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Cedar Falls itself has a long natural history and is part of the broader Hocking Hills region, which is known for its geological features, including sandstone cliffs, caves, gorges, and waterfalls.

Maumee Bay State Park offers a blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. With its scenic hiking trails, diverse wildlife, historical significance, and plentiful camping options, it provides a great destination for visitors of all ages and interests.

Sea Rim State Park was established to protect and preserve the coastal environment of Texas. It opened to the public in the 1970s as part of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s efforts to conserve natural landscapes.

On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets o...

Friendship Hill National Historic Site, maintained by the National Park Service, was the home of early American politician Albert Gallatin. It overlooks the Monongahela River near Point Marion, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, about 50 miles south of Pittsburgh.

As you probably noticed, we have expanded our blog to include hiking areas that are not located in Ohio. As we travel and hike, we take pictures and research the places we visit. We hope that you enjoy the historical information as much as the information about the hiking trails.

The MTNF covers 3,068,800 acres of which 1,506,100 acres is public owned, 78,000 acres of which are Wilderness, and National Scenic River area. MTNF spans 29 counties and represents 11% of all

The Battle of Fort Necessity took place on July 3, 1754, during the French and Indian War.

Brigadier General Ulysses S. Grant was becoming quite famous as he wrote these words following the surrender of Confederate Fort Donelson on...