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Road-tripping couple exploring the US with our 2 dogs 37 states • 17 National Parks • 43,000+ miles driven

With Each Mile
With Each MileOct 25, 2026
We Spent 5 Nights in a Colter Bay Tent Cabin at Grand Teton with Our Dogs
We spent five nights in a Colter Bay tent cabin with our dogs in Grand Teton National Park. Here's what to know about costs, cold nights, firewood & facilities.
Dog-FriendlyGrand Teton National Park
With Each Mile
With Each MileOct 5, 2026
We Got Hailed on at Helen Hunt Falls in Colorado Springs
Helen Hunt Falls is a free, dog-friendly waterfall in Colorado Springs. See how it compares to Seven Falls, plus tips from our hail-filled visit.
ColoradoDog-Friendly
With Each Mile
With Each MileSep 21, 2026
Visiting Seven Falls in Colorado Springs with Dogs
Planning to visit Seven Falls in Colorado Springs with dogs? Our guide covers tickets, parking, the shuttle, 224 stairs and what to expect.
ColoradoDog-Friendly
With Each Mile
With Each MileSep 8, 2026
Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs: Our Experience Visiting With Dogs
We spent two hours exploring Garden of the Gods with our dogs. Here's what to know about parking, elevation, crowds, how long to visit and more.
ColoradoDog-Friendly
With Each Mile
With Each MileJun 28, 2026
Our Dog-Friendly Smoky Mountains Weekend Itinerary
Planning a dog-friendly Smoky Mountains weekend? Check out our getaway itinerary with the Oconaluftee River Trail, Mingo Falls and Gatlinburg travel tips!
Dog-FriendlyGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
With Each Mile
With Each MileMay 31, 2026
Mingo Falls With Dogs: 163 Steps to a Waterfall in Cherokee, NC Near the Smoky Mountains
Is Mingo Falls worth the climb with your dog? We visited this 120-foot waterfall in Cherokee, NC. Here’s what to expect, from parking to those 163 stairs.
Dog-FriendlyHiking
With Each Mile
With Each MileMay 1, 2026
Oconaluftee River Trail: A Dog-Friendly Hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Planning a dog-friendly trip to the Smokies? We hiked the Oconaluftee River Trail with our two pups. Here’s our guide on parking, elk sightings, and trail tips.
Dog-FriendlyGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
With Each Mile
With Each MileApr 5, 2026
Congaree National Park With Dogs: What It’s Like Visiting in Spring
Visiting Congaree National Park with dogs? Here’s what it’s really like, including trails, tips, bugs, places to stay and if it’s worth visiting.
Congaree National ParkDog-Friendly
With Each Mile
With Each MileMar 18, 2026
Horse Thief Lake South Dakota: A Quick Stop Near Mount Rushmore
Is Horse Thief Lake worth a winter visit? See what to expect at this scenic Black Hills detour just 2 miles from Mount Rushmore during the snowy off-season.
HikingRoad Trips
With Each Mile
With Each MileMar 13, 2026
I Was Disappointed With Mount Rushmore
Is Mount Rushmore overrated? Our experience visiting Mount Rushmore in winter, what surprised us, and whether this iconic South Dakota stop is worth it.
HistoryRoad Trips
With Each Mile
With Each MileFeb 16, 2026
Badlands National Park in Winter: A Guide to Visiting in January
No crowds, frozen landscapes, and golden sunrises. Here is why visiting Badlands National Park in the winter might be better than the summer.
Badlands National ParkDog-Friendly
With Each Mile
With Each MileDec 25, 2025
Is Devils Tower National Monument Worth the Road Trip Stop?
We added Devils Tower National Monument to our road trip as a spontaneous stop. It didn’t go as planned. Here’s what to expect, dog rules, crowds and timing.
HistoryRoad Trips