Category: National Parks

  • Discover the Wildlife and Beaches of Indiana Dunes

    Discover the Wildlife and Beaches of Indiana Dunes

    Indiana Dunes National Park features impressive sand dunes, extensive trails, and diverse flora and fauna, including over 1,100 plant species and 250 bird species. A spontaneous trip led to unexpected camping challenges at Indiana Dunes State Park, ultimately leading to a rewarding exploration of the park’s beauty, wildlife, and history.

  • Adventures to Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

    Adventures to Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

    Who opens their eyes at 6:30 in the morning and says “Let’s go hike three states!”? That’s exactly what I did! Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is unique because you can hike to the tri-state point and stand in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia simultaneously! Jax and I jumped in the…

  • Adventure Awaits at Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

    It was a slightly rainy day, and I debated about making the trip to Nancy, KY. However, I knew any day at a “National Park” was still going to be a great day and just the break I needed. So Jax and I got in the car, set the tunes,…

  • Let’s Explore Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

    Restart in a Way I have been writing this blog using big words and trying to sound professional but it seemed more like a job than a passion. I started dreading all the work it would take to critique it to be the blog I thought people wanted. So today…

  • Exploring the Enchanting Cades Cove Loop in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Exploring the Enchanting Cades Cove Loop in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Have you ever dreamt of stepping back in time to a place where nature’s beauty envelopes you like an old, cherished blanket? If so, look no further than the picturesque Cades Cove Loop in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Come along with me as I share…