97: Our Favorite Winter Road Trip through the National Parks

Exploring the National Parks

It’s time for another road trip! In this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we embark on an epic 10-day winter road trip to three unforgettable national parks: Zion, Death Valley, and Joshua Tree.

If you’ve got the time, we’ve got the perfect itinerary for you, complete with bonus activities from John—for the sake of fun!

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• The best time of year to hit the road for this trip
• What to explore in Zion National Park during the winter
• The must-see state park you shouldn’t skip along the way
• Our favorite foodie stops that are perfect for refueling
• The coolest hike that you can’t miss on this trip
• Must-do activities in Death Valley
• Hidden gems in the Mojave Preserve
• Top experiences in Joshua Tree

This road trip is the ideal winter escape for the whole family, offering the best of each park when they’re at their finest. We hope you get to experience it this year!

And now, we want to hear from you! What’s your quirky, off-the-beaten-path family road trip stop? The one only you seem to enjoy? Head over to the Dirt in My Shoes Facebook or Instagram page and share your favorites—we’re building a list!

For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here.