The Ultimate Summer Day Trip to Harpers Ferry, WV

Nestled within the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers between Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, lies Harpers Ferry, a small Appalachian town that is rich in history, charm, and scenic beauty. The Mountain State’s Easternmost town boasts a population of only 285, yet it’s no surprise that nearly half a million people visit each …

Hot Springs NP

Hot Springs, Hidden Waterfalls, Hikes, and History: How to Explore Arkansas’s only National Park in a Summer Weekend

Located in the heart of central Arkansas, Hot Springs is often called “America’s Worst National Park,” but after spending a summer weekend here, we couldn’t disagree with that classification more. Predating the National Park Service itself, Hot Springs was established as a federal reservation in 1832 to protect the thermal waters for public use. It’s …

Man and woman walking along a gravel path at Arboretum at Penn State

How to Eat and Explore Your Way around Happy Valley, PA: 10 Adventurous Activities and Where to Grab a Bite or Beverage After

An Outdoor-Lover’s Guide to Exploring, Eating, and Imbibing in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania Nestled in Central Pennsylvania (just six hours max from 35% of North America’s entire population) and known for being home to Penn State University, is a group of valleys collectively known as Happy Valley. But the area offers far more than just tailgates …

Your Ultimate Adventure Guide to Berkeley Springs, West Virginia

Where to Eat, Stay, Play, and Explore in this Mountain State Town If you’ve heard of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, you may know that it’s home to America’s First Spa. People have visited for centuries to “take the waters” and reap the healing benefits of the area’s mineral springs. But beyond the springs, there is …