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National and State Parks

We have been visiting national and state park sites since our very first trip together in 2009. Our love for visiting public lands is deep and often fuels our US travels. We even make a point to visit national parks when we visit other countries!

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Top Tips for Joshua Tree National Park in December

February 18, 2025 by Bonnie

If you are planning a trip to Joshua Tree National Park in December, you won’t be alone. We’ve got all the tips you need to be prepared and know what to expect.

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A Guide to Visiting Manzanar National Historic Site

February 24, 2025February 4, 2025 by Grant

Manzanar National Historic Site is the most complete of the WWII Japanese-American incarceration camps. Visiting it is a must for any American.

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Hiking the Golden Canyon-Gower Gulch Loop in Death Valley

February 2, 2025January 28, 2025 by Bonnie

Our experience hiking the Golden Canyon-Gower Gulch Loop in Death Valley National Park, complete with tips for a longer or shorter hike.

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Three-Day Death Valley Itinerary for First-Timers

January 22, 2025January 21, 2025 by Bonnie

Our Death Valley itinerary helps first-time visitors plan their time in this vast National Park. See the best of the park in just three days.

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One Perfect Day in Petrified Forest National Park: Must-See Sights

January 14, 2025 by Bonnie

Our itinerary for how to spend one day in Petrified Forest National Park. It’s a great detour off I-40 in Arizona that is well worth your time.

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How Much Does it Cost to Visit the Caribbean National Parks?

October 2, 2024September 10, 2024 by Bonnie

We break down our exact costs for visiting the six national park sites in the Caribbean to help you budget for your own bucket-list trip.

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The Perfect One-Week Caribbean National Parks Itinerary

October 2, 2024August 27, 2024 by Bonnie

A one-week Caribbean national parks itinerary, which outlines how to visit all six of the national park sites in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.

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Visiting the San Juan National Historic Site in Puerto Rico

October 2, 2024August 6, 2024 by Bonnie

The San Juan National Historic Site is a must-see for anyone visiting Puerto Rico. Our guide will help you plan the perfect visit to this national park site.

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How to Visit Virgin Islands National Park

October 2, 2024July 30, 2024 by Bonnie

Ready to visit Virgin Islands National Park and wondering how to plan your trip? We’ve got everything you need to know to visit this island paradise.

A Complete Guide to Visiting the St. Croix National Park Sites

October 2, 2024July 23, 2024 by Bonnie

Get all the information you need to visit the St. Croix national park sites with our guide. Complete with details on each of the three parks and an itinerary.

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The Authors

We are Grant and Bonnie Sinclair, a couple of 40-something teachers with a passion for travel. It doesn’t matter what kind: plane, train, boat or our trusty truck and camper. Together we have been to 21 foreign countries, 50 states and 290 units of the National Park Service since 2009.

We are Grant and Bonnie Sinclair, a couple of 40-something teachers with a passion for travel. It doesn’t matter what kind: plane, train, boat or our trusty truck and camper. Together we have been to more than 20 foreign countries, all 50 states and 300+ units of the National Park Service since 2009.

Our Book

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Looking for an RV travel guide for yourself or a friend? Check out our book, Moon USA RV Adventures. This book covers 25 routes across the country. These routes include driving directions and attractions, as well as restaurant and campground recommendations.

We designed these routes to highlight some of this country’s best sites and made a point to take all of the legwork out of planning an excellent vacation to see these wonders.

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    • New England
    • Mid-Atlantic
    • South
    • Great Lakes
    • Plains
    • Rockies
    • Southwest
    • West Coast
  • National and State Parks
    • National Parks and Preserves
    • National Monuments and Memorials
    • National Historic Sites and Historical Parks
    • National Recreation Areas
    • National Battlefields and Forts
    • National Parkways
    • National Rivers
    • National Seashores and Lakeshores
    • State Parks
    • Foreign National Parks
  • RV Life
    • RV Destinations
    • RV Gear and Advice
  • International Travel
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