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Seasonal Magic in the Smokies: What to Expect on the Trails Each Time of Year
There is something about the Great Smoky Mountains that makes each season feel like its own secret chapter. You can […]
Hidden Gems of the Smokies: Lesser Known Trails That Beat the Crowds
There is a moment every Smokies lover knows well. You pull into a trailhead on a beautiful day, expecting a […]
Twin Arches Loop: A Big Reward Day Hike in Big South Fork
A short but stunning loop in Big South Fork featuring two of the largest natural sandstone arches in the eastern United States. This moderate 4.5 mile trail winds through cool forest, rugged rock passages, and sweeping overlooks, offering huge payoff without an all day commitment. A perfect day hike for anyone looking to experience the best geology and scenery the Cumberland Plateau has to offer.
Overnight at LeConte Lodge: Sunset, Sunrise, and the Soul of the Smokies
An overnight at LeConte Lodge is more than a hike, it’s a pilgrimage above the clouds. I climbed up Trillium Gap, watched sunset from Cliff Tops, greeted sunrise at Myrtle Point, and descended through the mist of Rainbow Falls. Between dusk and dawn, the mountain reminded me how simple life feels when you’re miles from signal and closer to the sky.
A Weekend at LEAF 2025
There’s a certain electricity in the mountain air at LEAF — the Lake Eden Arts Festival in Black Mountain, North […]
Experiencing the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem: A Journey with the Green Fire Tour
In late September I went on what can only be described as a life-changing adventure: the Greater Yellowstone Green Fire […]
Easy Stops: Drive-Up Waterfalls You Can’t Miss in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is famous for its geysers and wildlife, but it’s also home to some of the most accessible […]
The Magic of Montana and Wyoming
There’s something about Montana and Wyoming that feels almost otherworldly. The sheer expanse of sky, the jagged peaks of the […]
Yellowstone National Park- Clear Lake Artist Point Loop Trail
The Clear Lake–Artist Point Loop in Yellowstone is a moderate 3.8-mile hike that showcases geothermal features, meadows, and dramatic canyon […]
Moose Ponds Loop- Jenny Lake- Grand Teton National Park
The Moose Ponds Loop near Jenny Lake in Grand Teton National Park is an easy 3.2–3.5 mile hike with minimal […]
Geyser Basin- Fairy Falls Hike
The Green Fire Tour is mostly for wildlife viewing and sightseeing, but there were a couple of opportunities for short […]
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