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View from campsite of lake and mountains at Henrys Lake State Park
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Henrys Lake State Park: Epic Campground Near Yellowstone

Like many unique destinations, I discovered Henrys Lake State Park on Instagram (thanks to @hitchedheatherly).  I was looking for a campground near Yellowstone, with mountain views, low nightly cost, advance reservations, and availability for the dates we already had set in stone.   With Henrys Lake State Park in Island Park, Read more…

By Christina Wells, 4 years3 years ago
Mack Dick Pavilion Parking Lot Texas
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Palo Duro Canyon State Park: 5 Things to Love

It wasn’t until this past year that I heard about Palo Duro Canyon State Park.  It sounded interesting, but being a state park I didn’t have it as high on my priority list as some of the National Parks.  Boy, was I wrong.  We were lucky we had time to Read more…

By Christina Wells, 5 years3 years ago
Night photo of campsite at Valley of Fires Recreation Area Carrizozo New Mexico
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Valley of Fires: Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Glamping

The idea of BLM camping has fascinated me since before we bought a travel trailer.  I always loved the thought of camping in nature without having to give up luxuries like my cozy bed and clean bathroom.  All while enjoying scenic landscapes outside our windows and deep dark skies perfect Read more…

By Christina Wells, 5 years3 years ago
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Badlands is known for its other worldly appearance Badlands is known for its other worldly appearance.  Aside from the beautiful red, white, and pink striated rocks that are so prominent in the park there are also these striking Yellow Mounds.  Found slightly south of the Pinnacles entrance, these golden hills are easy to access from the “Yellow Mounds Overlook” parking lot.  I could not believe that no one else was in the area when we visited!  This was one of the sights I was most looking forward to at the park and it did not disappoint. 
#badlandsnationalpark #badlands #nationalpark #badlandsnps #midwestnps #nationalparks #findyourpark #southdakota #sd #nps #yellowmounds #southdakotagram #landscapephotography #nature #nikon #nikonusa #sunsetphotography #travel #adventure #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
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
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 such a great time at Happy Place! There we We had such a great time at Happy Place!  There were twelve rooms of fun to explore and the theming was incredible.  We couldn’t help but smile! 
#happyplace #happy #wearehappyplace #happyplacelasvegas #lasvegas #vegas #vegasstrip #mandalaybay #mandalaybayshoppes #nevada #travelnevada #lasvegasforkids #photofun #familyfun #adventure #smile #explore #thewanderwells
Continuing our kid friendly fun in Vegas and check Continuing our kid friendly fun in Vegas and checked out the conservatory at the Bellagio.  So beautiful!  I can only imagine how much work goes into creating such an elaborate display.  It amazes me they change it out every season!

#bellagio #bellagiohotel #bellagiolasvegas #conservatory #gardens #bellagiogardens #lasvegas #vegas #vegasstrip #nevada #travelnevada #familytravel #vegaskids #thewanderwells
Exploring the kid friendly side of the #vegasstrip Exploring the kid friendly side of the #vegasstrip and found the amazing #hellokittycafe !  Their cookies are adorable and delicious!

#vegas #vegaspark #hellokitty #hellokittycafetruck #hellokittycafelasvegas #hellokittycookies #desserts #cafe #park #foodtruck #popupshop #popuprestaurant #lasvegas #nevada #vegasforkids #lasvegasforkids #kidfriendlylasvegas #newyorknewyorklasvegas #newyorknewyorkhotel #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
Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH a Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH and had to stop by one of the local favorites, Buns Restaurant.  If you’re ever around  north Columbus, it’s a great place for dinner!

#bunsrestaurant #delaware #delawareohio #delawareoh #ohio #midwest #smalltown #smalltowncharm #destinationdelawareoh #centralohio #explore #travel #restaurant #ohiorestaurants #dining #ohiodining #exploreohio #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
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
What a great way to start the day! A boat ride to What a great way to start the day!  A boat ride to Elk Island and a fantastic breakfast with a fantastic view.  #grandtetons #grandtetonnationalpark #elkisland #grandtetonlodgecompany #jacksonlake #coulterbay #travel #island #adventure #stunninggrandteton #mountainmorningbreakfast #view #wyoming #findyourpark
Discovered a new Indiana state park today. We rea Discovered a new Indiana state park today.  We really enjoyed exploring the natural and historic sites at Prophetstown.  The campgrounds are amazing also!  We’ll have to visit again once it’s warmer to check out the aquatic park too.

#prophetstownstatepark #prophetstown #indiana #indianaparks #indianastateparks #stateparks #nature #history #tecumseh #campground #visitindiana #midwest #battlegroundindiana #lafayette #explore #adventure #exploreindiana #naturalindiana #dnr #departmentofnaturalresources #thewanderwells
It’s hard to capture in a photo, but the sand at It’s hard to capture in a photo, but the sand at Coronado Beach sparkles like gold.  The pyrite in the sand makes it shimmer in the sun and it is mesmerizing!

#hoteldelcoronado #thedel #coronadobeach #coronado #california #socal #cali #ilovecalifornia #beach #coast #pacificcoast #pacificbeach #sand #goldsand #ocean #pacificocean #sandiego #lifeguard #sunset #hellocalifornia #sandiegotourism  #happinessiscalling #visitcalifornia #visitcoronado #visitsandiego #travel #explore #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
Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I’ve noticed this green building.  This was the trip we finally checked out Sun Harvest Citrus.  It was a fun little stop with juice and citrus samples, a playground, gift shop, and ice cream.  The orange ice cream float was especially delicious!

#orange #oranges #florida #floridaoranges #sunharvest #citrus #icecream #fortmyers  #familytravel #travelblogger #travelflorida #fl #produce #floridacitrus #roadtripstop #adventure #explore #southwestflorida #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
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
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
Parenthood...the greatest adventure of all! Happy Parenthood...the greatest adventure of all!  Happy Father’s Day!! #fathersday #father #fatheranddaughter #family #familytime #custerstatepark #custerstateparksd #southdakota #sd #familyadventure
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