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Bird Watching Along Guy Bradley Trail in the Everglades

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The Guy Bradley Trail in Everglades National Park in Florida provides a highly accessible way to experience one of America’s most unique and ecologically significant landscapes. It offers a chance to connect with nature, pay tribute to conservation heroes, and witness the incredible biodiversity that thrives in this subtropical wilderness. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker […]

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DuPont’s Trio: Hooker Falls, Triple Falls & High Falls NC

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Only in western North Carolina can you find an oasis of uniquely impressive waterfalls. But, you must visit DuPont State Forest near Brevard and Hendersonville in Transylvania County, to go on one hike that offers views of three different waterfalls: Hooker Falls, Triple Falls, and High Falls.  What to Expect Hiking to Hooker, Triple and

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Splash Around at Hooker Falls Trail in NC

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Flowing on the Little River through DuPont State Forest, the Hooker Falls trail is a perfect spot to cool down with a beautiful swimming hole. The short, accessible hike on the southern portion of North Carolina is a favorite for all ages and hiking experience levels.  Location and Access Areas to Hooker Falls To reach

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Explore High Falls Trail Near Brevard NC

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One of western North Carolina’s many beautiful waterfalls is the stunning and aptly named High Falls Trail. Hike along an easy one mile long route in DuPont State Forest to this amazing 120 ft tall waterfall. Located under an hour drive from Asheville near Hendersonville, NC, it’s the highest cascading waterfall in the park and

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Take a Dip at Skinny Dip Falls in North Carolina

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One of North Carolina’s many beautiful waterfall hikes, skinny dip falls in Pisgah National Forest is a short, family-friendly hike to a refreshing swimming hole. The multilayered, cascading waterfall is a perfect spot to relax and cool off in the cold mountain water. Heads up, there is no skinny dipping at skinny dip falls!  In

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Explore Black Balsam Knob on the Art Loeb Trail

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Hiking Black Balsam Knob via the Art Loeb Trail is a Blue Ridge Mountain favorite for locals and newcomers as it offers incredible views for miles in all directions. Hiking to the top of this tree-free “bald” mountain covered in wildflowers is a relatively easy, family and dog friendly hike that rewards you with 360

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Hiking Black Balsam Knob and Tennent Mountain Loop

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Hiking from Black Balsam Knob to Tennent Mountain is an unforgettable adventure that showcases the natural beauty of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. This trail includes sweeping vistas of the bald mountains, beautiful wildflowers, birds, and butterflies, plus the feeling of being in the clouds at over 6,000 ft elevation.  Hiking to Tennent Mountain Black

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Chasing Waterfalls at Moore Cove Falls Trail

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One of western North Carolina’s many beautiful waterfalls is the delicate and high cascading Moore Cove Falls. Moore Cove Falls offers a unique experience as you can walk behind the water trickling from a rock overhang about 50 ft tall and into the cove. If you’re looking to chase waterfalls, be sure to include this

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Green River Overlook at Canyonlands National Park

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Located in the Islands in the Sky District of Canyonlands National Park near Moab, Utah, the Green River Overlook is a must-see viewpoint while exploring the park. This easy, short walk on a paved path takes you to a breathtaking southwest view where you can see the Green River, features of The Maze District, and

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Hike to Devils Kitchen at Colorado National Monument 

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Hike into a natural opening formed by monumental boulders in Western Colorado near Grand Junction. Colorado National Monument is a breathtaking park that offers views of the desert landscape, wildlife, and unique geologic formations like Devils Kitchen. The trail is well marked and relatively easy with a rewarding experience as you go inside a natural

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