Tag: Hiking
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Cascade Mills Falls
A wonderful spot on the Keuka Outlet Trail that you will want to check out is the Cascade Mills Falls. It is located between Penn Yan and Dresden in the Finger Lake region of New York, and you can find parking right by the junction of Route 9 and Outlet Road. After you park, you…
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Seneca Mills Falls Keuka Outlet Trail New York
One of the most beautiful, historical, and picturesque waterfalls in the Finger Lake region of New York, is the Seneca Mills Falls. It is situated between the Seneca and Keuka Lakes in the town of Milo, and it is one of the most iconic spots to visit on the Keuka Outlet Trail. If you are…
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Shequaga Falls New York
If you are traveling to the Finger Lake region of New York, a very impressive waterfall to check out is the Shequaga Falls. It is located in the town of Montour in Schuyler County, and it is really close to Watkins Glen (about a 3 mile/4.8 km) drive. You will have to street park for…
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Hiking In Watkins Glen State Park
Watkins Glen State Park is such an incredible hiking area in the Finger Lake region of New York. It is located just south of Seneca Lake (the address is 1009 N Franklin Street Watkins Glen, NY.) It provides spectacular nature areas to explore with waterfalls, cliffs, plunge basins, and really unique rock formations. My husband…
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The Best Things To Do In Ithaca New York
Ithaca, New York, is one of the most beautiful areas to visit in the Northeastern part of the United States. The region has some of the most gorgeous or as locals say “gorges” waterfalls that you will ever see, fabulous areas to hike, delightful farms/dairies, restaurants, breweries, and wonderful day trip activities as well. This…
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Myers Point Lighthouse
Whenever we travel near a body of water, one of the first things that we look for is a lighthouse. They are always so beautiful and have this beacon of hope to them that is unlike any other structure. They literally shine light into darkness, and help vessels on the water navigate where they would…
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Ludlowville Park And The Secret Waterfall
If you are interested in seeing a really beautiful nature area that is a little off the regular path in the Ithaca New York region, you will want to check out Ludlowville Park and its secret waterfall. Perhaps the word “secret” is a little bold of a term, but I would say that it is…
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Cascadilla Gorge Trail
One of the most vibrant and beautiful waterfall spots that you can hike in Ithaca is the Cascadilla Gorge Trail. On our travels there, we parked on Linn Street, and this was very close to the lower entrance of the waterfall. As you walk up to the main lower fall, you will cross a little…
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Taughannock Falls State Park
One of the most interesting and truly magnificent waterfalls that we had the opportunity to see while visiting New York was the Taughannock Falls. We stayed in Ithaca, and it took us a little less then 20 minutes to get there (about a 10 mile drive) and the location is slightly northwest of the city.…
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Why You Should Visit The Cayuga Nature Center In Ithaca New York
The Cayuga Nature Center, which is located in Ithaca New York, is truly such an amazing spot to visit. It leads you into an immersive nature hiking experience with so much to discover on every turn. My husband and I were amazed that at this location they have a six-story treehouse, a waterfall, a historic…
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Why You Should Visit The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge In Ithaca New York
The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge, which is located in Ithaca New York, is a must visit if you are traveling to or live in this beautiful and picturesque area. It is situated right by Fall Creek Drive (the address is 310 Fall Creek Drive, Ithaca NY, 14850), and it is also within the range of…
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Ithaca Falls Natural Area
On our second day in Ithaca New York, as the light of the day awakened us, we noticed that rain was starting to mist from the sky. Luckily, we had all packed extra light jackets and sturdy shoes in case if for some reason we did manage to hit arduous weather conditions. After we had…
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The Sagan Planet Walk Ithaca New York
Our first day in Ithaca New York was very bustling and we were all very excited to take in the views of this amazing place. After visiting several waterfalls and exploring nature for a bit, we decided to pop over to the city. The buildings in the city exuded an elegance and even though night…
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The Robert H. Treman State Park
The first day that we arrived in Ithaca we tried to see as many waterfalls as possible. We were in luck when we found the Robert H. Treman State Park. To give you a little history on this area, Mr. Treman initially purchased this land area in 1915, which surrounded the Enfield Falls. This…
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Buttermilk Falls Ithaca New York
I had first heard about Ithaca New York about ten years ago, when a co-worker of mine at the time spoke very fondly of it. She had gone to school up at Ithaca College, and mentioned that the region was breathtakingly beautiful with no other area specifically like it on the East Coast. Her…
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The Historical Valley Forge National Park
We have so many parks in Pennsylvania, but I have to say one of our favorites has to be the Valley Forge National Historical Park. In truth, I must say that I have never seen so many gorgeous nature focal points in conjunction with a past that coincides with the forefathers of the United…
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Gullfoss Falls Iceland
Our second stop on the epic Icelandic “Golden Circle Tour” was to the Gullfoss Falls. The area consists of two waterfalls, that are an upper and a lower waterfall. The name of it is translated to “Golden Falls” in English. It is true that the water itself does have a golden hue to it.…
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Why You Should Visit Thingvellir National Park
If you are traveling to Iceland, one of the most popular tours that you will hear about is the Golden Circle Tour. Typically, the first stop on this tour is usually the Thingvellir National Park. If you are staying in Reykjavik, it is about a 45 minute drive, which is pretty close location wise.…
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Hiking The Kerid Volcanic Crater In Iceland
When we were in Iceland, because we were not familiar with the area, we did utilize a touring company (Gray Line, they were amazing and I will link their site below) for the beginning of the trip to kind of get a feeling for the region. Once we felt more secure about our location,…
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Magical Vik Iceland
One of the most delightful and magical villages that you can visit in Iceland is Vik. This area is definitely worth a visit, and provides truly amazing vantage points of its gorgeous black sand beach and nature formations. There are also a lot of really cute little shops here, along with some really amazing…
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A Journey To Reykjavik Iceland
A couple years ago, it was a very busy period in my life. I was working all the time with crazy hours, my husband and I planned a wedding, got married, and then decided to go on a honeymoon somewhere far away, literally in a land that we only had dreamed of. This place…
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Wissahickon Valley Park
One of our absolute favorite parks in the Philadelphia area is the Wissahickon Valley Park. My husband and I really enjoy a good hike, and with ample trails (the park is over 18,000 acres) you can really enjoy this natural landscape. In total this very large space also has 50 miles of trails, which…
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The Best Locations In Portland Maine
Portland Maine is a very bustling city, and it is the perfect location if you want to see amazing lighthouses, eat delicious food, and even walk around shops in the downtown region. Also, it has a very prevalent art scene with its own Arts District that is centered around Congress Street. This is home to…
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The Top Five Places I Recommend Visiting in Acadia National Park
One of the most magical places in the Northeast is the Acadia National Park located in Maine. The area has luscious pine trees, gorgeous ocean views, and the most amazing hiking spots. If you are like me, you will want to have an itinerary ready to go so you can make the most of…
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Bar Island Acadia National Park Maine
If you are feeling adventurous, a hike to Bar Island is perfect for you when visiting Bar Harbor Maine. There is a gravel land walking path that becomes submerged if you do not make it back in time, so make sure you check the tides before you go. You will be able to walk…
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Why You Should Visit Bar Harbor Maine
Maine has always been this mystical place in my mind, and before we traveled to Bar Harbor, I imagined it to be a beautiful northern woodland that resided in this remote location. When we finally had the opportunity to travel there, it was like this but so much more. I remember the drive up to…
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Lacawac Sanctuary In The Pennsylvania Poconos
The Lacawac Sanctuary is located in the Pennsylvania Poconos, and has over nine miles of trails to hike. Their address is at 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. You can find the parking lot right by the entrance, and it is free admission. Currently, it is open from sunrise to sunset daily. From…
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Ricketts Glen State Park
Ricketts Glen State Park (located in Benton Pennsylvania) was highly recommended to us by a lot of locals when we stayed in the Poconos. This majestic park is known in upstate Pennsylvania for having amazing immersive nature trails with 22 named waterfalls. Within it are 13,193 acres of land located in Sullivan, Luzerne, and…
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Shuman Point The Pennsylvania Poconos
Shuman Point, located in the Pennsylvania Poconos, is a wonderful area to explore if you enjoy hiking in a beautiful wooded nature area. It is a little more then a 3 mile loop, and you do get incredible vantage points of Lake Wallenpaupack on the trail. There is also a nice sized parking lot attached…
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Adventures In Hibernia County Park
Around a month or so ago, one of my best friends, Marisa, told me that she was scouting a location with nature perspectives. She was searching for something somewhat local, and also a place that provided gorgeous backdrops. Then, she had a really great idea and mentioned Hibernia Park, which sounded amazing since it also…
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Perkiomen Trail Pennsylvania
The Perkiomen Trail is a great place to check out if you are in the Philadelphia area, and looking for a nice hiking spot. The trail covers over 19 miles in length. This post reviews the location in Oaks on New Mill Road. You will find a decent sized parking lot there at this particular…
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Natural Bridges State Park Santa Cruz California
If you are making a trip down the California Coast, the Natural Bridges State Park is definitely worth a visit. They are located at 2531 W Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. If you are driving from San Francisco, you are looking at about and hour and half drive. The hours that you can…
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Lands End Park San Francisco
Typically, when we are traveling somewhere new, we are on the move (quite literally). At the beginning of the planning process, we usually make a list of all of the unique attractions that are part of the history of an area, and then decide which ones we really want to visit. Since we are…
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Muir Woods National Monument
One of the most peaceful and delightful spots you can walk through near the Bay Area is Muir Woods, and it is definitely worth a visit! You totally get lost in the ages of the beauty in this place (some of the redwoods are on average 600-800 years old and have grown over 200 feet.)…
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A Journey To Yosemite
Yosemite was on my mind a lot even before we got there. It has always been one of those places we always wanted to go to, and luckily it is not too far away from San Francisco (where our hotel was.) There are different restrictions depending on weather or the time of the year,…
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The Golden Gate Bridge/Wave Organ With Interesting Historical Connections to Philadelphia
Nothing says San Francisco like the Golden Gate Bridge. This may be one of the most iconic bridges, not just in the United States, but in the world. It was actually built during the Great Depression and has been quoted as being part of “American resolve and ingenuity.” The bridge itself typically carries around…
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Diving Into A San Francisco Adventure!
Our San Francisco trip last winter was so much fun! I hope you enjoy these stories, ideas, places, and of course adventures… It was so early, one of those mornings where the birds are not even singing yet, you know the kind. I am not sure how much I slept the night before but we…
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Photoshoot In Lancaster Pennsylvania
I have known my friend Marisa for over ten years. She is one of those people that see life in amazing perspectives, and that shines through in her photography. A couple weeks ago, we decided to have a get together at the Lancaster County Park, and she offered to do an anniversary photoshoot for…
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Rhode Island Adventures
Several years ago in November, my husband and I went up to Rhode Island on my work trip, and we ended up making a mini vacation out of it. The place really captivated my heart, and I was inspired by this New England state. Rhode Island has amazing views, seafood, parks, historic houses from the…
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A Day Trip To Jim Thorpe Pennsylvania
This picture was taken in Jim Thorpe Pennsylvania located in the Poconos.