On this episode of the Travel Fun and Adventure Podcast, we go over our tips for planning that National Park trip now that you have decided which park to go to.
1. Decide what kind of accommodations you are interested in, whether camping, cabins, lodges or outside-the-park lodging.
2. Make your reservations as soon as possible.
3. Plan what other activities you want to do besides visiting the park itself, whether in the area around the park or on the way to the park.
4. Plan your days but leave time for rest days if possible.
5. Do more research on the specific park you will stay at, such as park regulations and tips from other visitors. If you are bringing a pet, be sure to find out where you can take your pet and where you cannot take them.
6. Check out weather conditions not only at the park itself but other areas you will be visiting. Keep in mind that the weather forecast can change day by day, so keep up track of what the latest forecast is.
7. Make a list of what you need to bring on the trip, including:
8. When packing, pack as minimalist as possible, but also remember that you might encounter many different temperatures. For example, on one trip, we had 100-degree temperatures at Craters of the Moon Park and then encountered snow on July 1st on Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park.
9. Think about the food and snacks you want for the trip. Consider taking some non-refrigerated microwavable meals that you can eat in a hotel so you don't have to go out to a restaurant when you are tired from a long day.
10. Don't forget to bring water, and if you are hiking, think about bringing water filtration systems with you.
11. Bring a first aid kit.
12. Don't forget all the other items you will need on the trip, such as hiking shoes, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
13. Maps and navigation systems because there will be areas where you don't have cell signals.
14. Pet supplies if you bring a pet along on the journey.
15. When at the park, be sure to Leave No Trace, and DO NOT try to take a selfie with a Bison.
16. Don't forget about the possible educational opportunities with the children or yourself, for that matter.
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