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Capture the beautiful barn house shop on a farm while taking in the wonderful scent of lavender. Peace Valley Lavender Farm is open during the day and sells a plethora of lavender products from soaps to eats. Pull into the driveway and park behind the barn house for free.  It's a wonderful spot f...

SCUBA dive the "Miss Louise" tug boat wreck, located at N 30:22.287, W 86:25.317. For this trip, I went through ScubaTech, a local Destin dive shop that rents dive gear, fills tanks, and takes groups out on various reef and wreck dives in the Destin area. They offer 4 hour (2 dive) trips on their...

From parking at the fairly new lot on Furnace Road, head down river on the walking trail about a half mile to an obvious large face next to the train tracks. From here you choose from a variety of routes including some two pitch routes like Witches’ Brew 5.4 to Main Street 5.5 over to some of the...

The Huckleberry Barrens property is a 17 acre expanse of land in Katama, MA managed by the Sheriff's Meadow Foundation. Though the property is quite vast, the trail loop is only approximately 0.5 miles. Quite conveniently, If you're looking to extend your walk, run or bike, there is an opening ha...

Brooks Falls Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pacifica, California.

Sunset Beach River Park is located off River Road in Forestville, California. The beach offers up picturesque views of the Russian River and is a great spot to end your float if starting at Steelhead Beach. The Beach: The beach is about a quarter of a mile walk from the parking area. Keep this ...

Millennium Park in Chicago, which opened in 2004, is a world-class public space featuring iconic landmarks like Cloud Gate (“The Bean”) and the Crown Fountain. Originally a rail yard, the park was transformed as part of a larger effort to revitalize the downtown area. It spans 24.5 acres and serv...

This is an easy drive with nice views.  On a clear day you can see across Kachemak Bay, showing off glaciers, mountains and Mount Augustine Volcano, a stratovolcano. Start at either West Hill Rd. or East Hill Rd.  Then turn left or right onto Skyline Dr.  Other recommendations in the area: We had...

Nordic Trail Blue Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Whitewater, Wisconsin.

Kabian Memorial Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Quail Valley, California.

Roughly an hour north of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul Metro, is William O’Brien State Park. Located on the Saint Croix River, this park is a great place for just getting away from the city lights and into nature. The park has two campgrounds, which are the Savanna and Riverway campgrounds. Eac...

Pea Creek Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Durham, North Carolina.

Adventure Type: Rock climbing & scrambling. Rock Type: Red sandstone and limestone features. Difficulty: Varies - beginner to advanced lines available. Best Time to Visit: Fall through spring for cooler climbing conditions. Arrow Canyon’s landscape is defined by striking red walls, canyon...

Painted Desert Rim Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Chambers, Arizona.

This short but unforgettable hike threads through tight sandstone walls and dramatic desert terrain, making it a perfect half-day outing for anyone craving a mix of exploration and quiet beauty under big desert skies. Trail Type: Out-and-back or loop options. Surface: Sandy washes and slickrock...

Dramatic red sandstone cliffs, twisting canyons, and endless desert vistas set the stage for an unforgettable outdoor escape. Covering nearly 300,000 acres, this remote monument blends natural beauty with deep cultural history. Adventure Type: Multi-use desert exploration.Terrain: Sandstone form...