The Local Tourist

Beartooth Highway is a short scenic drive that's open only a few months out of the year. See why it's worth making the effort to tour this remote route.

Buckingham Fountain, the centerpiece of Grant Park, is one of the most spectacular landmarks in Chicago and one of the largest fountains in the world.

From attractions to museums to concerts and more, there are so many things to do in Chicago.

The Local Tourist digs deep into destinations with passion and insight, focusing on culture, history, the great outdoors, and tips on how to enjoy it all.

If you've got limited time in Zion National Park, the Canyon Overlook Trail is a relatively easy hike up to a magnificent view.

From attractions to museums to concerts and more, there are so many things to do in Chicago.

Yellowstone National Park is a mythical, magical place. See what it's like to visit this unique landscape that's like no other place on earth.

Looking for the best places to visit in Utah? From national parks to offbeat small towns, here are the best travel destinations in Utah!

One of the best things about summer is dining at one of the Chicago Riverwalk restaurants.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is the quietest National Park in the United States and a perfect representation of a cyclical environment.

Located in the high desert plains of southeastern Colorado, the Comanche National Grasslands is not your typical tourist destination.

If you've got limited time in Zion National Park, the Canyon Overlook Trail is a relatively easy hike up to a magnificent view.

The number of free attractions, museums, and things to do will blow your mind.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is the quietest National Park in the United States and a perfect representation of a cyclical environment.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is the quietest National Park in the United States and a perfect representation of a cyclical environment.

If you’re driving through southern Utah, don’t blink. If you do, you’ll most likely miss something spectacular.

Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas, is a quirky roadside attraction on Route 66. Learn the story behind this unique public art destination.

Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site is a painstakingly created reproduction of what had once been a melting pot and a vibrant trading center.

If you've got limited time in Zion National Park, the Canyon Overlook Trail is a relatively easy hike up to a magnificent view.

See what it's like to spend one night in Badlands National Park, camping in Sage Creek Campground, surrounded by bison and prairie dogs.

There's a reason Navy Pier is one of Chicago's most popular attractions. Find out everything you need to know, from restaurants to attractions to fireworks with this ultimate resource.

When you're ready to hit the road, make sure you're stocked with these road trip essentials.

With over 20 suggested campgrounds, plan your summer camping with these recommendations for the best places to camp in the Midwest.

Learn why Devils Tower National Monument is a clerical error, and other things you (probably) didn't know about this Wyoming landmark.

Find out what it's like to spend a night in Joshua Tree National Park in this excerpt from "Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1."