Visit the Enchanting Lower Lewis Falls

Washington State has no shortage of jaw-dropping natural wonders, but Lower Lewis Falls is the kind of place that stops people in their tracks. Located deep in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this thundering 43-foot cascade stretches more than 200 feet across and crashes into a clear, cold pool below, making it one of the […]

Hike the Swallow Falls Canyon Trail this Year

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful woodland walk, a challenging climb, or a scenic lakeside stroll, Garrett County has it all. The trails in this area offer everything from short, easy loops to longer backcountry adventures. One of our favorite recommendations is the Swallow Falls Canyon Trail, of course, located at the iconic Swallow Falls […]

Hike the Petrified Forest in Mississippi

Just 90 minutes from Oak Hall, the Petrified Forest in Mississippi offers a rare chance to step into a prehistoric world. This quiet, shaded trail in Flora winds through an ancient landscape where massive logs turned to stone over millions of years. It’s the only place of its kind in the state—and it makes for […]

Dining at the Best Baraboo Restaurants

One of the biggest attractions in our area is Devil’s Lake State Park—an outdoor lovers’ haven of hiking, canoeing, and rock climbing adventures—and there’s not much better than a post-hike meal at one of the local Baraboo Restaurants. In Wisconsin, it’s no secret that we love to eat! And many of our state’s signature dishes […]

Hike the Dog Mountain Trail This Summer

You have plenty of choices when looking for the best Hood River hikes. However, one of our favorites for summer is the Dog Mountain Trail in Washington. The Dog Mountain Trail is one of our favorite hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, and the trailhead is just minutes from our luxury cabins. While hiking and […]

Take a Nature Break in the Delta National Forest

Located in the Mississippi Delta region in the deep south, the Delta National Forest is a unique and fascinating natural area managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Spanning approximately 60,000 acres, it is the only bottomland hardwood forest in the National Forest System, making it one of the most ecologically significant and rewarding Mississippi nature […]

The Most Incredible San Juan Island Hikes

From emerald Evergreen forests and steel grey cliffs to sweeping grassy meadows and rocky shorelines lined with driftwood, there’s no shortage of natural beauty to discover here, and the best way to do just that is on these fantastic San Juan Island hikes. There are a handful of state parks that are an excellent place […]

Hike out to the Cattle Point Lighthouse on San Juan Island

There are some incredible coastal landscapes around San Juan Island, from rugged bluffs and driftwood-lined beaches to open grasslands overlooking the Salish Sea. Among the island’s most recognizable landmarks is the Cattle Point Lighthouse, a historic beacon at the southern edge of the island that combines scenic hiking, maritime history, wildlife viewing, and some of […]