoky Mountains have round and majestic vibes that make it feel like a nice relaxing day in the mountains. My family recently moved to … Continue reading Southeast Region
Rocky Mountain Region
Tracking My Passport to Your National Park Now that I live in Colorado, I frequently visit Rocky Mountain National Park. I was excited to also excited to finally cross off the Great Sand Dunes this summer. I've also stopped by the Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone, and the Grand Tetons. I have an excellent opportunity to … Continue reading Rocky Mountain Region
Tracking My Passport to Your National Parks
I love history and love to learn about history! I think we can learn so much about history to either see what worked or what changed and why and how to avoid the same events in the future. The National Park Service provides outstanding sites throughout the US where history is preserved and celebrated. In … Continue reading Tracking My Passport to Your National Parks
Rocky Mountain National Park & Bear Lake, Colorado – June 3rd, 2023
Rocky Mountain National Park [RMNP] is a classic national park. Yellowstone/Grand Tetons probably just edges out over RMNP because they have black and grizzly bears. But the wildlife diversity at RMNP is something to behold. You’ve got pika, marmot, mule deer, big horn sheep, elk, moose, and a small amount of bear and mountain lion. … Continue reading Rocky Mountain National Park & Bear Lake, Colorado – June 3rd, 2023
Wild Western Horseback Adventures LLC, Arizona – March 2021, 1-hour Trail Ride Near Sedona
In 2021, my mom, sisters, and I were out in Arizona. The main chunk of the trip was the Grand Canyon, but we also spent a few days in Phoenix, Lake Havasu, and Sedona. While staying in Sedona, we did a trail ride at Wild Western Horseback Adventures LLC [WWHA]. I really enjoyed the extremely … Continue reading Wild Western Horseback Adventures LLC, Arizona – March 2021, 1-hour Trail Ride Near Sedona
Sombrero Stables, Colorado – August 2021, 1-hour Trail Ride Near Estes Park
Estes Park, CO (Sombrero Stables), August 6, 2021 I’ve ridden at Sombrero Stables back in 2014 when I was visiting Colorado for a softball tournament. Back then, there was a delicious steak dinner option where you rode the horses about halfway around the trail up a small mountain. There waiting, was your steak to eat … Continue reading Sombrero Stables, Colorado – August 2021, 1-hour Trail Ride Near Estes Park
Bear Creek Ranch KOA, Ohio – September 2020, 1-hour Trail Ride Through Rolling Hills Forest
East Sparta, OH (Bear Creek Ranch KOA), September 6th, 2020 Bear Creek Ranch is located 15 minutes south of Canton, OH off Interstate 77. What makes Bear Creek Ranch unique is that it is a KOA Holiday Campground. Long road trips, short weekend camping getaways, and even locals wanting to have a fun horseback riding … Continue reading Bear Creek Ranch KOA, Ohio – September 2020, 1-hour Trail Ride Through Rolling Hills Forest
The Great Sand Dunes – July 2023
I’ve lived in Colorado for almost two and a half years now. I live a reasonable amount of rock skips away from Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) and have gotten very used to making last-minute impromptu weekend trips. During one of my meanders through the gift shop in October of 2021, I found the Passport … Continue reading The Great Sand Dunes – July 2023
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