Going to try something a little different this week.The ultimate Alabama waterfall road trip. That’s the title of the article that’s been floating all over social media and I’m intrigued I dig waterfalls. I dig road trips. You have to hike to the waterfalls. I think you see where this is going. On Thursday I […]
Alabama State Parks
52 Weeks 52 Hikes
Road-trippin’ from Alabama to California, we detour off I-40 to take in the Grand Canyon. On our way out of the park, we met some folks who had done an R2R (rim to rim) hike. I couldn’t stop thinking about the possibility of a hike into that canyon. Out with friends, one evening and two […]
Hike Nine – Oak Mountain State Park
It’s the day I’ve been waiting for; Carver will be hiking this week. After being sidelined by a rather unfortunate box jumping incident at CrossFit, Carver has received medical clearance to join me on a hike. Good news since we’re doing the Grand Canyon together and she hasn’t been able to do any training since the decision […]
Hike Number Eight – Chinnabee Silent Trail
This week I’m not hiking solo. Carver, you ask? Nope. My Grand Canyon buddy Carver is still recovering from a semi-tragic CrossFit box jumping injury, but word has it she’ll be up to an easy hike by next week. Erica from the Y is with me. She’s seen pics from previous hiking adventures on social […]
Hike Number Seven – Buck’s Pocket State Park
Buck’s Pocket State Park. A Haven for Defeated Politicians. That’s how I’m greeted upon arrival at Buck’s Pocket State Park. How apropos. I’m not a politician, but I do feel defeated. Career-wise for sure. After moving to Alabama from Southern California over twenty years ago, Buck’s Pocket was one of the first places I visited. Drove through, really. […]
Fall Foliage Hikes – North Alabama
Temps are dropping, and there’s a briskness in the air. Now is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy all that Mother Nature has to offer. Offering plenty of options for fall foliage hikes, North Alabama has something for everyone. Here are five suggestions to get you started. Cheaha State Park At 2,407 feet above […]
Ultimate Waterfall Road Trip – North Alabama
Everybody loves a road trip! And this one’s a doozy featuring magnificent waterfalls, some wildflowers, and, if you’re lucky, some wildlife? Let’s go! Waterfall One Begin the journey at Noccalula Falls Park in Gadsden, Alabama. Park by the chapel and take a short walk across the bridge to get this popular view of the 90-foot […]
Hike One – DeSoto State Park #52weeks52hikes
It’s early. Too early to be out on a cold, windy, dreary New Year’s Day. On any other New Year’s Day, I’d be drinking coffee in my PJs watching the Rose Parade, likely eating a cinnamon roll, eschewing any thoughts of healthy eating resolutions. Instead, I’m headed to DeSoto State Park for their annual First […]
