
Hike to Chittenango Falls
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Chittenango is a great place to hang out and take pictures for a couple of hours. It is a very short hike and the trail takes you from the top of the falls on one side, down to the bottom, across the river, and then up to the top on the other side...
Astrophotography at Monitor & Merrimac
This is a great spot for astrophotography because it offers a good view of the two buttes and is not far from the parking area. The sky was perfectly clear when I visited this spot. Having a parking lot close is very nice, especially if it is cold...
Relax at the Beach at Ludington State Park
This park is worth the drive if you like beaches and/or camping. If not, I would not recommend this park because it is fairly one-dimensional. The views are incredible - Lake Michigan is visible from virtually every part of the park, whether you a...
Top 5 Midwest Day Trips
Everybody has had that feeling. The feeling of wanting to adventure but not being able to take off an entire weekend or week from your busy schedule. I have had this thought numerous times. Whenever I get one day off I try to make the most of it, ...
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon is stunning. With 2,000 ft. drops and views of the entire gorge, it is great for families or photographers. There are multiple overlooks that get very close to the edge of the canyon, allowing you to look all the way down and see the ...
Canyonlands National Park Photography
This park is incredible. I visited in February (perfect for avoiding crowds) and my travel companion and I were nearly alone in the park. Make sure you either know where you are going or have a trail map image saved to your phone because there are...
Photograph Roaring Brook Falls
Roaring Brook Falls is a great day-trip adventure. There are short trails (such as the actual falls trail) and longer ones that go all the way up Giant Mountain. The trail to the falls is only about a half mile long and takes you directly to the b...
Photography at Ascutney State Park
This park exceeded all of my expectations: breathtaking views, great hikes, and perfect for photography. The drive from the entrance, to the park, to the hiking areas has a ridiculous incline grade %, so make sure your car can handle the drive up ...
Arches National Park & Astrophotography
This park has a lot to offer. Lots of different arches and many places to pull over and look/hike. The hike to the Delicate Arch (probably the main attraction) is about 1-1.5 miles. It is not very technical, but on the way to the arch it is all up...
Hike at Hocking Hills State Park
Hocking Hills is definitely a hidden gem. You've got cliffs, multiple large waterfalls, a 200 foot long cave, and long hiking trails all in one park. In the Midwest, having all of these features is very hard to come by. Just south of Columbus, Ohi...
Photograph Pratt's Falls
Pratt's Falls is a hidden gem. There is very rarely anybody at this park, and it is a great waterfall for photography. At only about 9m shorter than Niagara Falls, Pratt's Falls is much bigger than it looks.The falls are accessed from a short trai...
Alternate Route Through the C-24 and C-50 Highways
Taking C-24 and C-50 instead of I-90 to get across Colorado was a decision that was well worth the added drive time. I love road trips and the extra time did not bother me because of the unreal views that I got along the way. I actually drove to C...
Hike to the Cliff Houses, Mesa Verde National Park
After entering the gates of the park, you will drive about another 20 miles to reach the main park. The drive is very scenic, and there are plenty of places to pull off and look at the mountains.A small road takes you to the cliff houses. If this ...
Hiking in Bruce Peninsula National Park
The original trail is a very basic and wide path that has a decent amount of traffic. However, once there is the option of breaking off from the main path, I would highly recommend doing so.After splitting from the main path, the trail narrows and...
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