The Arcotete Ecotourism Park (or El Arcotete Parque Ecoturístico) is about 20 minutes outside of San Cristóbal de las Casas. They’re located in the southern state of Chiapas, México. The lush park includes a short-paved hike, that leads through a limestone cave system. The caves have incredible views of the surrounding area. This cave system […]
The city of Oaxaca de Juarez, or simply Oaxaca, is the largest city and the capital of the Mexican state that holds the same name and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The “de Juarez” was added in 1872, to honor the local, Benito Juarez, who became president of Mexico and held office for […]
I combined the hike of Grotto Falls Trail with Palisade Falls Trail. About an hour drive south of Bozeman, it made for an excellent 3.5-mile afternoon hike. The Grotto Falls Trail is a heavily trafficked 2.4-mile, out and back trail that features wild flowers and a waterfall. Grotto Falls is an easy hike that is […]
Big Sky Resort is in Big Sky, Montana, 72 kilometers (45 miles) south of Bozeman on highway 191. It’s another 80 kilometers (50 miles) north of West Yellowstone. The resort is in the northern Rocky Mountains. This creates unique conditions that provide more than 400 inches of snow annually. Big Sky opened in 1973, by […]
The Cosmos Mystery area is outside of Mount Rushmore in Keystone, South Dakota. It’s only a short 15-minute drive from Mount Rushmore. The cost of entry for adults is $12 per person and $6 per kid ages 5-11. Children ages 0-4 get in for free. Stop in for a quick break when coming from Deadwood […]
Deadwood is a small town in the Black Hills of South Dakota in the northern central United States. It’s often recognized for a colorful history. The city of Deadwood, and the region of the Black Hills, are famous for being a major stomping ground in the Wild West. Immerse oneself in history. Walk down the […]
The Sacagawea Peak Trail services four peaks outside of Bozeman, Montana. It’s next to the Fairy Lake Trailhead in the Bridger Mountain Range. I came here to hike the 5.2-mile, out and back, Sacagawea Peak Trail. I summited three peaks after a quick stop at the lake, for a total of 8.71-miles roundtrip. Fairy Lake […]
Hey! I’m Nicholas, I was born in Anchorage, Alaska but raised in Denver, Colorado. I spent my career as a bartender, but when Covid hit I knew I’d had enough. I quit my job, sold everything I own, and decided to travel the world! Join me as I backpack around the globe, hitting up bucket list destinations while discovering the hidden gems found off the beaten track!
