Ready to have your breath taken away by the natural beauty of the United States? Visit one of these 10 locations and experience the wild wonder of this country. Niagara Falls Long heralded as one of the most breathtaking sites to see, this waterfall lives up to the hype. Visitors can view it from the US or Canadian side of the falls by crossing the international border. Take the boat tour to get a close up view, it’s worth the money! Sequoia National Park Located in the southern Sierra Continue Reading
Wildlife Viewing at Custer State Park: South Dakota’s Largest and First State Park #BayouTravel
Millions of people visit Custer State Park each year. Most come because of its close proximity to Mt. Rushmore, first-class fishing in its many lakes, and campgrounds in gorgeous mountain settings, but perhaps one of the best reasons to visit Custer State Park is for their abundant wildlife. Custer State Park is home to an 18-mile Wildlife Loop Road that begins at the State Game Lodge within the park and runs to the Blue Bell Lodge. A trip along this loop anytime of day is sure to reward Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – Colorado State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we include Colorado in our A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. For those of you not familiar with our 50 week series, Blogging Babies and the Bayou will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. My mission is to open the eyes of many readers and give a small glimpse of what your own state may offer. If you haven't included Colorado into your U.S travel bucket list, then get ready to brag a pen and paper to make it official! Enjoy our Walk in the Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – California State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we include California into our A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. For those of you not familiar with our 50 week series, Blogging Babies and the Bayou will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. My mission is to open the eyes of many readers and give a small glimpse of what your own state may offer. Having lived in California for 12 years of my life, as a child I visited several State Parks through the Girl Scout Program. Enjoy our Walk in the Continue Reading
6 Reasons to Visit St. Augustine Florida #BayouTravel
Florida isn’t all about Orlando or Miami, there are lots of great cities up and down the coastline. In 3 weeks my family and I will be traveling to St. Augustine, Florida in hopes of adding more excitement into our educational, family travels. St. Augustine is one of the most historical cities is the Gulf Coast area and a short 8 hours drive from the New Orleans, Louisiana area. The area offers traditional tourist attractions, yet infused with historical elements your family is looking for in a Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – Arkansas State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we include Arkansas our A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. For those of you not familiar with our 50 week series, Blogging Babies and the Bayou will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. My mission is to open the eyes of many readers and give a small glimpse of what your own state may offer. My daughter was 7 years old when my parents brought her to her 1st Arkansas State/National Park. My daughter, now a teen, frequently recalls that same trip with Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – Alaska’s State Parks #BayouTravel
Today's 2014 #BayouTravel series: A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight we feature Alaskan State Parks. If you are interested in reading our previous A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight featuring Alabama State Parks and other exciting travel posts, you can type the word #BayouTravel into our blog's search bar for additional travel links. Enjoy Alaska's Walk in the Park Alaska's State Parks If you really want to get back to the wilderness this year, there's no place like Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – State by State, Alabama State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we kick off a new series for Blogging Babies and the Bayou called: A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. This 50 week series will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. I had my first camping experience through Girl Scouts in Los Angeles and moved to S.E Louisiana as a teen where camping was a family past-time. Over the years, my husband (and expert camper) and I have visited various campgrounds and state parks in Louisiana, Mississippi and Florida. My Continue Reading