HikingParksSouth Carolina Tag: Congaree National Park

Hiking The Boardwalk Loop Trail At Congaree National Park

Congaree National Park spans over 26,000 acres in central South Carolina, not far from the state capital of Columbia. It preserves the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. In recognition of its ecological importance, it has been designated both an International Biosphere Reserve and a federally-designated […]

GeorgiaZoos Tag: zoo

Visiting Dauset Trails Nature Center In Georgia

Dauset Trails Nature Center is located just outside Jackson, Georgia, and has been serving the Butts County community since 1978 with a unique mix of environmental education, wildlife rehabilitation, and outdoor recreation. The center’s mission is “to provide quality environmental education, outdoor recreation, and an understanding of early farm life through close and intimate contact […]

ParksVirginiaVisitor Centers Tag: Shenandoah National Park

The Visitor Centers At Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park has two visitor centers providing visitors with information and resources to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the park’s natural and cultural resources.   Dickey Ridge Visitor Center is located on mile 4.6 of Skyline Drive and Harry F. Byrd Visitor Center is located on mile 51 of Skyline Drive. They are […]

North CarolinaParksTennessee Tag: Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The Visitor Centers At Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park has four visitor centers providing visitors with information and resources to enhance their understanding and enjoyment of the park’s natural and cultural resources. Below are the addresses for each visitor center, which are open 9 am – 5 pm daily, but hours do vary by season (usually shorter in the […]

HikingParksTennessee Tag: Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Hiking To Andrews Bald In Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Andrews Bald is a beloved scenic destination in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, offering wide-open views and high-elevation meadows. The bald is named after Andrew Thompson, a cattle herder who grazed livestock here in the 1840s.   The hike to Andrews Bald is a moderately challenging 3.6-mile round-trip trek with over 800 feet of elevation […]

HikingParksTennessee Tag: Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Hiking The Little River, Cucumber Gap, And Jakes Creek Loop In Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The Little River, Cucumber Gap, and Jakes Creek Trails are nestled in the Elkmont area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Together, these three trails form a scenic 6-mile loop with about 700 feet of elevation gain—an ideal day hike for families. However, pets are not allowed, so your four-legged companions will need to stay […]