June 18, 2025

117: Favorite National Park Road Trips!

29 minutes

Ready to rev your engines and explore the best of America's (and Canada's!) national parks? Join us in this episode of Exploring the National Parks as we round up our all-time favorite road trips- perfect for this road trip season!

From the stunning peaks of the Pacific Northwest to the iconic landscapes of the Southwest, we're sharing our top tips and must-see destinations. And because every great road trip needs great snacks, we're even pairing each route with a fun potato-themed dish!

Join us as we discuss:

A 10-day adventure through Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky

An epic journey through the Pacific Northwest, featuring towering redwoods and fiery volcanoes

A 14-day trip through the Canadian Rockies, complete with jaw-dropping glaciers

A jam-packed Black Hills road trip in South Dakota, where you can experience a ton of amazing sites without spending too much time in the car

A grand tour of the Southwest, hitting nine national parks in 14 days and encountering landscapes so otherworldly, you won't believe they're on Earth

We hope you found this episode helpful and that it inspires you to plan your own perfect road trip this summer! You can find more details on each of these road trips in Episode 87, Episode 21, Episode 25, Episode 29, and Episode 15. And don't forget your potato delicacies!

For your task today, let us know which road trip you’re most excited for! Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and share your pick!

For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip-planning started, check out the full show notes.

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Are you hoping for an epic and stress-free national park trip? Check out these FREE resources to make trip planning a breeze!

Master Reservation List – learn about the camping, lodging, and activity reservations required for every park.

National Parks By Month List – see the best parks to visit during every month of the year.

National Parks Checklist – track where you’ve been and where you still need to go.

National Parks Packing List – pack the essentials to be confident and prepared as you explore the parks.

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June 18, 2025

117: Favorite National Park Road Trips!

29 minutes

Join us as we discuss:

A 10-day adventure through Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky

An epic journey through the Pacific Northwest, featuring towering redwoods and fiery volcanoes

A 14-day trip through the Canadian Rockies, complete with jaw-dropping glaciers

A jam-packed Black Hills road trip in South Dakota, where you can experience a ton of amazing sites without spending too much time in the car

A grand tour of the Southwest, hitting nine national parks in 14 days and encountering landscapes so otherworldly, you won't believe they're on Earth

For your task today, let us know which road trip you’re most excited for! Head over to the Dirt In My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and share your pick!

For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip-planning started, check out the full show notes.

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Are you hoping for an epic and stress-free national park trip? Check out these FREE resources to make trip planning a breeze!

Master Reservation List – learn about the camping, lodging, and activity reservations required for every park.

National Parks By Month List – see the best parks to visit during every month of the year.

National Parks Checklist – track where you’ve been and where you still need to go.

National Parks Packing List – pack the essentials to be confident and prepared as you explore the parks.

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