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    Cheaha State Park for Highpointers: What to Expect at Alabama’s Highest Peak

    May 15, 2025 - By Jen

    Cheaha State Park was our third stop on a whirlwind tour of southern high points in early 2025, and honestly, it surprised us in the best way. From CCC-built stone cabins to mountaintop views and even a glamping tent option, this park had way more going on than we expected.…

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    High Points, Fast Tracks & Hidden Gems in Talladega

    May 13, 2025 - By Jen

    Talladega had been on our radar for a while, and with a solid plan in place, we were excited to dive into everything this corner of Alabama had to offer. Over the course of 11 days, we checked off some big bucket-list items: exploring the Talladega Superspeedway and its rich…

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    Why We Loved Camping at Tishomingo State Park

    April 17, 2025 - By Jen

    Tishomingo State Park totally surprised us in the best way. With its rocky terrain, scenic trails, and laid-back campground, this Mississippi gem feels more like the foothills of the Appalachians than anything you’d expect in the Deep South. Whether you’re into hiking, disc golf, or just unwinding in the woods,…

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    Trip Recap: Two Weeks in Southern Illinois, Spring 2025

    April 14, 2025 - By Jen

    After some time at home for a conference, we were back on the road again the second week of March. We headed down to southern Illinois for just under two weeks. Last year we started our full-time travelling in southern IL because we wanted to see spring ephemerals. We should…

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    Trip Recap: 2 Weeks in the Missouri Ozarks

    April 9, 2025 - By Jen

    We spent most of the winter at our home base in the Chicago suburbs and by mid-February we were itching to get back on the road. We had a conference back home the first weekend of March, so we couldn’t go too far, but we wanted to at least spend…

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    The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Giant City State Park

    April 3, 2025 - By Jen

    Giant City State Park is a hiker’s paradise, offering scenic trails through towering sandstone bluffs, lush forests, and unique rock formations. This guide covers everything you need to know- trail lengths, difficulty levels, parking info, and must-see sights, so you can plan the perfect adventure. Whether you’re after an easy…

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    Explore Park in Roanoke, VA: A Complete Guide to Camping & Activities

    April 2, 2025 - By Jen

    Nestled along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, Explore Park in Roanoke, Virginia, is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts. With a variety of unique camping options, thrilling activities like Treetop Quest and mountain biking, and a historic tavern-turned-brewpub, this park offers something for every kind of adventurer. We spent a…

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    Driving the Natchez Trace Parkway: A Complete Guide to Mile Markers 261–320

    March 31, 2025 - By Jen

    The Natchez Trace Parkway is one of the most scenic drives in the South, and the stretch between Tupelo, Mississippi, and Cherokee, Alabama, is packed with history, nature, and some unexpected hidden gems. Over the course of three days, we explored this 59-mile section while camping at Tishomingo State Park,…

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    Norris Dam State Park Camping Guide: Everything You Need to Know

    March 25, 2025 - By Jen

    Norris Dam State Park turned out to be the perfect home base for our 2 week stay in November. We camped in the East Campground, enjoying crisp fall weather while exploring nearby Oak Ridge and Knoxville. With miles of trails, a scenic lake, and plenty of history, this park has…

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    Cape Henlopen State Park: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

    March 7, 2025 - By Jen

    When we spent a couple of months out East last year, we had a little gap between our longer stays in Pennsylvania and Maryland. So we decided to check two more states off our RVing map- New Jersey and Delaware. We kept it simple, staying one night in each at…

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Josh grew up doing Memorial Day ceremonies with Bo Josh grew up doing Memorial Day ceremonies with Boy Scouts, so when we happened to be in the Washington DC area for Memorial Day we wanted to find something special to do. 

Sunday we visited Arlington National Cemetery for Flowers of Remembrance- the only time that the public is allowed to walk up to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to place a flower. Then we caught the end of their Meet a Sentinel event, a lecture on the history of Memorial Day, and a walking tour focused on Army history in honor of the Army's 250th birthday.

Monday, we went into DC proper. We didn't get to everything we wanted to, but we got to watch the Memorial Day Parade- which is considered the largest Memorial Day event in the country. The parade itself was neat, but walking around before-hand through the setup might have been even cooler. Everywhere we walked there were bands rehearsing and it was pretty wild to witness (and hear!). 
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While in Alabama, we, of course, had to do the tra While in Alabama, we, of course, had to do the track tour at Talladega Superspeedway and it was actually SO cool. Josh is a big NASCAR fan, so of course he was loving every second- and now he’s convinced we have to come back someday for a real race. 🏁

I’m not a racing person at all, but getting the behind-the-scenes tour, checking out Victory Lane, and seeing the garage area up close was honestly really interesting. And riding the shuttle bus on the actual track?? Those turns are STEEP- like, way more intense than they look on TV! 👀

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Last month we made it to the top of Alabama! 🏞️ Cheaha State Park surprised us with its rich history, incredible views, and some truly unique finds (Bigfoot, anyone?). Whether you're chasing mountain air or a quiet campsite in the woods, this place is worth the stop.

Here are a few highlights from our visit:
🗻 Alabama's highest point
👣 Bigfoot Leave No Trace Trail
🏛️ CCC Museum
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🪶 Native American Museum
🌄 Breathtaking views across Alabama
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