Growing alongside the trail to the top of Humbug Mountain was one perfect wild iris. Spring continues to bloom beneath sheltering trees on the Oregon Coast.
Pops of color sprung up while strolling along the nature trail in West Virginia’s Kanawha State Forest.
One of the many picture perfect days we experienced on the 110 mile Tour du Mont Blanc in 2016. If you are looking for a challenging trek that rewards you with breathtaking scenery of France, Italy and Switzerland, this may be for you.
While hiking at Lake of the Woods, I caught two fishermen as they slowly drifted by.
A free shuttle from the Chiricahua Visitor Center provides hikers transportation to the top of the Echo Canyon Trailhead. Sign-up is required prior to the 9:00 a.m. departure, so a little advanced planning is necessary…but you won’t regret it! Once at the top, the 4.2 mile (mostly downhill) trail winds through spectacular rock formations, many of which seem to defy gravity.
It seemed as though we had landed on another planet. We followed marked trails that led us through the eerie landscape, but visitors are allowed the freedom of wandering off the beaten path. Just be sure to take lots of water. The sun was brutal, even in early May.
Custer State Park in South Dakota is a must see for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the hiking trails, relax at the lakes and safely view the wildlife scattered throughout the park. Plan to spend several days…or more!
When will this boulder reach its tipping point and tumble into the valley below?
