I first saw this old train depot in the 70s. It’s unfortunate that more attention isn’t given to it. This ghost town in Rhyolite, Nevada, near Death Valley, still holds a lot of history. The depot stands as a silent witness to a bygone era, fading as time passes.

A mine prospector built a historic house out of bottles after the Gold Rush. Now, it needs support to stabilize it. Vandalism has also caused damage, prompting fences to be installed around it and the old train depot. I don't recall it looking this deteriorated back in the 70s.

Canyonlands National Park, near Moab, Utah, showcases stunning natural beauty. Dirt access roads should remain open for visitors to explore these landscapes. If limitations are needed, a short reservation system, like the 24-48 hour notices used in Mexico, could ensure fair access for all.

Upper Terraces Drive" in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, sits south of Mammoth Hot Springs. A decade ago, the area was much wetter, but it has become noticeably drier. The changing conditions highlight the importance of conservation in these iconic locations.In Canadian parks, finding remote trails with stunning vistas doesn’t require long hikes.

In Canadian parks, finding remote trails with stunning vistas doesn’t require long hikes. The Sheep Mountain Trail in Kluane National Park, Yukon, offers beautiful views after a 1.5-hour hike. In contrast, many U.S. parks require 8-9 mile hikes to reach primitive camping spots.

Alaska boasts incredible scenery, but its remote parks are difficult and expensive for average citizens to access. Without roads, these areas are only reachable by aircraft or boat. A single dirt road with primitive campsites every 125 miles could open them up while preserving quiet solitude.

Canyon De Chelly in Arizona remains breathtaking. Located near Four Corners, it sits in the high desert. While the West has always been dry, I’ve observed it becoming drier over the years, affecting the area’s natural beauty and ecosystems.

The Devils Garden in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument faces significant threats. Created in 1906 under the Antiquities Act, the area is at risk from drilling interests. Its trails, like the Lower Falls Trail, offer desert terrain, green spaces, and an impressive waterfall at the end.