Radiant Wanderings

The drive to Bowman Lake Campground rewards it’s travelers with gorgeous river views that open wide to mountain panoramas. A journey back in time with dirt roads, log cabins dotting acres of fields, and a mercantile that dates back to 1914.

If mountain vistas, lake views, hot pots, geysers, wildlife sightings, and wide open spaces sound like a great escape from the daily grind, a visit to Yellowstone National Park and Montana should be at the top of your bucket list.

When visiting Glacier National Park don't let fires or crowds keep you from enjoying the area. There are plenty of itinerary options. Be prepared, and when uncertain just ask the locals. In this day itinerary we drive from Kalispell to Polebridge to visit the Mercantile, head on to Bowman Lake in Glacier National Park, and then escape the crowds and stand on top of the world at Hornet Lookout.

In 2016 nearly 3 million people visited Glacier National Park. If you're planning a trip to Glacier National Park and don't know what to pack let me help you with this list. I will cover what to pack for your trip so your suitcase isn't full of items you won't need. Whether hiking, camping, or just driving through Glacier National Park I've got you covered. I live near Glacier National Park and visit often so my list has been refined over time.

Visitors to Glacier National Park have risen steadily in the last five years reaching nearly 3 million in 2016. I still can’t believe that number! With so many guests visiting the area it seems selfish not to share a few of my local secrets with you. So pull up a chair and join me for the inside scoop. Let's bike Going to the Sun Road, enjoy Paddlefest, and take a stroll on North Shore Beach.

If this isn't on your bucket list it should be. With a reputation as one of the most beautiful drives in the United States it's hard to go wrong. We moved across the country from Ohio and this was priority #1 upon arrival. We left our chaotic mess of boxes to go explore and it did not disappoint.