State Parks and Historic Sites
Visit State Parks and Historic Sites
State parks in the southern US offer a chance to hike through mountains, swim in cool lakes, and explore unique ecosystems, all under warm sunshine. From relaxing on sandy beaches to spelunking in ancient caves, there's an unforgettable adventure waiting in every direction.
Cathedral Caverns State Park
Located in Northeast Alabama is a state park unlike any we have ever visited Unfortunately, hiking in the deep south during the summer is an activity that, to put it nicely, can be hellish. Sometimes we luck up with those days that the high is low 80s, and we can take advantage of that by…
Elijah Clark State Park
Elijah Clark State Park is located on Clarks Hill Lake, which is actually a part of the Savannah River In late May, Jesse and I loaded up the pups, hitched up the camper, and took a trip across the state to Elijah Clark State Park. Elijah Clark State Park is located on Clarks Hill Lake,…
Fort Mountain State Park Camping
Fort Mountain State Park is one of our Go-To State Parks in Georgia This article deviates from our usual format of combining hiking and brewery visits. Instead, it focuses on our experience at the campground within Fort Mountain State Park. However, this is not a typical vacation recap. If you enjoy hiking, there’s a good…
North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park
This Tennessee state park was originally a state natural area but was changed to a state park in September 2024. In mid-November, Jesse and I traveled north to Tennessee’s newest state park: North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park. This state park was originally a state natural area but was changed to a state park in…
