After hiking to King's Chair and back, we had just enough time to hit up Peavine Falls as they're also in Oak Mountain State Park. It was a bit of a nervy drive up there though as our gas light came on just after we left the North Trailhead. From the North Trailhead, you have … [Read more...] about Visiting Peavine Falls In Oak Mountain State Park, Alabama
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Why You Should Visit Helton Creek Falls In Georgia (But Be Careful!)
Having hiked to the top of Blood Mountain the day before, it was time to make our way from Blairsville down to Atlanta. We wanted to get a final, short hike in on the way, so we made our way to Helton Creek Falls. This is a set of double waterfalls that's barely a half-mile … [Read more...] about Why You Should Visit Helton Creek Falls In Georgia (But Be Careful!)
Why You Need To Visit Falls Park On The Reedy In Greenville SC
Having spent the first month of our 50 state road trip in South Carolina, the final city we visited was Greenville. We'd enjoyed our time exploring the state but when we visited Falls Park On The Reedy, I had a new favorite place in South Carolina. It's a beautiful park in … [Read more...] about Why You Need To Visit Falls Park On The Reedy In Greenville SC
Our First 24 Hours By Lake Taupo, NZ
After leaving New Plymouth in the morning, we made our way northeast to Lake Taupo. Located in the center of the North Island, Lake Taupo is the largest lake in New Zealand. We'd been drawn to Lake Taupo by the promise of all kinds of water-related activities, so we were keen … [Read more...] about Our First 24 Hours By Lake Taupo, NZ
Walking To Mount Damper Falls In 25 Photos
Before setting off on the Forgotten World Highway, Shae noticed we'd be passing Mount Damper Falls on our route. She knows I love waterfalls, so this seemed like it'd be a great spot for us to stop and stretch our legs. It's an easy walk to Mount Damper Falls that can be … [Read more...] about Walking To Mount Damper Falls In 25 Photos
Exploring New Zealand’s Forgotten World Highway
Stephen and I travel with my mom, Tammy, and stepdad, Steve, each Thanksgiving. We decided that this year we'd forgo the Thanksgiving trip in favor of Christmas in New Zealand and Australia before we start our 50 state road trip. It can be hard trying to find things to do that … [Read more...] about Exploring New Zealand’s Forgotten World Highway
Hiking To Stiles Falls, VA
On our weekend away in Roanoke VA, we wanted to go on a hike to a nearby waterfall. There were plenty of waterfalls within driving distance due to its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, but we settled on Stiles Falls as it was one of our closest options. It's a three mile … [Read more...] about Hiking To Stiles Falls, VA
Cockroach, Tattoos, Waterfalls, Black Dogs & Candy: Our Weekend In Roanoke VA
New tattoos were the reason we found ourselves in Roanoke VA the other weekend. Shae and her mom both wanted to get some new ink and so we headed back to the tattoo studio where Shae got her first tattoo earlier this year. The weekend started off badly, but we managed to find … [Read more...] about Cockroach, Tattoos, Waterfalls, Black Dogs & Candy: Our Weekend In Roanoke VA