Exploring National Parks & Stargazing with David Ciccarelli of Lake.com | Sierra Now Podcast
This week on the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, we’re joined by David Ciccarelli, founder of Lake.com, the ultimate platform for lake vacation rentals. 🌊
Timestamps to Navigate the Episode:
[00:00] Episode introduction and reflections on the Sierra’s outdoor beauty.
[02:12] Meet David Cicirelli and the vision behind Lake.com.
[10:00] David’s story: From growing up by Lake Superior to starting Lake.com.
[15:47] Discussion of underrated national parks and surprising visitor stats for Kings Canyon and Lassen.
[25:15] The rise of astro tourism and Crater Lake’s stargazing appeal.
[30:42] Insights into other engaging Lake.com studies, such as Instagram-worthy lakes.
[36:45] Quickfire outdoor adventure questions for David Cicirelli.
David’s research into National Parks reveals fascinating insights into:
The best value National Parks, with California’s Lassen, Kings Canyon, and Redwoods topping the list. 🌲
The best night skies in National Parks, where Crater Lake beats Lassen Volcanic. 🌌
Tips for planning unforgettable lake and park vacations.
David, a Harvard graduate featured in Forbes and Travel + Leisure, discusses his findings and shares why National Parks are a treasure worth exploring. Charlie Pankey adds a local perspective, making this episode a must-watch for adventurers and travelers alike.
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Resources & Links Mentioned:
Lake.com: Explore lakeside vacation ideas, national park guides, and list your lake property on their platform: https://www.lake.com/
Studies by Lake.com:
Underrated National Parks Ranked – https://www.lake.com/company/reports/most-underrated-national-parks/
Most Picturesque Lakes on Instagram – https://www.lake.com/company/reports/most-picturesque-lakes/
Cleanest and Dirtiest Lakes in North America
National Parks For Stargazing Mentioned: https://www.lake.com/company/reports/best-national-parks-for-stargazing/
Kings Canyon National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park
Crater Lake National Park