The “High Country” of North Carolina is the fond name that locals give to the mountains in the extreme western portion of the state. I called this region my home for four fantastic years and countless weekend forays. The hikes listed below are by no means a complete list, but provide the visitor with a glimpse of the natural beauty the region has to offer. Editor's Note: … [Read more...] about Best Hikes in North Carolina
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Visiting the Fountain of Youth
While visiting St. Augustine, Florida, a stop at the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is necessary. It's based on the site where Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon claimed to have found a spring with waters that made the drinker younger. Whether this proved to be true remains to be seen, but it is still one of Florida's more popular attractions. Upon entering the park, … [Read more...] about Visiting the Fountain of Youth
Florida’s 7 Best Animal Encounters
While Florida is full of well-known animal theme parks, including Sea World and Disney's Animal Kingdom, there are so many animal encounters that receive little to no notoriety. Explore the other corners of Florida to see the state's wildlife up close. Manatees, Space Coast and Crystal River The greater Orlando area is the best region to spot manatees in the wild … [Read more...] about Florida’s 7 Best Animal Encounters
Visiting Grandfather Mountain
You might not find yourself in Linville, North Carolina unless it's ski season or you're visiting a student at nearby Appalachian State University. But the town's claim to fame is a park known as Grandfather Mountain, which looks like the craggy face of an old man, at 5,946 feet high. The History of Grandfather Mountain Some of the rock formations within Grandfather … [Read more...] about Visiting Grandfather Mountain
Best Hikes in Georgia
This is the first post from a new writer on the website, my sister Sammi Eubanks. From her, you can expect posts on backpacking, hiking and other outdoor travel information. She has been kind enough to provide us with a list of what she considers to be the best hikes in Georgia, in order from least to most difficult. Click on the related links for information on park fees … [Read more...] about Best Hikes in Georgia
