Hello Reader,
June has officially cannonballed onto the scene, and you know what that means - longer days, warmer waves, and ALL the adventure vibes.
Whether you're road-trippin'’ in your RV, chasing waterfalls, or just mentally living in a hammock somewhere tropical (hey, no judgment), this month is packed with bucket list inspo you won’t want to miss.
Grab your fins, your camera, and your sense of wanderlust… because this mermaid’s got juicy travel tips and some wild photography magic to share.
Let’s make June unforgettable - and just a little bit salty. 🧜♀️🌊📸
Favorite Photo from May
This month's favorite photo is from Las Vegas inside the Bellagio Conservatory!
Can you believe I snapped this photo from just an iPhone???
Adventure Ideas for June
🌊 1. Chase Waterfalls While They’re Still Flowing Strong
Why June? Snowmelt season’s still goin’ strong in many spots, which means waterfalls are showing off big time.
Bucket List Pick: Check out Columbia River Gorge in Oregon or Bridal Veil Falls in Telluride, Colorado. Pack a wide-angle lens and maybe a rain poncho… because this is the good kind of getting soaked.
🌼 2. Find Late Blooming Wildflowers in Higher Elevations
Why June? As the lower elevation blooms fade, the mountains start strutting their floral stuff.
Bucket List Pick: Head to Mount Rainier, Glacier National Park, or Colorado’s San Juan Mountains. Think alpine meadows, bursts of color, and maybe even a few lingering patches of snow for contrast. Wildflower + waterfall combo? Chef’s kiss.
🏖️ 3. Have a Mermaid Beach Day… Somewhere New
Why June? It’s finally warm enough to take a salty dip without screaming.
Adventure Twist: Don’t hit your go-to beach. Try a new coastal town, a freshwater lake, or a secret cove that requires a short hike in.
Mermaid Pick: Check out La Jolla’s sea caves in California, Sleeping Bear Dunes in Michigan, or the cliffside beaches of Lake Powell for something fresh and photogenic.
🎒 4. Do a Sunrise-to-Sunset Hiking Challenge
Why June? The longest daylight hours of the year = maximum adventuring.
Bucket List Idea: Choose a trail with multiple peaks or viewpoints and hike from golden hour to golden hour. Bring snacks, layers, and your camera - bonus points if you end it with s’mores.
Pro Tip: This is a great day to experiment with timelapse or golden hour photography!
✈️ 5. Take a “Shoulder Season” Trip to the Southern Hemisphere
Why June? While summer’s heating up in the north, it’s off-season in dreamy southern spots - think fewer crowds and moody, atmospheric beauty.
Bucket List Pick: Go wine tasting and hiking in Chile’s Casablanca Valley, road trip New Zealand’s South Island, or explore the misty mountains of Patagonia.
Adventure, affordability, and cool weather = travel jackpot.
Adventure Amazon Product for June
This month's adventure spotlight is....the East Oak pop-up canopy!
This is a game changer for full time RVers and luxury campers. Plus, it helps my poor skin avoid the dreaded sunburn and all of those pesky bug bites😖
I would also like to point out that I am an extremely lazy traveler and wouldn't even recommend this if it weren't easy to put up. Alas, I got it up in about 5 minutes and tore it down in about 7!
Below is a picture of this baby gracing our riverside campsite with its presence.
Also, if you are looking for recommendations on adventure gear, I recently started a new Instagram account to give reviews so that you don't waste your money!
Other Adventure Ideas for May
New In-Depth Blog Posts
Adventure, outdoor, and photography guides!
New YouTube Videos
Adventure vlogs, guides, and more!
So, what’ll it be—waterfalls, wildflowers, or a wild new adventure? However you dive into June, make it unforgettable, snap those epic shots, and don’t forget to tick one more thing off that bucket list.
As always, I want to thank you for being a part of this adventurous community!
Stay adventurous,
The Bucket List Mermaid 🧜♀️
