Indiana has a total of 25 state parks scattered throughout the state. All are unique in their own way and here we are listing our top 5 Indiana State Parks. The parks listed are all kid friendly. The parks/trails allow dogs as long as they are leashed. Please note all Indiana state parks have an…
Author: Mark Berry
Backpacking With Alcohol
While backpacking, there is nothing better than setting up camp, sitting beside the fire with a full belly, and sipping on some whiskey/bourbon. Depending on if you are watching your pack weight or just want a convenient way to carry your alcohol around there are some flask options out there. Standard Stanley Flask If you…
Four Falls Challenge at Clifty Falls State Park
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. The park we are featuring in this article is Clifty State Park. Clifty is located in the Far South East part of the state sitting right beside…
Gift Ideas For Hikers and Backpackers
What do you get hikers or backpackers? Whether they are male or female these items will be perfect gifts for any hiker to fit any budget. Socks and…More Socks for Hikers and Backpackers Getting socks as a kid was always a disappointment. As an adult and hiker, a good pair of socks are a dream…
Shades State Park The 6 Ravine Challenge
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. The park we are featuring in this article is Shades State Park. Shades is located in the Far West part of the state near the Indiana/Illinois state…