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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…

By Christina Wells, 2 years2 years ago
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South Dakota Adventures: Horseback Riding

South Dakota is full of amazing excursions throughout the Black Hills area. To make the most of our time there we scheduled a variety of western activities. While looking forward to all of the adventures, Emilie was most excited for horseback riding with The Palmer Gulch Stables at Mount Rushmore Read more…

By Christina Wells, 2 years2 years ago
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If you love history, or President Lincoln, or both If you love history, or President Lincoln, or both, then Springfield, IL has you covered.  There is so much learn about Lincoln’s life and it’s an honor to have paid respect at his final resting place.
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#springfieldil #abrahamlincoln #uspresident #landoflincoln #illinois #travel #fieldtrip #rvlife #thewanderwells
One of the amazing things about the West Baden Spr One of the amazing things about the West Baden Springs and French Lick hotels are all the spots they’ve created for guests to relax and soak up the scenery.  We really enjoyed breakfast on this patio overlooking the gardens!  With the rocking chairs and beautiful views it was so peaceful!

#luxuryhotel #hotel #hotels #luxuryresorts #luxuryresort #familyfriendlyhotel 
#westbadenspringshotel #westbadensprings #westbadenhotel #gardens #rockingchair #frenchlickresort #frenchlickindiana #indiana #travelindiana #visitindiana #hotelpatio #relax #relaxing #visitfrenchlickwestbaden
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
Our senior pup, Frankie, has been worn out camping Our senior pup, Frankie, has been worn out camping this weekend.  Luckily, she’s been able to enjoy lots of nap time while celebrating her 15th birthday. 😴 #camping #dog #dogsofinstagram #restandrelaxation #naptime #puppylove #seniordog #campingwithdogs #dogsmakeeverythingbetter #husky
There are so many lighthouses to see in Michigan! There are so many lighthouses to see in Michigan!  And the areas surrounding these gems offer tons of other activities.  When we come back we will definitely check out the sand dune trails.  #littlesablepointlighthouse #lighthouse #coast #greatlakes #midwest #travel #adventure #michigan #puremichigan #mears #lakemichigan #littlesablepoint #exploremichigan #midwestmoment #greatlakes #travelmichigan
The history geek in me was absolutely in awe at se The history geek in me was absolutely in awe at seeing Mount Rushmore at sunrise.  Did you know 90% of this monument was carved with dynamite?  I always envisioned dynamite as wildly unpredictable, but in fact it was so precise workers used it to get within 3 inches of the finished look! 
#mountrushmore #mountrushmorenationalmonument #mountrushmorenationalmemorial #southdakota #sd #nps #midwestnationalparks #nationalparks #nationalpark #findyourpark #nationalparkgeek #departmentofinterior #keystone #custer #hillcity #rapidcity #travelsouthdakota #travel
#familytravel #summerroadtrip #adventure #explore #thewanderwells
We had so much fun at the Leoma Lovegrove Gallery We had so much fun at the Leoma Lovegrove Gallery in Matlacha this afternoon.  The attached gardens are so funky and colorful!

#leomalovegrove #matlacha #florida #visitflorida #travel #travelflorida #gardens
#artgallery #artgardens #island #summerfun #adventure #explore #southwestflorida #gulfcoast #familytravel  #travelblogger #thewanderwells
I have dreamed of staying at the historic West Bad I have dreamed of staying at the historic West Baden Springs Hotel for so long.  After such a long wait, this incredible room does not disappoint!  Swipe to see the beautiful view from the indoor balcony!  Keep an eye out, we’ll be sharing all of the beauty and fun at this amazing resort.

#westbaden #westbadenspringshotel #westbadenindiana #indianatravel #travelindiana #frenchlick #frenchlickindiana #frenchlickresort #hotel #hotels #resort #travel #visitindiana #exploreindiana #luxuryhotel #luxuryresort #familyfriendlyhotel #petfriendlyhotel #getaway #localtravel #hotelsandresorts #indianatourism #travelblogger #hotelstyle #vacation #staycation #hotelroom #hotelbalcony #balconyview
So many seashells so little time! Captiva Island So many seashells so little time!  Captiva Island (as well as nearby Sanibel Island) have some amazing shelling locations.  And the sunsets aren’t bad either. 😊

#sunset #ocean #sea #shelling #florida #travelflorida #captivaisland #sanibelisland #southwestflorida #gulfcoast #fl #familytravel #travelblogger #travelflorida #nature #naturalflorida #coast #beach #waves #tide #timelapse #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
As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indi As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indiana's Spring Mill State Park for awhile now.  The pioneer village, wading creek, caves, boat tours, and inn did not disappoint.  We had such a fun time exploring!

#indiana #indianaparks #indianastateparks #springmillstatepark #midwest #midwesthistory #indianahistory #outdoors #nature #naturalindiana #travel #midwestnature #indiananature #visitindiana #travelindiana #travelblogger #travelphotography #explore #summerfun #indianasummer #adventure #onlyinindiana #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
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 love visiting new places, but we also enjoy exp We love visiting new places, but we also enjoy exploring our own backyard.  This weekend we checked out the Christkindlmarkt in Carmel, Indiana.  This holiday bazaar features traditional German foods, music, and a marketplace of German goods. The atmosphere of craft stalls, outdoor ice skating rink, and thousands of Christmas lights is absolutely magical.  This is the second year Carmel has hosted this amazing event and our second year attending.  It’s definitely become a new family tradition.

#carmel #carmelindiana #indiana #midwest #holiday #christkindlmarkt #bazaar #winter #iceskating #iceskatingrink #german #tradition #christmas #carmelchristkindlmarkt #christmaslights #festival #community #explore #exploreindiana #adventure #smalltowncharm #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
One of the things we love about Indiana are the ef One of the things we love about Indiana are the efforts to bring back native prairie lands.  On summer evenings like this, there’s not much better than watching wildflowers in the sunset.

#midwest #indiana #indianaparks #grasslands #wildflowers #carmelparks #carmelclayparks #sunset #prairie #regrowth #summerevenings #onlyinindiana #summer #hiking #hikingadventures #naturalindiana #indiananature #flowers #adventure #explore #exploreindiana #thewanderwells
Our first hike to Clingmans Dome. With 360 degree Our first hike to Clingmans Dome.  With 360 degree views of the Smokies and sunsets like this I definitely understand why it’s such a popular spot.  It might be a half mile uphill to get there but it’s worth it!

#gmsnp #nationalparkgeek #findyourpark #visitsmokies #visitgatlinburg #gatlinburg #greatsmokymountains #brysoncity #brysoncitync #lovencsmokies #visitncsmokies #visitnc #greatsmokeymountainsnationalpark #nps #nationalparks #clingmansdome #naturaltennessee #friendsofthesmokies #instagramtennessee #thenationalparkspass #visitmysmokies #national_park_photography #nationalparkphotography #hiketn #thewanderwells
For such a short boardwalk path, the view at the e For such a short boardwalk path, the view at the end of the Window Trail in Badlands National Park is breathtaking.  Less than a quarter mile round trip, this little stroll offers big views. 
#badlandsnationalpark #badlands #badlandsnps #midwestnps #southdakota #sd  #travelsouthdakota #nps #parks #findyourpark #nationalparks #windowtrail #trails #hiking #travel #naturephotography #landscapephotography #adventure #familyadventures #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
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