Crabtree Falls, located in Nelson County, Virginia, is a beautiful but somewhat challenging hike. You’ll get to see several amazing waterfall views. We recently hiked Crabtree Falls. It was a gorgeous fall day, and we really enjoyed this hike. While the walk to the first falls view was paved and easy, it got a bit…
Huntington Beach State Park, in Murrells Inlet, SC just South of Myrtle Beach, has a fantastic beach and a nice campground. Huntington Beach State Park Overview Huntington Beach State Park was founded in 1960. Before that, it was the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. They purchased a former plantation and built Atalaya….
Devils Backbone Campground is a great camping option for your visit to Nelson County, VA. Our Devils Backbone review has all you need to plan your visit. Devils Backbone Campground Overview The Devils Backbone Campground is a great home base from which to explore the Nelson County VA area. Its about 20 miles from Charlottesville….
Lake Anna State Park is a nice park with a swimming beach, hiking trails, and a campground. Lake Anna State Park is located in Spotsylvania County in Virginia. Lake Anna State Park Overview Lake Anna State Park opened in 1983. The area was home to the Goodwin Gold Mine. Among the many interpretive programs, you…
The American Heritage RV Park is a great camping option for your visit to Williamsburg VA. Our American Heritage campground review has all you need to know about this nice campground. American Heritage Campground Overview The American Heritage RV Park is a great home base from which to explore the Williamsburg VA area. Its about…
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a narrow strip of land, a set of barrier islands that run along the coast of the northern half of North Carolina. It’s a popular vacation spot and a great family-friendly place to visit. Judy has been coming to the Outer Banks for as long as she can…
The Virginia Capital Trail is a 52 mile bike path from Jamestown to Richmond Virginia, connecting the historic Virginia capital with the current capital. The path runs along Route 5 and is a paved path separated from the road. It is open to cyclists and pedestrians. Between Richmond and Jamestown, there are nine stops. Some…
Pocahontas State Park is Virginia’s largest and one of the most visited state parks. It’s great for camping and mountain biking. You can learn about the CCC. Note: this post is a significant update from our original Pocahontas State Park review from 2011. It’s fun to revisit some of the places we camped when we…
We enjoyed a visit to Good Luck Cellars in Kilmarnock VA. Good Luck Cellars creates tasty wine. With 14 varieties available, you’re sure to find one you like. We visited Good Luck Cellars on a beautiful day in June. We were camping at Belle Isle State Park and wanted to try a nearby winery. Good…
Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s newest state park. Located in Gloucester, VA, Machicomoco is a gathering place and provides info about the people who lived here. Machicomoco Overview Machicomoco State Park is Virginia’s 40th park. It was dedicated April 16, 2021. The campground opened two weeks later. The name means a special meeting place. While…