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Hiking Hotspot: Camden Hills State Park in Camden, Maine

Hiking Hotspot: Camden Hills State Park in Camden, Maine

Camden Hills State Park offers over 30 miles of scenic hiking trails. The park is located in beautiful Camden, whose fitting slogan is “Where the Mountains Meet the Sea.” This beautiful ...

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Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge – Nature, Scenic views, & Serenity

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge – Nature, Scenic views, & Serenity

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge is a beautiful 242 acre refugee, which occupies a peninsula between the Sakonnet River and Rhode Island Sound. We found this beautiful hidden gem by accident ...

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Slater Memorial Park: Home of the World’s Oldest Looff Stander Carousel

Slater Memorial Park: Home of the World’s Oldest Looff Stander Carousel

Slater Memorial Park, named after Samuel Slater, who built America’s first water powered mill, is the oldest and largest park in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The park is located about 15 minutes ...

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CliffWalk Newport – Spectacular Ocean and Mansion Views!

CliffWalk Newport – Spectacular Ocean and Mansion Views!

The most scenic place to take a stroll in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island is Cliffwalk. This scenic 3.5 mile National Recreation Trail runs along the shoreline and the views are amazing. I would say ...

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Cape Cod Rail Trail – 22 Miles of Gorgeous New England Forest Views

Cape Cod Rail Trail – 22 Miles of Gorgeous New England Forest Views

Mike and I have been checking out a lot of great bike trails since moving to Massachusetts. This area really is a dream for anyone who loves cycling. The Cape Cod Rail Trail is a beautiful 22 mile ...

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Islesboro, Maine: A Peaceful Retreat Away from the Mainland

Islesboro, Maine: A Peaceful Retreat Away from the Mainland

Islesboro, a tiny island located off the coast of Maine, is only accessible via ferry from Lincolnville, Maine. I had the very unique opportunity to live in this popular summer colony a few years ...

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Road Trip Oddities: The Hobo Pool in Saratoga, Wyoming

Road Trip Oddities: The Hobo Pool in Saratoga, Wyoming

I love checking out quirky roadside attractions on road trips – it helps break up an otherwise long and boring drive. On a recent very long trip from Idaho to Chicago, Mike and I decided to ...

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Don’t hibernate all winter! Visit Harriman State Park in Idaho!

Don’t hibernate all winter! Visit Harriman State Park in Idaho!

We moved to a little town called Idaho Falls this year. We have enjoyed easy access to national parks during our time living here. The cold weather season can be tough if you are not into winter ...

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