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Hiking Bridal Veil Falls in Telluride, Colorado
Telluride is often called the land of waterfalls and nowhere is that truer than at Bridal Veil Falls, Colorado’s tallest free-falling waterfall at 365 feet. Located at the end of Telluride’s box canyon, this hike combines history, wild beauty, and a powerful natural spectacle. For van travelers, it’s one of those bucket-list stops that captures… Read more
Hiking Bear Creek Falls Trail in Telluride, Colorado
Telluride, Colorado, may be small, but it’s one of the most popular destinations in the Rockies. Nestled in a dramatic box canyon and surrounded by towering peaks, this town is the perfect place to begin exploring mountain trails. One of the most rewarding hikes right from downtown is the Bear Creek Falls Trail. It’s a… Read more
Pemaquid Point Lighthouse: A Popular Coastal Beacon in Maine
Standing tall on Maine’s rugged MidCoast, Pemaquid Point Lighthouse is one of the state’s most photographed and beloved landmarks. Its white stone tower, perched above jagged rock ledges, feels like a postcard brought to life. A Brief History of the Lighthouse President John Quincy Adams commissioned the original lighthouse in 1827, but faulty mortar caused… Read more
Lubec, Maine: Our First Taste of the Coast
When we crossed into Lubec, Maine, we didn’t know it at the time, but this small coastal town would become our first true introduction to the rugged beauty of the state’s shoreline and its fishing villages along the way. It was early September, the kind of day when the season hints at autumn but summer… Read more
Charming Fishing Villages on the Coast of Maine
Much of our time on our New England trip was spent visiting the many small fishing villages along the coast of Maine. We enjoyed these towns, the nearby islands, and the rocky beaches. We started our coastal trip up in Calais and completed our journey at the southwest tip of Maine near Salisbury Beach. The… Read more
Exploring Stockton Island: Trekking the Tombolo Trail
An Unforgettable Adventure in the Apostle Islands The northwest corner of Wisconsin is one of our favorite places to visit in the country. During our first visit to the Apostle Islands in 2019, we were blown away by the remarkable sea caves and the Northwoods landscapes, so we were excited to return. This time, we… Read more