Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park, Florida is somewhere I considered balanced for a hike and a swim in a spring. There are a few miles of trails running…
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, Florida as I've come to know it is your typical Gulf of Mexico adjacent state park. It features beach access, camping that is largely geared…
I found myself hiking the Nubbin Creek Trail within the Talladega National Forest under the premise of looking for waterfalls. A book I'd purchased claimed I'd see three falls, and…
Rob Roy Falls is a powerfully rushing cascade type fall on the Talladega Creek within the Talladega National Forest. I had a hell of a time finding this one because…
Camp Mac Falls is in the Talladega National Forest. The fall unfortunately goes by a variety of names, and this whole post is really to clarify the name. Most falls…
Boulder Canyon contains a waterfall and some cascades, as well as a little loop trail* you can hike. It isn't a state park, just a local area in Vestavia Hills,…
I've purchased the Stanley Adventure Camp Cook Set, which is a 24oz steel "kettle" (big freaking cup shape) that has a lid that can lock in place and a fold…
Conecuh National Forest is located in the southern part of Alabama, not too far from Frank Jackson State Park. If you want to get technical it is in the Blue…
Frank Jackson State Park, Alabama, is oriented on the use of Lake Frank Jackson near Opp, AL. It has a day use area, and a campground, both adjacent to the…
Chewacla State Park near Auburn, Alabama has a diverse range of activities to offer and can be used as an overnight experience or just as a day trip. If going…