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Small Towns, Back Roads, and Wild Spaces in America

Back Road Ramblers shares travel tips, road-trip destinations, and outdoor adventures for the wanderer in everyone. Our goal is to help people connect with the world and each other by stepping out their front door and embarking on journeys big and small. We’d love to have you along for the ride!

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Recent Posts

A collage of photos featuring the best lake vacations for families.

The Best Family Lake Vacations for Your Next Adventure

three kids in the backseat of a car looking at a map.

Survive the Family Road Trip in 10 Easy Steps

A collage of glamping photos from the Catskill Mountains

The Best Glamping in the Catskill Mountains

A collage of Vermont photos taken on a route 7 road trip.

The Perfect Route 7 Road Trip in Vermont: A Complete 5-Day Itinerary

A peaceful overlook in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

The Ultimate Cape Breton Highlands National Park Camping Guide

A collage of photos featuring easy car camping meals for families.

The 10 Easiest Camping Meals for Families on the Go

pancakes cooking over a fire.

The 7 BEST Recipes for Camping Pancakes Using One Basic Mix

5-Day Vermont Route 100 Road Trip Itinerary

Scenic Route 100: The Ultimate Vermont Road Trip Itinerary (Updated for 2021)

About Back Road Ramblers

Hey there! My name is Tara and I’ve been the voice behind Back Road Ramblers since 2015. Road tripping is my passion and I’d love nothing more than to help you plan your next adventure, whether it’s across town or across the country!

Travel Planning

three kids in the backseat of a car looking at a map.

Survive the Family Road Trip in 10 Easy Steps

A collage of photos featuring easy car camping meals for families.

The 10 Easiest Camping Meals for Families on the Go

pancakes cooking over a fire.

The 7 BEST Recipes for Camping Pancakes Using One Basic Mix

An SUV pulling an older camper through the desert.

Make Your Own Car First Aid Kit for Family Travel

A nighttime view of the Vermont treehouse at Moose Meadow Lodge

Let’s Go Glamping!

Get Outside with Kids

A collage of photos featuring easy car camping meals for families.

The 10 Easiest Camping Meals for Families on the Go

Colonial Williamsburg living history museum at night.

The Best Living History Museums in the USA

Beautiful Family-Friendly Wildflower Hikes in the USA

A young boy looks through binoculars for birds.

What You Need to Know About Bird Watching with Kids

Gates of the Arctic National Park

Explore America’s National Parks