One of the main reasons I love a good road trip is you get to see so much of the country that you would typically miss. Having been to all of the states in the lower 48, I have had the privilege of seeing much… Read More »Five favorite flyover states not to skip
Note: this post on How to Stay while Camping in the Heat contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! The dogs days of summer are not the most… Read More »Camping in the heat – how to stay cool
There is so much to do and see at the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, that it’s kind of hard to fit it all in. The nation’s newest national park is perfect for thrill seekers, nature enthusiasts, and history buffs. The New River… Read More »New River Gorge National Park and Preserve
I had heard Boston intersections were crazy, but it wasn’t until I was there that I got the full experience. And it wasn’t until I unexpectedly was looking to spend an extra day and night in Boston as well as a hefty vehicle repair bill,… Read More »Misadventures – frustrations of road travel
Hitting a rock and going airborne while on a two-wheeled spiky metal contraption – even two inches high – is not my kind of adventure. After turning 40 my sense of mortality and broken bones has only grown. However, even though I’m not the biggest… Read More »Blue Bayou Trail, Iron Mountain
During the entire week leading up to my trip to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve my stomach would knot up anytime I thought about our planned whitewater rafting trip. I have fallen out of the boat in class III rapids before and… Read More »Swimming in The New
There are so many great places that we hear about over and over again. Sometimes it feels like you only hear about the same places. And some places are becoming so overcrowded that you have to reserve a permit just to enter during peak season,… Read More »Five cool state parks off the beaten path
Millwood State Park in southwest Arkansas is a beautiful area with a unique and amazing aspect – alligators. Some people may not consider this a draw, but with proper Leave No Trace practices they don’t have to be scary. Millwood State Park is one of… Read More »Waterfowl Way – Millwood State Park
White Cliffs Natural Area is a great way to explore Arkansas’ Gulf Coastal Plain as well as see some rare and unusual natural sites. A short 1.8-mile loop takes hikers through this fascinating area preserved by the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission. Annona Chalk White Cliffs… Read More »White Cliffs Natural Area
Note: this post on how to reseal the seams of MSR Hubba Hubba contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! Good quality hiking and camping equipment is expensive.… Read More »How to reseal the seams of MSR Hubba Hubba
I opened the passenger side car door ready to hook the leash onto my dog harness. But instead of leaping out like Caddie used to do, she moved over to the driver’s seat. A clear “No. I’m finished hiking for the day. Thank you very… Read More »Loving a geriatric adventure dog
One thing I love about exploring Arkansas is the different types of geological regions there are in The Natural State. The Delta Region can be just as beautiful as the mountains of the Ozarks and Ouachitas. The Delta is also rich with history and a… Read More »Rohwer to Arkansas City Delta Heritage Trail
Every great trip has at least some element of misadventure to it. Troubles on adventures remind us that life isn’t perfect and that when a trip does go off perfectly we should consider ourselves extremely fortunate. Misadventures can make for a great learning experience and… Read More »Misadventures in Southern California
Note: this post on Robinson Point Trail contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! Robinson Point Trail takes you through tunnels of cedar groves to endless views of… Read More »Robinson Point Trail
When people come together to protect nature, everyone wins. And that’s exactly what happened with Rattlesnake Ridge, near Little Rock. Just west of Pinnacle Mountain State Park, you’ll find this unique place, which I have always thought looked like the back scales of a dragon.… Read More »Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area
When most of us conjure images of national parks we probably see a sweeping landscape of snow-covered craggy mountains or a layered orange and brown desert. But national parks do more than protect beautiful landscapes, they also protect unique and amazing plants. National parks are… Read More »National Parks that protect plants
Note: this post on the Potato Harbor/Cavern Point Loop contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! Hiking miles along the edge of a sea cliff overlooking the Pacific… Read More »Potato Harbor/Cavern Point Loop – Channel Islands
Tucked in the Ozarks, you find hollows, history, creeks, caves, and springs. Some of the cool places the Ozark National Forest and Buffalo National River do a great job of showcasing with trails or pointing them out on maps. However, some are not so easily… Read More »Big Creek Cave Falls Trail
While planning for an upcoming outdoors trip to West Virginia, I texted my sister two campground options and something unexpected. One was close to everything but had platforms tent pads. I explained to her that when there are platforms, it’s harder to stake out a… Read More »Planning for the unexpected outdoors
Note: this post contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! A short spur trail at the pinnacle of the Fortynine Palms Oasis trail at Joshua Tree National Park… Read More »Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
Note: this post contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! Before my last trip to Southern California, I polled my friends and coworkers on fun things to do… Read More »Hipster or homeless?
Note: this post contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! Visiting Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California is a great way to experience the deserts of the… Read More »Joshua Tree National Park – what to see and do
I’m super stoked to have Hussain from Hikes Needs on the blog today. In this guest post, he tells us how to go camping and have fun in the rain. If you were psyched for your next camping trip, but the forecast is showing a… Read More »How to Go Camping In The Rain
For the first time on one of my trips, I lost my wallet. And when you’re 2,500 miles away from home, your wallet is not what you want to lose. Well, technically I only lost my debit card, driver’s license, some cash, and some medication.… Read More »SoCal misadventures – losing my wallet
Channel Islands National Park is not your average park. For starters, it takes a little bit more effort to get to, but also, its beauty and adventure are unlike any other. The national park protects five islands off the coast of California near the Los… Read More »Channel Islands National Park – A complete guide
Note: this post contains affiliate links. Shopping through those links supports Right Kind Of Lost at no extra cost to you, for which we are eternally grateful! I first picked up the book “Leave Only Footprints” with the thought, “Eh, I love national parks, I… Read More »“Leave Only Footprints” book review
This past week I spent nine days road tripping and visiting national parks in Southern California. I like to travel on a budget, so I tried hard to keep costs low. My best friend, Crystal, went with me, and that helped keep costs down. This… Read More »Channel Islands/Joshua Tree Expense Report