The Galápagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands located about 600 miles off west of Ecuador. They are known throughout the world as the home to Darwin's finches and the famed Galápagos tortoises, as well as being called The Enchanted Islands as a result of their strong and unpredictable currents.
Owned by Ecuador, 90% of the Galápagos Islands were established as a National Park in 1959.
Badlands National Park, South Dakota:
For centuries humans have viewed South Dakota's celebrated Badlands with a mix of dread and fascination. The Lakota knew the place as "mako sica".
Opened in 2004, this park is at the edge of the Port of Oakland, and to get there you have to weave your way through all the trucks, trains and shipping companies. The view is worth the trip though, a big panorama of the Bay Bridge and downtown San Francisco as well as the Port.
Former backyard of Utah sculptor Thomas Battersby Child, Jr. featuring his original LDS-themed sculptures.
Morey's Piers is a family owned amusement and waterpark complex located right on the beach in Wildwood, New Jersey. They have three huge amusement piers and two sparkling waterparks.
Coyotes howled as I waited for the sun to set.
Palmer Park is a city park located in the center of Colorado Springs. It is surprisingly large with dozens of trails used for hiking, biking and horseback riding.