Ultimate Monocacy National Battlefield Driving Tour Guide: Complete Family Experience
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Ultimate Monocacy National Battlefield Driving Tour Guide: Complete Family Experience

ByDennis Monk Virginia, Mid-Atlantic, Travel Guides and Itineraries

Sometimes the best family trips are the ones where you blend education with adventure, and the Monocacy National Battlefield driving tour delivers exactly that. During our recent spring break stay in Frederick, Maryland, we carved out an afternoon to explore this significant Civil War site, and it proved to be both enlightening and engaging for…

Authentic Hopewell Culture National Historical Park Visitor Guide
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Authentic Hopewell Culture National Historical Park Visitor Guide

ByDennis Monk MidWest, Ohio, Travel Guides and Itineraries

Walking through these ancient earthworks in early March was absolutely incredible! I’m talking about massive mounds built over 2,000 years ago by people who were way more sophisticated than most of us realize. Located in Chillicothe, Ohio the park was unexpected and – and I definitely underestimated what this place had to offer. Keep reading…

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Best Family Hikes at Catoctin Mountain Park: Complete Trail Guide and Tips

ByDennis Monk Mid-Atlantic, Maryland, Travel Guides and Itineraries

Looking for some family hikes near Washington D.C. that combine stunning views with rich history? You can find the Best Family Hikes at Catoctin Mountain Park in Maryland! It delivers exactly what you need, some well-maintained trails, breathtaking views, and some fresh air to keep both kids and adults interested throughout the day. Essential Information…

Manassas National Battlefield: Complete Guide to Two Historic Civil War Battles
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Manassas National Battlefield: Complete Guide to Two Historic Civil War Battles

ByDennis Monk Travel Guides and Itineraries, Mid-Atlantic, Virginia

Walking Civil War battlefields at Manassas was incredible! Two auto tours, free admission, passport stamps, and the Stone House made this Virginia National Park site unforgettable. See our complete guide!

Have you visited any of the Ten Least Visited National Parks?
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Have you visited any of the Ten Least Visited National Parks?

ByDennis Monk Resources, Blog

There are currently 63 National Parks in the National Park Service system. You have no doubt heard of the more famous parks, such as The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Yellowstone National Park.  But did you know that the total number of annual visitors in the ten least visited National Parks equated to only…