Raven Cliff Falls is a 5.8 mile out and back trail located near Helen in North Georgia. The trail is considered moderate. It is relatively easy for much of the hike. The bridge was out at the beginning of the trail so we walked across a log. From there, you are strolling along the streamContinue reading “Raven Cliff Falls”
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Driftwood Beach: Jekyll Island
Driftwood Beach is a short out and back trail on Jekyll Island in Georgia. It is just 0.3 mi with unique views. While the trees are there as a result of decades of erosion, it is truly a spectacular place to visit. We were there in February and it was pretty chilly. The mist andContinue reading “Driftwood Beach: Jekyll Island”
The Great Stone Door
Smalls and I went exploring on one of our kid free weekends and ended up in Tennessee. We went to Fall Creek Falls on Saturday and camped at the campground there. The next morning we were trying to decide where to hike before heading home and stopped at Sam’s Corner in Coalmont, TN to getContinue reading “The Great Stone Door”
Fall Creek Falls State Park
Standing at 256 feet tall Fall Creek Falls is the tallest waterfall in Tennessee. While you are at fall Creek Falls State Park you can also see multiple other falls including Cane Creek Falls, Piney Falls, and Cane creek cascades. At 29,800 acres fall Creek Falls State Park has unlimited possibilities. Located on the easternContinue reading “Fall Creek Falls State Park”
Providence Canyon State Park
Growing up on southwest Georgia, we frequented Providence Canyon for some hiking with actual elevation and unique scenery. Also known as the Little Grand Canyon, Providence Canyon is one of Georgia’s 7 natural wonders. It was created by poor farming practices in the 1800’s. The hiking opportunities are the biggest attraction here. Canyon Loop TrailContinue reading “Providence Canyon State Park”
Chimney Rock State Park
We visited Chimney Rock Park in Chimney Rock, NC in June and the weather was perfect. The 315 foot spire features views of Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge. Gorgeous views! There are tons of great hiking trails there, but the kids were not up to it. We cheated and took the elevator to theContinue reading “Chimney Rock State Park”
Yellow Creek Falls & Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
On the way home from Tapoco Lodge, we stopped to do a few short hikes. First up was Yellow Creek Falls Trail which is 0.6 mile out and back. Its an easy trail with a little elevation gain. The trail is rocky and stumpy. Pretty waterfall at the end and views along the creek. DefinitelyContinue reading “Yellow Creek Falls & Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest”
Historic Tapoco Lodge
We arrived at Tapoco Lodge not long after dark. It was absolutely adorable all lit up in Christmas lights next to a creek. We checked in and went to see our cabin. The cabin we rented was a larger cabin broken into three different spaces. Once we cleaned up a bit, we ate dinner atContinue reading “Historic Tapoco Lodge”
Christmas in the Cohutta
After all the kids went to their other parents’ houses for Christmas, Smalls and I went to the Cohutta for the day for some relaxation. It was 72 degrees and sunny–who could pass up that opportunity?! I fell in love with the Cohutta Wilderness after Smalls took me here for my first real overnight backpackingContinue reading “Christmas in the Cohutta”
Pickens Nose
This is a 1.4 mile out and back trail outside of Otto, NC. The drive there is a little tricky as it is gravel roads for 5.5 miles, mostly 1 lane. The trail is easy with lots of off shoots with great views with a big payoff at the end. I love the rhododendron tunnels.
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