Turkey Run State Park in Marshall, Indiana is known for its sandstone cliffs, rugged ravines, suspension bridges, and hiking trails that wind through rocky hollows carved by centuries of flowing water. One of the most memorable sections of the park is the hike through Crevice Rock along Trail 10.
Beyond the Midwest Travel
Travel beyond the Midwest through national parks, scenic landscapes, and memorable road trips.
Explore destinations across the United States through photography and field notes.
Piney Falls State Natural Area in Grandview TN
Piney Falls State Natural Area near Grandview, Tennessee is a beautiful and relatively short hike that leads visitors through forested trails to scenic overlooks, an 80-foot waterfall, and a suspension bridge crossing Piney Creek.
Myakka State Park
Myakka River State Park, Florida
Myakka River State Park is located in Sarasota County, Florida and is one of the state’s oldest and largest parks. Covering more than 37,000 acres, the park protects wetlands, prairies, hammocks, and river ecosystems that support an incredible variety of wildlife.
Makers Mark One Stop on the Bourbon Trail
Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky
Maker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky is one of the most recognizable stops on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. For bourbon fans, it is a well-known destination. For photographers, road trippers, and travelers who enjoy beautifully designed places, it offers much more than a tasting stop.
Even without being a bourbon drinker myself, I found this stop surprisingly enjoyable. The grounds, architecture, historic buildings, and distinctive branding made it one of the most visually interesting places we visited along the way.