Where to Eat, Stay, Play, and Explore in Shenandoah, Virginia When you think of “Shenandoah,” images of beautiful blue mountains, summit hikes, and towering waterfalls may very well come to mind. And while Shenandoah National Park is magical in its own right, there is so much more to explore in Shenandoah County beyond the Park’s …
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 …
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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 …
If you’re dreaming of a summer getaway filled with time spent outdoors on lakes and rivers and mountaintops, charming small towns, and evenings around the campfire, Raystown Lake deserves a spot at the top of your list. As the largest lake entirely within Pennsylvania, Raystown offers endless opportunities for boating, kayaking, fishing, and hiking. And …
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We heard lore of a singular cascade existing in Centre County, Pennsylvania, so when we visited the area, during a week straight of heavy summer rain showers, we were determined to chase it. The route is non-existent on AllTrails, and it seemed that every piece of online literature surrounding it had been written in the …
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