Itineraries

Plan the journey. Experience the wonder.

Our curated itineraries are designed to help you make the most of your time in the parks, whether you have a few days or a few weeks. Each one connects unforgettable landscapes, must-see highlights, hidden gems, and gateway communities that bring even more depth to your adventure. Wherever you’re headed, there’s a route here that will inspire the trip of a lifetime.

Three days exploring the Coronado National Forest

Explore the highest peak in the Santa Catalina Mountains on this three-day adventurous itinerary.

Duration
3 days
Perfect for
Hikers, cyclists, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts
Highlights
Scenic drives, challenging rides, stellar views, and dark skies.

Two days exploring Tucson and Sabino Canyon

Explore a desert oasis and enjoy Tucson’s unique food culture with this two-day itinerary featuring adventures in Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.

Duration
1-14 days
Perfect for
Hikers, wildlife watchers, and foodies.
Highlights
Canyon views, swimming holes, birding and wildlife watching, and Tucson’s renowned restaurants.

Experience history, heritage, and the outdoors on this Southern Arizona road trip

Experience the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Southern Arizona along a route with many stories. Following the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, visiting places like Tumacácori National Historical Park, and continuing all the way...

Duration
3 days
Perfect for
History enthusiasts, hikers, birders, and those who love art and culture
Highlights
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, Tumacácori National Historical Park, museums, historic sites, Spanish missions, and great birding opportunities

Which national parks should you visit on Route 66?

Follow the Mother Road from Oklahoma City to the California coast, exploring national parks, monuments, and historic sites connected to Route 66.

Duration
7 days
Perfect for
Road trippers, national park lovers, history buffs, families, and anyone chasing the nostalgia of Route 66
Highlights
Museums, hiking, Southwest culture, dunes, lava tubes, scenic drives, and small mountain towns

3 days in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park & Curecanti National Recreation Area

Experience the dramatic landscapes of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and water-based adventures at Curecanti National Recreation Area.

Duration
3 days
Perfect for
Families and nature enthusiasts
Highlights
Scenic overlooks, watersports, hiking, and wildlife spotting

3 days in Pinnacles National Park

Experience the highlights of Pinnacles National Park with this three-day itinerary packed with hikes and chances to see endangered California condors.

Duration
3 days
Perfect for
Wildlife lovers, less-experienced hikers, campers.
Highlights
Hiking, rock formations, caves, and wildlife viewing.

3 days on Santa Cruz in Channel Islands National Park

Experience the remote beauty and unique wildlife of Santa Cruz Island on this three-day camping excursion in Channel Islands National Park. Enjoy hikes, kayaking and snorkeling, tide pools, and the chance to see island foxes and migrating whales.

Duration
3 days
Perfect for
Outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, campers.

5 days in Santa Monica Mountains & Channel Islands

Discover the best of Southern California's land and sea with this coastal adventure in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Channel Islands National Park.

Duration
5 days
Perfect for
Hikers, kayakers, beach bums, wildlife watchers, and nature lovers.
Highlights
Coastal hikes, island exploration, sea kayaking, and wildlife encounters.

12 hours at Petroglyph National Monument

Discover the ancient rock carvings of Petroglyph National Monument, where volcanic landscapes and cultural history come together in the Albuquerque area.

Duration
1 day
Perfect for
History buffs, hikers, and families looking to experience New Mexico's heritage.
Highlights
Petroglyph hikes, stunning desert scenery, and insights into Indigenous and Spanish history.

12 hours along the Lewis & Clark trail

Trace the historic footsteps of this famous expedition along the Continental Divide, which marked the point of departure from both United States-controlled territory and the Mis­souri River watershed.

Duration
1 day
Perfect for
History enthusiasts, families, and explorers.
Highlights
Beautiful landscapes, educational exhibits, and scenic mountain views.