In the Badlands National Park it is one butte after another and who is not a fan of a good butte. A great place to visit at anytime of the year, this South Dakota destination is amazing in the winter. The snow gives the crags and buttes an extra dimension. Plus, the traffic along the [...]
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Lone buffalo at Custer State Park
A lone buffalo grazing in a snowy field was once a common sight in America. Now it can only be seen in select pockets like Custer State Park, the Badlands, and Yellowstone National Park. Fortunately, if you visit one of these places, you are assured of seeing one of these beautiful creatures if not hundreds. [...]
Harney Peak in the Black Hills photo essay
Harney Peak in the Black Elk Wilderness section of the Black Hills National Forest in South Dakota is the highest mountain in the United States, at 7,242 feet, east of the Rocky Mountains. There are nine mountains in South Dakota higher than the highest mountain east of the Mississippi River, which is Mt. Mitchell in [...]
Buffalo grazing in the Badlands National Park
The Badlands National Park in South Dakota is one of the few areas where it is a sure fire bet to see a wild buffalo herd. The Sage Creek Basin has a healthy population of these giant creatures. Be sure to give them their space as they are notoriously ornery when approached. Stay tuned, TT [...]
Snow covered Custer State Park
Some do not care for winter and the snow and cold temperatures, but with adventure travel and photography, winter and snow just adds a new dimension. Skiing of course is the main winter activity, but winter backpacking is also a great activity. One great aspect about winter backpacking is you do not have to worry [...]
A visit to Mt. Rushmore to cool off the scorching hot 4th of July
Temperatures around the United States have absolutely been scorching and the forecast here in Chicago calls for more of the same. Temperature and humidity levels look to be approaching 100 respectively. In honor of the 4th of July, this post features a trip to the iconic Mt. Rushmore, where I visited two founding fathers and [...]
An empty Mt. Rushmore when the snow falls
One of the most iconic monuments in America and a staple of every road trip out west is Mt. Rushmore in the Black Hills near Rapid City, South Dakota. Looking for a good time to visit when the crowds are sparse? Consider a trip in the winter. The mountain is gorgeous framed in snow. Stay [...]
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