The vast, raw and rugged beauty of this Nevada state park is one of the many reasons to visit Valley of Fire. This is one of my favorite parks to explore, and I have been to several state and national parks. For information on Valley of Fire entrance fees, how to get here, and other things to know before you…
Pedernales Falls State Park, located about an hour west of Austin, is a unique Texas park. The park has several hiking and biking trails that feature waterfalls, swimming areas, and scenic overlooks. It is best known for the impressive Pedernales Falls that flows over massive slabs of limestone. We spent hours exploring the limestone slabs and skipping rocks during our…