National Parks Collecting
Forget stamp collecting – let's go national parks collecting!
If you love the national parks in the USA, then you’re in the right place. You’ll get help with national parks trip planning. Learn what to expect on hikes and scenic drives. Discover fun facts about the national parks in America. Find out what to see and do in the US national parks. Whether you’re about to visit your first park or up to number 63, you’ll gain the knowledge you need to have the absolute best experiences when you’re on your national park trips.
I’m James Ian and I’m a national park expert. I’ve been featured in USA Today’s annual National Parks special print edition and numerous online publications. I have my own website Parks Collecting and have helped over 500 people plan their trips with my detailed published itineraries.
So, let’s start collecting information, experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Episodes
55 episodes
If You’re Planning Your First Arches Trip, Listen to This
Planning an Arches National Park trip? In this episode, James Ian shares a beginner‑friendly Arches National Park guide to help you confidently plan visiting Arches National Park.🔸ARCHES ITINERARIES 🔸➡️
The 10 Best Waterfalls in Yellowstone National Park
James Ian reveals his top 10 Yellowstone waterfalls and explains what makes each waterfall Yellowstone experience unique, including how much effort it takes to reach them. 🔸YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸➡
7 Things You MUST Pack for a Summer National Park Trip
National park expert James Ian shares seven game-changing items to pack for summer national park trips to stay safer, cooler, and more comfortable. ➡️ Get a packing list for yo...
How to See Grand Prismatic Spring the Right Way
In this episode, James Ian explains why Grand Prismatic Spring is a must‑see highlight of Yellowstone, describing The Grand Prismatic Spring as the largest hot spring in the United States and one of the most stunning sights in the park. ...
Top 5 National Parks Packing Essentials People Forget
James shares five commonly overlooked items that can improve a national parks trip, based on his experience visiting parks across the U.S. in all seasons.➡️ Get a packing list for y...
If Long Hikes Aren’t Your Thing in Mount Rainier, Listen to This
Looking for the best easy hikes in Mount Rainier National Park? In this episode, James Ian shares seven beginner-friendly and easy‑to‑moderate Mt Rainier National Park hikes perfect for families, first-time visitors, and anyone looking fo...
Is Summer the Best Time to Visit Mount Rainier?
🔸MOUNT RAINIER ITINERARIES 🔸 ➡️ Get 1, 2 and 3-day itineraries for Mount Rainier National Park 🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸 ...
Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Grand Teton National Park
These are the things I wish I knew before visiting Grand Teton National Park. This Grand Teton National Park travel guide focuses on avoiding common first-visitor mistakes. 🔸GRAND TETON ITINERARIES 🔸
10 Essential Tips For Visiting Grand Teton National Park
Planning on visiting Grand Teton National Park? In this episode, James Ian—expert Grand Teton trip planner and trusted Grand Teton travel guide — shares his top 10 Grand Teton National Park tips to help you plan smarter and avoid common pitfall...
The 42-Mile Scenic Loop in Grand Teton — Every Stop You Can’t Miss
Are you trying to decide what to do in Grand Teton National Park Wyoming? Don’t miss the 42 mile scenic drive. Grand Teton is spread along the Teton range and most of the best things to see and best things to do in Grand Teton National Park are...
The 10 Best Views in Grand Teton National Park
Are you trying to decide what to see and what to do in Grand Teton National Park? Join James Ian, a national park expert, as he shares his top recommendations for the best Grand Teton viewpoints in Grand Teton National Park. 🔸GR...
10 Epic Things To Do in Grand Teton National Park (You’ll Want to Do Them All!)
In this Grand Teton trip planner, discover the best things to do in Grand Teton National Park. 10 must‑do experiences for anyone visiting Grand Teton National Park and wondering what to do in Grand Teton National Park.🔸GRAND TETON ITI...
The 10 Best Viewpoints in Bryce Canyon That’ll Leave You Speechless
🔸BRYCE CANYON ITINERARIES 🔸 ➡️ Get 1 and 2-day itineraries for Bryce Canyon National Park 🔸HIGHLIGHTS 🔸 Join Jame...
The Bryce Canyon Scenic Drive: 12 Stops That’ll Blow Your Mind
Join me as I take you through a detailed journey along the Bryce Canyon National Park scenic drive. 🔸🔸BRYCE CANYON ITINERARIES 🔸🔸 ➡️ Get 1 and 2-day itineraries for Bryce Canyon National Park <...
The 10 Best Hikes in Bryce Canyon National Park
Planning to go hiking in Bryce Canyon National Park? Here are the 10 best trails in Bryce Canyon. If you like to hike, you’ll want to know the Bryce Canyon National Park hikes. These include hikes for all levels, from easy hikes in Bryce Canyon...
7 Mistakes to Avoid When You Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
Are you visiting Bryce Canyon National Park? Here are 7 common mistakes people make when they visit Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah– so you can avoid making them! Important tips for Bryce Canyon National Park you’ll want to know before you go....
The 10 Best Hikes in Arches National Park
If you want to go hiking in Arches National Park and are trying to find the best hikes in Arches National Park, then this episode is for you.🔸ARCHES ITINERARIES 🔸➡️
Arches Scenic Drive: Complete Guide to All the Stops
In this Arches National Park guide, James Ian provides a comprehensive guide to driving through Arches National Park. The primary focus is on the Arches scenic drive, covering key viewpoints and trailheads along the route plus essential tips fo...
10 Important Tips for Visiting Arches National Park
Are you trying to figure out how to visit Arches National Park and looking for helpful Arches National Park tips? In this guide to Arches National Park, we’ll look at 10tips for visiting Arches National Park. 🔸ARCHES ITINERARIES ...
10 Best Arches in Arches National Park
With over 2,000 arches in the park, this detailed guide to the best of Arches National Park Utah will help you prioritize the most spectacular and accessible ones, catering to different levels of hiking difficulty.🔸🔸ARCHES ITINERARIES...
10 Best Things To Do in Glacier National Park for Non Hikers
Are you visiting Glacier National Park and trying to decide what to do in Glacier National Park and you don’t want to hike? Yes, there are plenty of great hikes in Glacier, but there also a LOT of amazing things to do in Glacier National ...
The 10 Best Hikes in Glacier National Park
Planning to go hiking in Glacier National Park? Here are the 10 best hikes in Glacier National Park. If you like to hike, you’ll want to know the best hiking trails in Glacier National Park. These are the Glacier National Park best hikes for al...
10 Important Tips for Visiting Glacier National Park
Are you planning to visit Glacier National Park and trying to figure out the best way to visit Glacier National Park? In this Glacier National Park guide, we’ll look at 10 tips for visiting Glacier National Park. 🔸GLACIER ITINERA...
The Best Viewpoints in Zion National Park: 10 Photo spots not to miss
Trying to decide what to see in Zion National Park? Here are the best viewpoints in Zion National Park. Includes maps, a Zion National Park photography guide, and the info you need to know. 🔸ZION NATIONAL PARK ITINERARIES 🔸&n...
The 10 BEST HIKES in Mount Rainier National Park Not To Miss
Planning to go hiking in Mt Rainier National Park? Here are the 10 best hikes in Mount Rainier National Park. If you like to hike, you’ll want to know the best hiking trails in Mount Rainier National Park. These are the best hikes in Mt Rainier...
