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
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! The Prairie Creek grove and Cathedral Trees at Redwood National and State Parks is one of the best… Read More »Karl Knapp Cathedral Trees Loop – Redwood NP
Woolly Hollow State Park is tucked into the foothills of the Ozarks. The park offers many fun outdoor activities, including fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, and, of course, hiking. Hiking the Huckleberry Trail is a great way to see and explore the entire park. This 3.6-mile… Read More »Huckleberry Trail – Woolly Hollow State Park
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! Fern Canyon at Redwood National and State Parks might be a short hike, but it’s a great choice… Read More »Fern Canyon – Redwood National Park
It seems a popular thought to “live more in the moment”. I agree that we spend too much time on our phones, checking out the ups and downs of other people’s lives. And by doing that we let our own pass us by. But I’m… Read More »Why I don’t just “live in the moment”
The Big Ben Nature Trail at Village Creek State Park is an excellent short hike to see all that makes Crowley’s Ridge unique. It showcases the geology, flora, and history of the region. This hike is a self-guided nature hike, so be sure to pick… Read More »Big Ben Nature Trail – Village Creek State Park
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! When visiting Redwood National and State Parks hiking among the redwoods is a must. One great way to… Read More »Stout Grove – Redwood National Park
“Travel solo,” they say. “It will be fun,” they say. Well, this is one time you should listen to them. When you travel by yourself, it frees you like nothing else. You learn to rely on yourself both physically and mentally. Solo travel also gives… Read More »10 reasons to travel solo
Hot Springs National Park may be surrounded by a city, but there are some great hiking trails within the park, just steps away from town. Downtown Hot Springs is flanked by several mountains, with the two prominent ones being North Mountain and West Mountain. Combining… Read More »West Mountain Loop Hot Springs National Park
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! The favorite trail that I hiked in Redwood National and State Parks in Northern California is the Yurok… Read More »Yurok Loop to Hidden Beach, Redwood National Park
As I walked out of the bathroom’s floodlight and into the darkness, I switched on my headlamp in order to see better. The stream of light illuminated thousands of tiny particles in the air floating around like snow caught up in wind. It was smoke.… Read More »Expectation versus Reality – Plan for Reality
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! Hiking the Tall Trees Trail at Redwood National Park is one of the best ways to experience the… Read More »Hiking the Tall Trees Trail – Redwood National Park
When we think of national parks we tend to think of sweeping mountain vistas or red and orange deep canyons. But underground can be just as amazing. The National Park Service protects many cave systems, with three being the highest level of protection – national… Read More »National Park Caves
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! Redwood National Park has so much for the nature lover that it’s hard to summarize it up in… Read More »Redwood National Park – what to do and see
A friend recently asked me for advice. She had a trip coming up where she would be traveling alone on a long car ride to meet up with some other friends. Knowing that I love traveling solo, she asked the usual things – tips for… Read More »Dealing pre-trip anxieties
As you stand on the edge of the rim overlooking Crater Lake, it’s hard to not take off down the slope, finding your way to the shore of the lake. However, this would be extremely dangerous and illegal. But fortunately, Crater Lake National Park has… Read More »Hiking the Cleetwood Cove Trail
Visiting Crater Lake National Park in Oregon is a great way to experience the magic of the Cascades and learn about volcanoes. Crater Lake sits atop Mount Mazama, which is just one of a string of volcanoes from Northern California to British Columbia. But there… Read More »Crater Lake National Park
Another trip, another expense report. With this blog, I want to help others have great adventures. It’s one thing to say, “You can travel for cheap!” But unless it’s not tangible advice, then it’s not that beneficial. With these expense reports, I write down all… Read More »Crater Lake/Redwood Expense Report
I topped a hill and saw the blaring lights of the town where I had planned to stop for the night. “Awe, it’s a little oasis,” I thought because I was tired as all get out. It was an oasis, but not the kind I… Read More »Three days of driving – was it worth it?
Hiking the Petrified Forest Loop at Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a great way to see all the beautiful aspects of the park in one hike. Now, it’s one long hike, but except for a few very short and steep bits, the length is what… Read More »Petrified Forest Loop Theodore Roosevelt National Park
The Black Hills in western South Dakota are full of interesting and beautiful places to explore. Wind Cave National Park has a rich history and several unique features that make it a great place to visit. It’s these unique features, such as being one of… Read More »Exploring Wind Cave National Park
On a recent trip to North Dakota, I might have annoyed my brother by writing every little expense down. If filled the gas tank, I’d hand the receipt to him and say, “Write it down.” If he filled the tank, I’d hold my hand out… Read More »Why you should do a post-trip budget analysis
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! Theodore Roosevelt National Park is one of the least visited parks, but it’s really a hidden treasure. It’s… Read More »Theodore Roosevelt National Park – a complete guide