There are some great hikes in northern Wisconsin, but the trail to Morgan Falls and St. Peter’s Dome in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is easily one of my favorites. The hike takes you to the second tallest waterfall in Wisconsin (Morgan Falls) and to an excellent viewpoint overlooking the forest (St. Peter’s Dome). This trail …
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 …
Exploring the beautiful colonial towns of Colombia can be fun, but often I find you need a little variety in your day. When I visited Villa de Leyva, that variety came in the form of a hike to Cerro de la Cruz for a view over the city. The hike turned out to be more …
Barichara is a lovely town that many have called “the prettiest town in Colombia”. Yes, the streets are picturesque and the surrounding mountains are beautiful, but there’s also a fantastic hike that leads straight from the city of Barichara. This hike, known as the Camino Real, takes you on an ancient path from the town …
Zion National Park is beautiful and can be visited all year round. While many travelers focus their trips on summer and shoulder seasons (I personally recommend traveling in fall), Zion is still open to visitors in winter. However, before you pack up for a trip to Zion National Park in the winter, there’s a few …
Bryce Canyon National Park is spectacular with its iconic hoodoos littering the bottom of the canyon. While it’s cool to take in the views from the rim (you’ll find so many incredible view points), another fantastic option is to hike into the canyon. Through most of the year, you can do this without too much …
The Sky Pond Trail is a beautiful hike and is one of the best day hikes you can do in Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll hike up a mountain to some absolutely gorgeous alpine lakes and the scenery is just incredible. Sky Pond was one of the highlights of my 10 Days in Colorado. That …
