Taryn Shorr-Mckee
Taryn Shorr-McKee is an Ozarks-based travel writer and photographer originally from Long Island, New York, who has spent her adult life between the Arizona desert and the Missouri Ozarks — and writes like someone who knows both intimately. For Only In Your State, she covers Missouri and beyond, with a particular focus on outdoor adventure, under-the-radar destinations, local food and craft beer, and the kinds of small businesses and hidden gems that most travelers drive right past. Her work has also appeared in Lonely Planet and Midwest Living. Follow her adventures at chasingtrailblog.com.
Meet the Woman Who (Literally) Paved the Way for Glamping in Branson, Missouri
From corporate executive to heavy-equipment operator, Halley Fleming followed her instincts to create a one-of-a-kind glamping escape in the Ozarks.
Check Into the Upside Down at This Real-Life ‘Stranger Things’ House
The beloved ‘80s-themed sci-fi/drama/horror series ended, but fans can keep the culture alive by staying in the replica Byers’ house near Atlanta.
Experience ‘Old Florida’ on Cabbage Key, a Tiny Island Only Accessible by Boat
This 100-acre Gulf island has no roads or vehicles, a family-run inn, roaming tortoises, and one famously paradise-like dollar bill-covered bar.
I’ve Stayed in Over 40 Glamping Resorts Across the US, and These Are the 10 Most Memorable
From my first glamping stay near Zion to solo nights in an Alaskan yurt and family trips to Colorado, these 10 “glampgrounds” stand out most.
This Tribal-Run Montana Ski Area Keeps Skiing Accessible—and Deeply Rooted in Community
On a Native American reservation in northern Montana, Bear Paw Ski Bowl proves that skiing doesn’t need luxury or high prices—just community, commitment, and a shared love of winter.
