We were up early and checked out of our hotel well before the museums opened in Corning NY, so we decided to walk around this quaint little town and explore a little. Corning is a city in the New York Finger Lakes region that offers several worthwhile attractions — certainly enough to spend a whole […]
budget-friendly day trip
Hiking through History at Palmer State Park
Hiking in Palmer State Park offers lots of history along with a delightful walk in the woods!
Take a Walk Along the Towpath in the Old Erie Canal State Historic Park
Take a walk through history along the Old Erie Canal!
Holly River State Park’s Beautiful Waterfalls
Take this short hike to explore the beautiful falls of Holly River State Park!
Beautiful Gardens Just Waiting to be Discovered: NJ Botanical Gardens
Once a private estate, the NJ Botanical Gardens is open to all. Discover for yourself why this should be on your bucket list!
Clank Clank Clank Goes the Trolley at the Rockhill Trolley Museum
Trolleys still capture our imagination, even though they belong to a different age. Discover why the Rockhill Trolley Museum is a fun daytrip destination for the entire family!
Spring Revealing Itself at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Discover this off-the-beaten-path park and its gorgeous water views!
A Fun Little Jaunt to See Pixley Falls
Check out this cute park with a great walking trail, beautiful picnic areas and great waterfalls!
Esopus Meadows Preserve Loop Hike Offers a Pretty Walk in the Woods
Enjoy beautiful views of the Hudson River during this pretty hike.
The Bulldog at Baltimore’s Gate: Four Forgotten Forts Still Stand Sentinel
Explore four forgotten forts that once gave Baltimoreans peace of mind during wartime.
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site: Exploring the Secrets of Lindenwald
Visit this little-known former U.S. President’s home to discover his contributions to the United States.
One of Minnewaska’s Best Kept Secrets: Stony Kill Falls
This waterfalls used to be a secret place only the locals knew about — but now it’s an easy out-and-back hike that has a fantastic payoff!
Get Your Wild On at the WV Wildlife Center!
Looking for a wheel-chair accessible, stroller-friendly AND kid-friendly daytrip? Look no further than the WV Wildlife Center!
Beautiful Vistas and Hidden Waterfalls Along the Tramontane Trail: A Hike in Holly River State Park
Looking for a great winter hike? Tramontane Trail in Holly River State Park will lead you on a quiet winter adventure!
Lost and Found — Hanna’s Town Museum Memorializes Revolutionary War History
Understand what life was like on the edge of English settlement in America by visiting Hanna’s Town, a reconstructed Revolutionary War-era fort and a reconstructed frontier tavern.