Top 3 Short Hikes With Big Views Near NYC

With so much to see and do in NYC, it might not seem like the place to go for some quality time in nature. But whether you live in the city or are visiting the area, there are actually quite a few places within a reasonable distance that offer some really great hiking! Check out my 3 favorite short hikes close to NYC. Continue reading “Top 3 Short Hikes With Big Views Near NYC”

6 Days in Las Vegas and Death Valley

Devil's Golf Course, Death Valley National Park

Covering 3.4 million acres of desert, Death Valley National Park is the largest national park in the US. The park is home to the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level and the darkest night sky in the United States. For this trip, we didn’t do our typical road trip. Instead, we based out of Las Vegas with a 2-day side trip to the park. When it comes to vacations, I prefer to be in nature, but one of the things I love about Las Vegas is that there’s something for everyone, including nature lovers! There’s plenty of adventure just a short drive away!

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Hiking Old Rag in Shenandoah National Park

The Summit of Old Rag

Being that we live in Maryland, we have spent quite a bit of time in Shenandoah National Park. My favorite hike in Shenandoah is the famous Old Rag.

Distance: 9.1 miles

Elevation gain: 2,415 feet

Difficulty: Strenuous

Trailhead Location: 2509 Nethers Road, Sperryville VA

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