Are you looking for inexpensive gifts for hikers? Gifts that will actually be useful? Sometimes the smallest accessory can have a significant impact, and that’s even more true when the present relates to the recipient’s interests or hobbies. That’s why I’ve put together my … [Read more...] about Best Gifts for Hikers: Inexpensive Gifts for Stocking Stuffers, Birthdays, and More
Hiking in Castlewood Canyon State Park: See Rocks, Ruins, and More
Hiking in Castlewood Canyon State Park can take many forms. It may be a walk on the canyon rim, looking down the valley and out to the prairie land of Douglas County. But it can also be a trek into the canyon and along Cherry Creek to a charming waterfall. Maybe it’s a hike to … [Read more...] about Hiking in Castlewood Canyon State Park: See Rocks, Ruins, and More
14 Reasons to Hike in Staunton State ParkÂ
Colorado’s Staunton State Park is a hiker’s playground. Twenty-nine miles (48 km) of trails include easy loops around fishing ponds, 1200-foot (366 m) climbs to epic overlooks, and everything in between. So whether you’re partial to grassy meadows, waterfalls, or geological … [Read more...] about 14 Reasons to Hike in Staunton State ParkÂ
A Walking Weekend near Scottsbluff, Nebraska Â
Make Scottsbluff, Nebraska, your home base for a weekend getaway to historical sites sprinkled with short and easy to moderate hikes. In this post, I’ll suggest four different walking excursions within Scottsbluff and nearby that will keep you engaged during a long … [Read more...] about A Walking Weekend near Scottsbluff, Nebraska Â
Paint Mines Interpretive Park: How and Why to Hike It
Hiking in the Paint Mines Interpretive Park takes you through colorful rock formations sculpted by the forces of wind and water. This El Paso County, Colorado, open space might not look like much from a distance, but trekking into and around the exposed sandstone is a must-do … [Read more...] about Paint Mines Interpretive Park: How and Why to Hike It