Author: Always__Exploring__
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10 National Park Hikes: ALL 1 mile or less!
It’s almost summer, which means it’s the perfect time to get out and explore the National Parks! I know not everyone has the time or unlimited vacation hours for some of the National Parks longer hikes, so I made a list of our favorite National Park hikes that are short, but still absolutely STUNNING. Every…
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Matthiessen State Park: 1 Day Adventure
Matthiessen State Park is in LaSalle County, about 4 miles south of Utica, and about 100 miles from downtown Chicago. At just under 2,000 acres, this park will take you down into a stunning canyon with massive, moss covered, sandstone walls where there are waterfalls, wildlife, and beautiful arched, stone bridges at every turn. There…
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7 Waterfalls in 3 Days: Daniel Boone National Forest
Daniel Boone National Forest covers over 700,000 acres of land and spreads across 21 counties in Eastern Kentucky. This National Forest has over 600 miles of hiking trails that will take you to towering sandstone cliffs, massive natural stone arches, and countless stunning waterfalls cascading into beautiful emerald pools. This beautiful forest is the perfect…
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6 National Parks in 14 Days: Another Epic Summer Road Trip
Can you guess our family’s favorite way to travel? If you guessed a road trip- you are right! We love jumping in the car and heading to places where the internet and cell service are scarce, but the beauty of the outdoors is abundant. We welcome pausing the rush of everyday tasks and to do…
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5 National Parks in 14 days: An Epic Summer Road Trip
Our crew looks forward to our summer road trip every year. For us, there’s nothing better than packing up the car, blasting our favorite tunes, and hitting the open road for an epic adventure. We put a pause on work, school, social media, practices, and everything else on our never-ending to-do list, and instead make…
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Kancamagus Highway: 1 Day Adventure
If you are visiting New England, this scenic 35-mile drive between Lincoln and Conway, New Hampshire, is a must see! The Kancamagus Highway has 360 views at every overlook, spectacular hiking trails, and all the waterfalls you could want as you wind through the stunning White Mountain National Forest. A day on the Kancamagus Highway…
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Prophetstown State Park
Prophetstown State Park is located in West Lafayette, IN, about an hour northwest of Indianapolis. The park is named after a Shawnee village established by two brothers- The Prophet and Tecumseh- in 1808. The village was a meeting place for more than 14 Native American tribes hoping to prevent the advancement of European settlement in…
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Acadia National Park: 3 Day Adventure
Acadia National Park is located on the coast of Maine, just outside the town of Bar Harbor. Made up of several islands, with over 65 miles of coastline, 158 miles of hiking trails and another 45 miles of historic carriage roads to explore, Acadia is a park you will not want to miss! The park’s…
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Franconia Notch State Park
Franconia Notch State Park is located right in the middle of the stunning White Mountains, just a short drive outside the city of Lincoln, New Hampshire. This park is tucked into the mountain pass between the Kinsman and Franconia mountain ranges and offers an endless amount of beauty to its many visitors. This state park…
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Crawford Notch State Park
Crawford Notch State Park is located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, about 14 miles northwest of Bartlett. This park quickly became one of our favorite state parks! Whether you’re summiting one of the many majestic mountain peaks or scrambling to the massive cascading waterfalls, this park is one you will not want to…