Amnicon Falls State Park is one of three state parks in northern Wisconsin featuring dramatic waterfalls. While you won’t find the tallest falls in the state (that title goes to nearby Pattison State Park), the waterfalls and hiking trails are still lovely and make Amnicon Falls State Park a great addition to any northern Wisconsin …
When you think of Wisconsin, waterfalls are probably not the first thing that pops into your head. As a lifelong Wisconsin resident, waterfalls aren’t something I associate with the state. But as I planned out my trip to the Apostle Islands and northern Wisconsin, I found myself padding out my trip with stops at waterfalls …
For travelers planning their first trip to Europe, I’d make several recommendations. Typically, I recommend starting in Ireland or the United Kingdom, particularly for those who are nervous about any potential language barrier. But for those who still want something “easy”, but are up for a little more of a challenge, I recommend starting with …
Arches National Park is home to some of the most iconic rock formations in Utah. As my mom and I road tripped around Utah, this was one of our favorite national parks. We aren’t alone. Arches National Park is a heavily trafficked park. It’s here that you find the iconic Delicate Arch (which is even …
White Sands National Park in New Mexico looks like something from another planet. The park is a protected area for the gypsum dunes and the white sand that covers this area is just looks unique. You only need one day at White Sands National Park to see the highlights and in this guide, I’ll layout …
Door County has no shortage of parks and over the course of four weekends, I tried to visit as many as possible. These ranged from state parks to state natural areas to independent nature preserves and more. Throughout all of these parks, Newport State Park stood out as one of my favorites. There are several …
Mesa Verde National Park is full of human history. While many national parks focus on hiking, nature, and amazing views, Mesa Verde was the first national park to be dedicated to human history. The big draw of Mesa Verde National Park is the cliff dwellings which are the homes of the Ancestral Pueblo people and …
Located in western Colorado, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is home to some spectacular scenery. With just one day, you have enough time to cover most of the activities on the south rim. Yes, there is more to do than what is just listed in this one day itinerary, but I believe that …
Door County, Wisconsin has no shortage of parks and recreation areas. Within these parks in Door County, you’ll find scenic views, plenty of hikes, wildlife spotting opportunities, and so much more. While I’ve already written a post talking about the best hikes in Door County, I instead wanted to focus on the various parks throughout …
Door County makes up most of Wisconsin’s peninsula that juts out into Lake Michigan. This area is a hub for tourism with its wineries, shopping, good food, and nature. No matter what you like, you’re sure to find something in Door County that piques your interest. That said, this post is all about the best …
