We’re Elyse, Alan, and Kodi — from South Florida - retired and road-bound, chasing our national park dream. Lets go on an adventure

Our Travel Journal

Discover dog-friendly hikes, scenic stays, and real stories from the road as we explore America’s national parks,one lodge, trail, and unforgettable view at a time.

After years of chasing deadlines, we chose to chase sunsets instead. Retired and ready, we hit the road with our pup, Kodi, and a dream: to explore every national park in the U.S. This blog is our love letter to the wild—proof that it’s never too late to start living your bucket list.

Our Story

We’re Elyse, Alan, and Kodi — from South Florida - retired and road-bound, chasing our national park dream. Lets go on an adventure

Our Travel Journal

After years of chasing deadlines, we chose to chase sunsets instead. Retired and ready, we hit the road with our pup, Kodi, and a dream: to explore every national park in the U.S. This blog is our love letter to the wild—proof that it’s never too late to start living your bucket list.

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