Toccoa Falls, Georgia
One of northern Georgia's most impressive waterfalls isn't on National Forest land, or inside the boundaries of a Georgia State…
Cornelia, Georgia: Big Red Apple
Georgia as a whole may be known for its prized produce: the peach. But in and around Cornelia, the apple…
Brasstown Bald, Georgia Highest Mountain in Georgia
Traveling to the top of the highest mountain in Georgia doesn't require any climbing at all--at least on foot. Your…
Walasi-Yi Store, Appalachian Trail
If you need to gear up for a very long journey along the Appalachian Trail, or just want to hang…
DeSoto Falls Scenic Area
If you'd like to view two waterfalls, and take a peaceful walk through the woods, pull off at DeSoto Falls. DeSoto…
Dahlonega, Georgia
Dahlonega is a small rural town that draws plenty of tourists. It provides a good stop for lunch, or to…
Amicalola Falls, Georgia
As you explore the southern end of the Appalachian Mountains, you'll come upon many waterfalls. Perhaps none is more impressive,…
Portland, Oregon: Washington Park at Sunset
As the sun started to set on Day 9, I was faced with a familiar dilemma: how to spend the…
Sheppard’s Dell – Columbia River Gorge Scenic Byway
During my previous visit to the Columbia River Gorge, I distinctly remember making the decision to drive past Sheppard's Dell…
Columbia River Gorge Scenic Byway
It took 9 days, but the trip had officially come full-circle. I was back at the Columbia River Gorge Scenic…