Crazy Horse: The Monument That May Never Be Finished
The Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota is a giant, in-progress monument to a Native American hero.
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National Parks for Solo Travel: The 15 Best Parks to Visit Alone
Traveling alone? From Mammoth Cave to the Smoky Mountains, these are the U.S. national parks which are best suited for solo travelers.
The Chicago to Seattle Drive: A Road Trip Guide
The Chicago to Seattle drive takes less than a week and passes through lots of fun areas!
The 32 Most Awesome Road Trips From Chicago: Day Trips, Weekend Getaways, and Longer Excursions!
Our guide to the best road trips from Chicago, including several you haven’t considered before.
U.S. Route 20 Road Trip: Your Guide for Driving the Longest Road in America!
From Oregon to Massachusetts, U.S. Route 20 is the longest road in America. Perfect for a summer road trip!
Visiting the Begging Burros and Bison in South Dakota’s Custer State Park
Custer State Park in South Dakota is a great place to see bison and feed the “begging burros.”
Where The Heck Is Wall Drug, And Is The Famous South Dakota Tourist Attraction Worth Visiting?
Is Wall Drug worth visiting? It’s supposedly the world’s largest drug store, but it’s more hype than substance.
Is Mt. Rushmore Worth Visiting, or Just a Tourist Trap?
National treasure or tourist trap? Mount Rushmore is probably both.
Stalking Bighorn Sheep in Badlands National Park (and Prairie Dogs Too!)
When I went to the Badlands of South Dakota, I was determined to see bighorn sheep.