Daniel R. Fitzgerald

Daniel R. Fitzgerald is a national parks travel expert and outdoor recreation guide based in Denver, Colorado, with over 15 years of experience leading tours, creating travel itineraries, and educating visitors on responsible travel in America's wilderness areas. He has guided trips to more than 30 national parks and has extensive knowledge of Rocky Mountain and Southwest destinations including Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Arches, and Great Sand Dunes. Daniel holds a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification and a degree in Recreation Management from Colorado State University. He is deeply passionate about Leave No Trace principles and sustainable tourism practices. Daniel contributes to travel and outdoor recreation Q&A forums, helping travelers plan national park trips, understand permit systems, and travel responsibly in sensitive natural environments.