Tag: nature photography
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Take The Ferry To Enjoy Québec City’s Best Sunset View
Quebec City, Canada, offers a diverse array of attractions, including delightful restaurants and scenic ferry rides to Lévis. The short 12-minute ferry trip provides stunning views of Château Frontenac and spectacular sunsets. With tickets priced at just $4.05 each way, the ferry operates year-round from early morning to late at night, making it a must-do…
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Take This Sunset Happy Hour Nature Cruise In Bar Harbor
Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co. offers affordable happy hour nature cruises in Acadia National Park, where you can enjoy stunning sunset views and wildlife sightings. The two-hour cruise includes narration, bird and animal watching, and happy hour drinks. Tickets start at $47, and online booking is available. This is a must-do experience while visiting Acadia.
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The 5 Best Wildflower Hikes In Colorful Colorado
Colorado offers some of the best wildflower hikes in the country. Wildflowers bloom in the summer, with specific times depending on the region. Notable wildflowers in Colorado include the statewide columbine, Indian paintbrush, alpine forget-me-not, and fireweed. The five best wildflower hikes are Forest Canyon Overlook, Gold Hill Trail, Lupine Trail, Diamond Lake, and Mount…
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A Day Hike To Connecticut’s Remarkable Heublein Tower
Connecticut offers scenic beauty and adventure, especially during summer and fall. The Talcott Mountain Yellow Trail, a 2.9-mile loop with a 439-foot elevation gain, leads to the historic Heublein Tower. This trail through Talcott Mountain State Park features stunning forest views and ends with a panoramic view of Connecticut from the tower’s top.
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A Trip To The Coastal Scarborough State Park in Maine
Scarborough State Park in Maine offers a beach, hikes, and ocean views. The park has recreational activities like beachcombing and birdwatching. The cost is $7 per adult and $6 per child. It’s near other popular Maine attractions. After visiting, consider driving to Cape Elizabeth for a famous lobster roll.
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Trek To ‘The Big Tree’ in Redwood National Park
Redwood National Park, home to the iconic Big Tree, offers captivating day hikes through towering trees. Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park, managed jointly with Redwood National Park, protects 45% of California’s old-growth redwoods. The 2.9-mile hike to the 1500-year-old Big Tree is a must, with summer temperatures ranging from 40-75F and winter from 35-55F.
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Hike The Raccoon Trail in Golden Gate Canyon State Park This Fall!
Every year, Colorado’s Aspens transform into a brilliant golden yellow, drawing leaf peepers from across the country. Golden Gate Canyon State Park, nestled in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, offers the breathtaking Raccoon Trail. This moderate 2.6-mile loop showcases the stunning fall foliage and diverse wildlife, making it a must-visit near Denver.
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The Best Winter Hike at Canada’s Mont-Orford National Park
Mont-Orford National Park in Quebec offers winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The park boasts scenic lakes and hiking trails, including the Le Coyote Winter Hiking Trail. Visitors must make reservations in advance. Located near the town of Orford, it’s an ideal day trip destination in the Eastern Townships region of Canada.
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Tree of Life Olympic National Park: How to Visit
The Tree of Life, an enduring natural wonder in Olympic National Park, stands as a resilient symbol of nature’s strength. Despite 70 years of exposure to saltwater and wind, this unique tree remains a sight to behold, attracting photographers and visitors to its hidden location accessible from Kalaloch Lodge. Responsible tourism is crucial for its…
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