After our stop at Standin’ on the Corner in Winslow on day two of our road trip, we continued east along historic Route 66 and made a quick but memorable visit to the Wigwam Motel in Holbrook, … [Read more...] about Wigwam Motel – Route 66 (Holbrook, AZ)
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Standin’ on the Corner – Route 66 (Winslow, AZ)
On the morning of our second day, before continuing our road trip toward New Mexico, we stopped at one of the most iconic Route 66 landmarks: Standin’ on the Corner in Winslow, Arizona. We had stayed … [Read more...] about Standin’ on the Corner – Route 66 (Winslow, AZ)
Glen Canyon Dam Overlook Trail – Arizona
The Glen Canyon Dam Overlook Trail is a great stop as you make your way through northern Arizona. It’s easy to access and close to Page, so it works well as a quick detour on your way to or from … [Read more...] about Glen Canyon Dam Overlook Trail – Arizona
Hobbit Trail Hike in Oregon
The Hobbit Trail Hike was like my unicorn on this trip. I had read some incredible things about this trail and was really excited to go on the hike. It did NOT disappoint! Parking can be tricky. … [Read more...] about Hobbit Trail Hike in Oregon
Snoqualmie Falls Washington
I just finished sharing a good part of our adventures in Washington and the beginning of Oregon and I realized that I had forgotten to share our stop at Snoqualmie Falls. This is a beautiful 268-foot … [Read more...] about Snoqualmie Falls Washington
Ape Caves Washington (lava tubes)
One of the craziest things we did on our road trip from Utah to Washington, Oregon, California and back again was the Ape Caves Washington. These Lava Tubes are so fun. These are located on the south … [Read more...] about Ape Caves Washington (lava tubes)
Quinault Rain Forest in Washington
After we visited Ruby Beach and Kalaloch Beach (with the Tree of Life) we headed inland to the Quinault Rain Forest. This was our last stop in Washington State. We wanted to spend more time exploring … [Read more...] about Quinault Rain Forest in Washington
Kalaloch Beach in Washington (Tree of Life)
Visiting Kalaloch beach was on my "Driving the coast" bucket list. The Tree of Life in and of itself was reason to stop, but the beach is also very beautiful (and full of cool shells like sand … [Read more...] about Kalaloch Beach in Washington (Tree of Life)
Ruby Beach in Washington
After we explored Cape Flattery and Shi Shi Beach, we spent the night at Klahowya Campground. The next morning we got up and drove west towards the Washington coast. We drove through Forks, WA (any … [Read more...] about Ruby Beach in Washington
Klahowya Campground in Port Angeles, WA
After staying the night at the Salt Creek Recreation Area, we got up early and headed over to the Klahowya Campground. It is only about an hour away, but it let us drop our trailer before we headed up … [Read more...] about Klahowya Campground in Port Angeles, WA
Shi Shi Beach Trail Hike in Washington
On our way back to Kalhowya Campground after we did the Cape Flattery trail, we stopped at Shi Shi (pronounced Shy Shy) beach. I have mixed feelings about this hike. The hike itself was long (but we … [Read more...] about Shi Shi Beach Trail Hike in Washington
Cape Flattery Trail in Washington
Traveling to the most northwesterly point in the contiguous United States was an experience that I will never forget. The Cape Flattery Trail is gorgeous and a feast for your body, soul, and mind. The … [Read more...] about Cape Flattery Trail in Washington