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Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch: Campground Review

Adam and I began discussing a visit to Mount Rushmore several years ago. As this national monument symbolizes so much of our country’s history, we wanted to view the site and explore the region with Emilie. We finally made it out this summer and for our lodging I was excited Read more…

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Iron Mountain Road in Custer State Park was even m Iron Mountain Road in Custer State Park was even more scenic than I imagined.  The spiral roads, lumber bridges, and tunnels that frame phenomenal views of Mount Rushmore make for such an enjoyable drive.  It was also super convenient that outside of each tunnel were parking spots.  Going shortly after sunrise we saw almost no other traffic on the road and had a chance to really slow down and enjoy the views. 

#custerstatepark #custer #ironmountainroad #southdakota #sd #mountrushmore #mountrushmorenationalmemorial #stateparks #statepark #nationalparks #findyourpark #keystone #hifromsouthdakota #travel #travelblogger #familytravel #blackhills #familytraveladventures #adventure #explore #discoverblackhills #scenicdrive #hifromsd #thewanderwells
Stayed close to home this weekend visiting Maumee Stayed close to home this weekend visiting Maumee Bay State Park in Ohio.  The weather was perfect for exploring the wetlands!  Will definitely have to come back in summer for time at their beach.

#midwest #maumeebaystatepark #lakeeerie #maumeebay #ohio #stateparks #odnr #camping #rv #adventure #travel #explore #nature #wetlands #boardwalk #almostfall #thewanderwells
L. Frank Baum (my favorite author of all time) wro L. Frank Baum (my favorite author of all time) wrote 3 of the Oz series books while staying at the Hotel del Coronado.  He also designed these light fixtures hanging in the beautiful Crown Ballroom of the hotel. 
#hoteldelcoronado #thedel #meetingspace #ballroom #hotel #luxuryhotel #coronado #crown #lights #lightfixtures #oz #wizardofoz #lfrankbaum #history #design #author #yellowbrickroad #sandiego  #notinkansasanymore #california #cali #socal #coronadocalifornia #coronadoisland #visitcalifornia #visitcoronado #visitsandiego #explore #thewanderwells
Last night we saw the amazingly talented Darci Lyn Last night we saw the amazingly talented Darci Lynne perform at the Louisville Palace.  This historic venue was absolutely beautiful!  The architecture and paint finishes were breathtaking.  And the show did not disappoint!  We had a range of ages in our group and everyone was mesmerized. 
#louisville #louisvillekentucky #ky #kentucky #louisvilletourism #louisvillepalace #puppets #ventriloquism #ventriloquist #singing #darcilynne #talented  #comedy #familyshow #explore #thewanderwells
We can’t visit Florida without a stop at our fav We can’t visit Florida without a stop at our favorite place...Disney World! 
#waltdisneyworld #disneyworld #disney #magickingdom #wdw #disneysmagickingdom  #cinderellacastle #lakebuenavista #kissimmee #orlando #florida #travelflorida #visitflorida #childhood #magic #familytravel #vacation #summervacation #summerfun #themepark #amusementpark #thewanderwells
For me the word “summer” brings to mind sunshi For me the word “summer” brings to mind sunshine, beaches, and camping.  Being from the Midwest, camping is easy to come by, but surprisingly so are beaches. 
#puremichigan #silverbeach #stjosephmichigan #lakemichigan #stjoe #stjoseph #michigan #travelmichigan #michigantravel #greatlakes #lighthouse #lake #beach #coast #travel #familytravel #summerfun #adventure #explore #exploremichigan #thewanderwells
Thank you to @hitchedgypsy for the amazing campgro Thank you to @hitchedgypsy for the amazing campground recommendation!  Henrys Lake State Park Campground outside of Yellowstone was such a great experience!  We definitely recommend staying there if you’re in the area.  If you’d like to see more photos, check out the blog link in our profile.  The newest post shares more about this wonderful experience.  #henryslake #idaho #statepark #campground #camping #rv #mountains #lake #nature #yellowstone #westyellowstone #views #travel #adventure #explore #campendium #thewanderwells
Visiting the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum is like Visiting the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum is like stepping back in time to the glamorous Art Deco era.  These cars are works of art! 
#auburnindiana #auburncordduesenberg #vintage #antique #artdeco #cars #automobiles #antiquecars #museum #carmuseum #history #indiana #midwest #travelindiana #onlyinindiana #igersindiana #adventure #explore #thewanderwells
These igloo lounges at the Festival of Ice were su These igloo lounges at the Festival of Ice were such a neat attraction!  With frigid temps and snow falling outside, these pop up shelters with space heaters, couches, and even area rugs were a great place to warm up!

#carmelindiana #indiana #midwest #smalltowncharm #festivalofice #ice #igloo #winterfun #winter #iceatcentergreen #carmel #familyfun #thewanderwells
This amazing waterfall is at Blackwater Falls Stat This amazing waterfall is at Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia. It’s one of the most photographed spots in the state and I can definitely see why!

#waterfall #westvirginia #wv #falls #stateparks #statepark #blackwaterfalls #davis #nature #adventure #explore #outside #thewanderwells
Mostly we wander for fun. Sometimes we wander for Mostly we wander for fun.  Sometimes we wander for work.  The stay was short but nothing short of fun.  Until next time, Nashville.

#nashville #printersalley #countrymusic #southerncharm #tennessee #musiccity #blues #honkytonk #travel #explore #adventure #nashvilletn #nashvilletennesee #historicnashville #thewanderwells
As a kid I always loved jumping from rock to rock As a kid I always loved jumping from rock to rock across different creeks.  Each time felt like such an adventure.  So I was super excited to see this sight when visiting Anderson Falls in Indiana.

#creek #rocks #water #nature #explore #naturalindiana #indiana  #natureconservancy #autumn #landscape #landscapephotography #andersonfalls #hartsville #thewanderwells
This is the place our daughter most wanted to visi This is the place our daughter most wanted to visit in Yellowstone.  She’s loved learning about Teddy Roosevelt and couldn’t wait to see the cornerstone he laid. #yellowstone #yellowstonenationalpark #ynp #rooseveltarch #teddyroosevelt #history #nationalparks #findyourpark #adventure #travel #explore #montana #northentrance #gardiner #thewanderwells
Have you ever hiked to Juney Whank Falls in the Gr Have you ever hiked to Juney Whank Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park?  For such a beautiful waterfall, we were surprised how few people were on this trail!

#waterfallsofinstagram #waterfalls #waterfall #waterfalls💦 #juneywhankfalls #gsmnp #gsmnptrails #smokymountains #brysoncitync #visitsmokies #smokymountainwaterfalls #smokymountainsnationalpark #visitnorthcarolina #hike #hiking #summer #explore #adventure #deepcreekcampground 
#summer2019  #thewanderwells
Being the 5th largest state park in the country, C Being the 5th largest state park in the country, Custer State Park has so many unique areas to explore.  Sylvan Lake is an especially popular area offering amazing trails, fishing, rock climbing, swimming, and watercraft rentals.  It’s easy to spend a whole day in this beautiful spot!

#custerstatepark #custer #custersd #sylvanlake #lake #lakes #hiking #trails #water #park #statepark #southdakota #travelsouthdakota #nature #hifromsouthdakota #landscapephotography  #landscape #nature #travel #adventure #explore #keystone #rapidcity #hillcity #thewanderwells
Campground 1 of 2 for this trip...Headwaters at Fl Campground 1 of 2 for this trip...Headwaters at Flagg Ranch.  We’ve felt so close to nature surrounded by these gigantic lodgepole pines. #grandtetons #grandtetonnationalpark #grandtetonlodgecompany #camping #rv #johndrockefellerjrmemorialparkway #adventure #travel #nationalparks #findyourpark #forest #woods #pines #campsite #yellowstone #yellowstonenationalpark #headwatersatflaggranch #flaggranch #wyoming #thewanderwells
We’re back in the saddle and excited to be explo We’re back in the saddle and excited to be exploring again!  Mount Rushmore and the surrounding areas of South Dakota have been on our list for awhile now.  It’s great to finally experience them.  When looking for a unique family friendly adventure check out the stables at the Palmer Gulch KOA resort.

Palmer Gulch offers three different trail rides through the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve.  It’s a fun way to see this beautiful part of the Black Hills National Forest/Custer State Park.  And the staff is great at teaching the basics of horse riding to beginners and kids. 📸: @howeyeseeitphotography 
#koa #kampgroundsofamerica #koapalmergulch #palmergulchkoa #palmergulchresort #palmergulch #palmergulchstables #horseback #horsebackadventures #custerstatepark #blackhillsnationalforest #norbeckwildlifepreserve #sd 
#southdakota #keystone #custer #hillcity #rapidcity #horsebackriding #adventure #trails #trailriding #southdakotaadventure #familyadventure #travel #southdakotacamping #midwest #thewanderwells
Glad to hear the Farm at Prophetstown State Park i Glad to hear the Farm at Prophetstown State Park is open again!  We look forward to returning and visiting with all the barnyard animals.

#farmatprophetstown #prophetstownstatepark #indiana #westlafayette #westlafayetteindiana  #stateparks #statepark #indianastateparks #visitindiana  #indianadnr #exploreindiana #midwest #farm #barnyard #farmanimals #chicken #chickens #hen #animals #familytraveladventures #thewanderwells
Tower Falls was pretty amazing. Named for the roc Tower Falls was pretty amazing.  Named for the rock formations that resemble castle towers, this spot is worth the stop.  Supposedly around 8:00 am there’s a rainbow that appears near the bottom of the falls, but we never found the path to get down there.  The view from the overlook was still awesome! #yellowstonenationalpark #yellowstone #ynp #nationalparks #findyourpark #nature #waterfall #parkroamers #forest #overlook #rocks #travel #adventure #explore #wyoming #thewanderwells
Found a great hidden gem in Indianapolis today! # Found a great hidden gem in Indianapolis today! 
#holcombgardens #butleruniversity #indiana #indianapolis #gardens #nature #landscape #waterfall #explore #midwest #indy #h2gindiana #visitindiana #backyardadventures #thewanderwells
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