Indiana is making great strides to bringing in more hikers to their state parks. Several parks have a hiking challenge specific to that park that you can complete. Pokagon State Park: Hell’s Pointe Challenge Clifty Falls State Park: Four Falls Challenge Indiana Dunes State Park: 3 Dunes Challenge Shades State Park: 6 Ravine Challenge Turkey…
Author: Mark Berry
5 of the Must Visit Locations in Death Valley
Death Valley is one of the largest National Parks in the United States with over 3 million acres to explore. Whether you are visiting Death Valley National Park for a single day or multiple days, there are some must see areas that you do not want to miss. The best times to visit Death Valley…
Best 5 Hikes Under 5 Miles in Indiana
Indiana has more to offer than farmland and flat ground. Indiana offers loads of diverse hiking trails from canyons to deep forest. Weather you are in a state park, nature park, or a national forest these are five hikes under five miles that anyone can accomplish in a day hike. All trails below allow dogs…
What To Bring On a Day Hike: The Essentials
A day hike is considered a hike you can finish in a single day typically under 15 miles. If it involves you stoping to setup camp you are falling into the backpacking category. So what all do you need for a day hike? That will all depend on your terrain, length, and weather. No matter…
Top 5 Must Hikes In The Smoky Mountains
Heading to the Smoky Mountains is exciting, but can be overwhelming on which trails to hike. After visiting the Smokies over the years I have listed my favorite five must do hikes in the Smoky Mountains. These hikes include anything from incredible views to towering waterfalls. While planning for any of the hikes below you…