Category: Hiking
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A Day at Sterling Lake Loop Trail
If you’re looking for a relaxing and scenic hike in New York, you might want to check out the Sterling Lake Loop Trail in Sterling Forest State Park. This 4-mile loop trail circles around the beautiful Sterling Lake, offering views of the water, the surrounding hills, and some historical remnants…
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A Day at the Cliffs of the Neuse RiverÂ
If you are looking for a scenic and adventurous destination in North Carolina, you might want to check out the Cliffs of the Neuse State Park. This park is located in Seven Springs, Wayne County, about 15 miles southeast of Goldsboro. It features a stunning 90-foot bluff overlooking the Neuse…
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MANSION, LAKE, AND CASTLE OF TARRYWILE PARK!
Tarrywile Park is a hidden gem in the city of Danbury, Connecticut. It is the largest municipally-owned park in the state, with 722 acres of rolling hills, woodlands, fields, and ponds. It is also a place of history and beauty, with two historic buildings, Tarrywile Mansion and Hearthstone Castle, and several gardens…
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A Day at Lock 12: Exploring the History and Beauty of the Susquehanna River
If you are looking for a fun and educational day trip in York County, Pennsylvania, you might want to check out Lock 12 Historic Area. This is one of the most well-preserved locks of the old Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal, which was built between 1836 and 1839 for commerce between the…
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A Day Trip to Dingmans Falls: A Hidden Gem in the Poconos
Have you ever dreamed of visiting a waterfall that’s taller than Niagara Falls? Well, you don’t have to travel far to find one. In fact, there’s one right in Pennsylvania, and it’s called Dingmans Falls. Dingmans Falls is the second-highest waterfall in the state, with a vertical drop of 130 feet. It’s located in Dingmans…
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A Visit to the Widow Jane Mine: A Journey Through History, Art and Mystery
If you are looking for a unique and adventurous destination in New York, you might want to check out the Widow Jane Mine, a former cement mine that has been transformed into a cultural and historical attraction. Located west of Rosendale, in Ulster County, the Widow Jane Mine is part…
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Walking Willowemoc Wild Forest: A Guide for Nature Lovers
If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, hike, bike, fish, or camp in the Catskills, you might want to check out Willowemoc Wild Forest. This is a 14,800-acre area of Forever Wild Forest Preserve that offers a variety of trails, ponds, and streams to explore. In this…
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Hiking Port Jervis Watershed: A Hidden Gem in the Catskills
If you are looking for a place to hike, bike, fish, or camp in the Catskills, you might want to check out Port Jervis Watershed. This is a 307-acre area of land owned by the city of Port Jervis that provides drinking water for the city residents and also serves…
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How to Have a Blast on the Saugatuck Trail: A Hiker’s Guide
Are you bored of the same old trails and looking for a new adventure? Do you want to explore one of Connecticut’s hidden gems and witness some stunning views? Do you have what it takes to hike 11.7 miles of challenging terrain and enjoy every minute of it? If you…
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A Day in Sterling Forest State Park: History and Nature
If you’re looking for a great outdoor adventure in the New York area, you might want to check out Sterling Forest State Park, a beautiful natural refuge in the heart of the Ramapo Mountains. This park is one of the largest additions to the state park system in the last…