Exploring the National Parks
Join Ash and John from Dirt In My Shoes as we explore America’s National Parks!We’re taking you around the national parks and talking about our favorite things, fun facts, adventures, and trip planning. Expect big laughs...
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/14/26 | 155: Haunted National Parks (Vol. 4) | A chupacabra, a lake monster, and something shrieking near Yellowstone. These cryptid legends all come from our next haunted national parks episode. | 1h 17m 17s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 | 154: Exploring White Sands National Park: Best Tips + Activities | Sledding, sunsets, and a working missile range next door — here’s what to know before exploring White Sands National Park. | 57m 58s | ||||||
| 9/16/26 | 153: Zion National Park Trip Report | Our Zion National Park trip report consists of 3 days in July’s heat and crowds, and some lessons learned about the shuttle, the Narrows, and lodging. | 1h 08m 04s | ||||||
| 9/2/26 | grand openingTheodore Roosevelt+4 | — | Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library | Medora, ND | Theodore RooseveltPresidential Library+4 | — | 37m 46s | ||
| 8/19/26 | construction updatesfamily travel tips+3 | — | — | Grand Teton | Grand Tetontrip report+3 | — | 42m 50s | ||
| 8/5/26 | Theodore RooseveltNational Parks+3 | — | — | Theodore Roosevelt National ParkBadlands | Theodore RooseveltNational Park+3 | — | 1h 08m 35s | ||
| 7/22/26 | national parkswildlife+3 | — | — | Theodore Roosevelt National Park | Theodore Roosevelt National Parkwildlife+3 | — | 56m 34s | ||
| 7/8/26 | Yellowstone National Parkwildlife watching+3 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | YellowstoneLamar Valley+1 | Yellowstonebison jams+5 | — | 1h 08m 47s | ||
| 6/24/26 | Great Sand Dunesnational parks+3 | — | — | Great Sand Dunes National ParkNorth America | Great Sand Dunesnational park+3 | — | 1h 06m 54s | ||
| 6/10/26 | Great Sand Dunesnational parks+4 | — | — | Great Sand Dunes National ParkColorado+1 | Great Sand DunesColorado+5 | — | 49m 29s | ||
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| 5/27/26 | national parksvisitor behavior+3 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | Yellowstone | national parksvisitor bingo+5 | — | 1h 07m 36s | ||
| 5/13/26 | hiking trailsnational parks+3 | Ash | — | Sequoia KingsYosemite+2 | hiking trailsnational parks+3 | — | 1h 12m 29s | ||
| 4/29/26 | road tripnational parks+4 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | Zion National ParkBryce Canyon+13 | Grand Circleroad trip+7 | — | 55m 10s | ||
| 4/15/26 | Yellowstone National Parktrip planning+4 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | YellowstoneOld Faithful+4 | YellowstoneOld Faithful+5 | — | 1h 08m 44s | ||
| 4/1/26 | scenic drivesnational parks+3 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | national parks | scenic drivesnational parks+3 | — | 1h 10m 03s | ||
| 3/18/26 | Wind Cave National Parkcave formations+3 | — | Maka Oniye | Wind Cave National ParkBlack Hills+1 | Wind CaveBlack Hills+3 | — | 1h 12m 09s | ||
| 3/4/26 | National ParksTravel Tips+4 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | Wind Cave National ParkBlack Hills+1 | Wind Cave National ParkBlack Hills+5 | — | 46m 55s | ||
| 2/18/26 | Saguaro cactusArizona+3 | — | Dirt In My Shoes | ArizonaSaguaro National Park | Saguaro cactusArizona+5 | — | 1h 05m 52s | ||
| 2/4/26 | wildlife viewingnational parks+3 | — | — | YellowstoneGlacier Bay+3 | wildlifenational parks+5 | — | 1h 10m 10s | ||
| 1/21/26 | 136: Exploring Saguaro National Park: Best Tips + Activities | The silhouettes of giant saguaros against a glowing desert sky are the kind of view that stops you in your tracks. If you want one park that delivers pure golden hour magic, spicy Tucson flavor, and a choose-your-own-adventure split right down the middle, Saguaro National Park is it. In this episode, we cover: Why Saguaro is basically two parks in one, with a whole city in between, and how that changes your planning. The best time of year to visit, plus why sunrise and sunset matter here more than almost anywhere else. Our go-to stops on West Saguaro, including our favorite campground, a tiny trail we do every time, and quick hikes with big payoff. Our go-to stops on East Saguaro, where the saguaros get huge, the loop drive is paved, and bikers are everywhere. The Tucson extras that make the trip even better, including Sonoran hot dogs, two museums we love, and one oddly specific RV tip. Your task for today: Pick your side! Are you a West Saguaro person who wants more solitude, or an East Saguaro person who wants the biggest, oldest saguaros you can find? Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think! Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/136-exploring-saguaro-national-park-best-tips-activities/ Planning your own Saguaro National Park adventure? 5 Things You Can’t Miss on Your First Visit to Saguaro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-things-cant-miss-first-visit-saguaro/ 8 Day Spring Break National Parks Road Trip!: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/8-day-spring-break-national-parks-road-trip/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ | 59m 59s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | 135: Our Top 3 National Park Experiences in 2025! | What do an erupting volcano, a flooded forest, and the 250th anniversary of American independence have in common? They all made our list of top national park adventures from 2025! This year gave us some unforgettable experiences, and we can't wait to share them with you. In this episode, we cover: Why Boston is the perfect place to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026 What it’s like to kayak Cedar Creek in Congaree National Park How we managed to see Kilauea erupting in real time at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Your task for today: Check the USGS or NPS website to see if Kilauea is still erupting, and start planning your own once-in-a-lifetime lava-viewing trip. Or, if volcanoes aren’t in the cards, look up Revolutionary War sites in the national park system to help plan your 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think! Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/our-top-3-national-park-experiences-in-2025/ Planning your own 2026 adventure? Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ | 43m 17s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | 134: Q&A - Recreation.gov Loophole, Hidden Gems, Alaska Parks, and Utah's Mighty Five | Wondering when to visit the Mighty 5 or which parks are best for kids? Trying to figure out if staying inside the park is really worth the price? This episode of Exploring the National Parks is packed with tips and personal stories to help you plan smarter for 2026! In this episode, we cover: When it's definitely worth camping inside the park versus staying in a gateway town How to outsmart (or at least survive) Recreation.gov reservations and what NOT to do What to expect in Glacier in June vs. July Our favorite hidden gems in Yellowstone and Grand Teton When to road trip the Mighty 5, how we travel with kids, and more! Your task for today: We want to know whether or not you think Exploring the National Parks should be a video podcast! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know your thoughts! Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/qa-recreation-gov-loophole-hidden-gems-alaska-parks-and-utahs-mighty-five/ Planning your own 2026 adventure? Dirt In My Shoes Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-park-trip-itineraries/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ | 1h 14m 12s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | 133: 10-Day Florida National Parks Road Trip! | Sunshine, salty breezes, and three incredible Florida national parks in one unforgettable road trip: Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas. Ready to chase wildlife, island-hop through the Keys, and discover Florida's wildest surprises in these national parks? Welcome to our 10-day Florida national parks road trip! In this episode, we cover: A full 10-day road trip that visits Everglades, Biscayne, and Dry Tortugas National Parks Wildlife-packed trails, guided boat tours, and quiet corners of the Everglades you might miss Snorkeling, lighthouses, and the island-party energy of Biscayne and Boca Chita Epic journeys through the Florida Keys on your way to Dry Tortugas The very best spots for manatees, alligators, dolphins, and key lime pie Your task for today: Tell us which park on this Florida road trip you are MOST excited to explore (Everglades, Biscayne, or Dry Tortugas) over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page! Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/10-day-florida-national-parks-road-trip/ Planning your own Florida adventure? Episode 6: Everglades Favorites: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-6-everglades-favorites/ Episode 7: Everglades Fun Facts: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-7-everglades-fun-facts/ Episode 8: Everglades Stories: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-8-everglades-stories/ Episode 9: Everglades Trip Planning: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-9-everglades-trip-planning/ Episode 58: Exploring Dry Tortugas: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-dry-tortugas/ Episode 59: Dry Tortugas Fun Facts: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-fun-facts-about-dry-tortugas-national-park/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ | 57m 33s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | 132: 5 Fascinating Fun Facts about Congaree National Park | Congaree National Park feels alive in every direction, thriving with creatures, towering trees, and raw, wild energy. Step inside this primordial world with us and experience the Southeast as it once was through five fun facts! In this episode, we cover: Why Congaree National Park feels like stepping into a primordial world Record-breaking floods, champion trees, and the raw power of a living landscape A Revolutionary War swamp fox and a daring fight for freedom near the McCord Ferry The hidden history of maroon camps and survival in the Congaree wilderness Your task for today: Watch The Patriot and notice how the swampy, river-filled landscape mirrors the real environments around Congaree. Then start dreaming about your own visit to this wild place! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think. Planning your own Congaree adventure? Episode 130: Exploring Congaree National Park: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/exploring-congaree-national-park-best-tips-activities/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/5-fascinating-fun-facts-about-congaree-national-park/ | 1h 00m 57s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | 131: Acadia Trip Report | Acadia National Park in July was a whirlwind of foggy mornings, lobster feasts, and sweaty summit hikes! From heated parking lot showdowns at Jordan Pond to the peaceful waves of Schoodic Point, this trip was full of surprises, laughs, and plenty of learning moments. In this episode, we cover: The absolute chaos of the Jordan Pond parking lot (and how to avoid it) Why fog and humidity made this one of our trickiest trips yet Where to find the best lobster rolls outside of Bar Harbor Mountain summits, hidden gems, and Acadia adventures beyond the crowds Your task for today: We hope we've convinced you that Acadia is still worth the trip, even with its challenges! Head over to the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page and let us know what you think. Have you ever witnessed a parking lot brawl or cried over the fog in a National Park? We'd love to hear your story! Planning your own Acadia adventure?Dirt In My Shoes Acadia Itineraries: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/acadia-itinerary/ Master Reservation List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/list/ National Park Checklist: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/national-parks-checklist/ Trip Packing List: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/pack/ Don’t miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/acadia-trip-report/ | 42m 28s | ||||||
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Chart history for Exploring the National Parks
Peaked at #13 in United States, currently #13 in United States.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
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| United States | — | #13 | #13 | — |
| Denmark | — | #47 | #47 | — |
| BE | — | #90 | #90 | — |
| PH | — | #98 | #98 | — |
| Sweden | — | #120 | #120 | — |
Chart Positions
5 placements across 5 markets.
Chart Positions
5 placements across 5 markets.