Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is located in the southwestern region Colorado and encompasses over 174,000 acres of federal land. Established on June 9, 2000, the monument is overseen by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This region has been inhabited for at least 10,000 years, including by the Northern Ancestral Puebloan culture, […]
The Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum, originally opened in 1948 to celebrate eastern Utah’s geologic and natural history, became a state park in 1959. Located in Vernal, Utah, this 22,000-square-foot museum boasts an impressive collection of dinosaur bones, life-sized dinosaur replicas, and hands-on exhibits. Upon entering, visitors are greeted by an […]
While camping in the national forest near the small town of Dolores, Colorado, we decided to explore the area one morning. After finishing our shopping at a local grocery store and an antique shop, we noticed a railroad museum across the road and decided to check it out. The museum, officially named the Galloping […]
Fort Boonesborough, founded by Daniel Boone in 1775, was abandoned in 1778 after enduring a Shawnee attack. It has since been reconstructed as a functioning fort complete with cabins, furnishings, blockhouses, craft shops, and a museum. Established in 1963, Fort Boonesborough State Park officially includes the fort. Resident artisans perform craft demonstrations and live reenactments, […]
Chamberlain, South Dakota is a city located on the east bank of the Missouri River. The city was founded in 1881. Today it has a population of around 2,500 residents and serves as the county seat of Brule County. We have taken multiple trips to Chamberlain and it’s sister city Oacoma and always have […]
Paducah, Kentucky is a city located at the confluence of the Tennessee and the Ohio rivers. The city was founded in 1827 by William Clark. Today it has a population of around 27,000 residents and serves as the county seat of McCracken County. We have taken multiple trips to Paducah and always have a […]
Idaho Falls has approximately 67,000 residents and sits along the banks of the Snake River. It is the fourth most populous city in Idaho and the county seat of Bonneville County. The city was founded in 1864 and incorporated in 1891. Below are some free and cheap things to do during your visit to […]
Pocatello, Idaho is the county seat and largest city of Bannock County and the fifth largest city in the state. Known as the U.S. Smile Capital it is home to around 57,000 residents. Founded in 1889, Pocatello was known as the Gateway to the Northwest and its name comes from an Indian chief of […]
Medora is a city in Billings County, North Dakota. It’s the only incorporated place in Billings County serving as its seat. The small town only has around 120 residents. The city is surrounded by the Little Missouri National Grassland and Theodore Roosevelt National Park making it a destination for travelers. Below are some cheap […]
Pipestone, Minnesota has a population of a little over 4,000 residents and is the county seat of Pipestone County. It was incorporated as a village on February 10, 1881, and as a city on July 23, 1901. The city took its name from Pipestone County Below are some cheap and free things to do during your […]
