Category: State Parks

Exciting Folsom History, GOLD, Land, Water, Technology and Politics

Folsom, California – As California braces itself for yet another drought and as we prepare ourselves for what has become seasonal fires, we can’t help but wonder…. IS WATER THE NEW GOLD? As we explore Folsom’s past even then the value of water proved to be more outlasting than even the gold nuggets they were seeking. Find out in this video how one mans foresight found him and his family the influence and wealth they desired, long past just that of the “gold rush” era.

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Top 8 things to do at Valley of Fire

Regardless of whether you’re looking for day trip near Las Vegas, into seeing great sights or overnight camping, be sure to put Valley of Fire on your “bucket list.” After finally having the opportunity to spend several days within Nevada’s first state park, In this video are our TOP 8 things to see and do during your visit.

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Red Rock Canyon, cool Hollywood filming location and Campground

Wow, here’s a great place to relive Hollywood movie film set locations for over 150 major motion pictures with awesome views of the Red Rock Canyon and under pristine night skies to view the Milky Way in its glory! Movie Clips: 0:32​ Intro 1:44​ Jurassic Park 3:46​ Lost in Space 4:38​ Beneath the Planet of the Apes 7:16​ Westworld 9:03​ Law and Order 10:07​ Four For Texas 11:22​ The Lone Ranger 12:33​ Capricorn One 14:48​ The Long, Long Trailer 16:10​ The Mummy 19:43​ Andromeda Strain Continue reading “Red Rock Canyon, cool Hollywood filming location and Campground”

From Fort Adams to Newport Beach, Rhode Island

Video 27 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

We spent the night at Point Judith State Park (Fishermans Memorial) only to find it rained all night, so no biking the next day. No problemo, we continued on to Newport Beach and checked out the mansions including the Breakers, Marble Mansion, Great Gatsby home and more. Finally, we enjoyed the scenic and impressive Fort Adams. Rhode Island gets its share of rain yet no wonder it truly has verdant views.

 

Flyover Moravia & Lake Skaneateles to Lake Cayuga State Park

Video 25 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

In this episode we focus on the cinematic breathtaking drone views in upstate New York, including Lake Skaneateles (cleanest lake water in the USA), Moravia – the home of President Millard Fillmore and his wife as well as industrialist John Rockefeller. We also enjoyed the beauty of Lake Cayuga adjacent to an awesome State Park with fantastic bike trails.

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Watkins Glen State Park, NY – Glorious Gorge, 19 Waterfalls

Video 24 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

The Watkins Glen State Park long, long gorge and waterfalls are a must-see for anyone who wants to be up close and personal with mother nature. So if you are looking for a rare opportunity to literally touch this magical wonder with 19 waterfalls highlighting in action, head for the Finger Lakes in New York and be sure to add this to your bucket list!

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Letchworth State Park, NY – Voted #1 – the Grand Canyon of the East

Video 23 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

With abundant, verdant, luscious green foliage among thick trees everywhere, triple waterfalls, stunning cliff views, the Letchworth State Park is a real winner as the Grand Canyon of the East – even being voted as America’s number one State Park in the nation and #1 Best Attraction in New York State (fifth spot was Niagara Falls). If your camping or RV Life allows, don’t miss this awesome treasure with scenic views everywhere! And whether you’re into hiking, biking, canoeing or other outdoor activities, Letchworth is a real winner.

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Magic Moments of the Mighty Niagara Falls (Night Photos, too)

Video 22 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

Sooner or later, Niagara Falls is a “MUST SEE” for us all. And while others like to compare their favorites to the mighty Niagara, once you’ve seen both the American and Canadian segments of the falls, you’ll never forget those magic moments enjoying its beauty,

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Awesome Scenery eBike Ride – Presque Isle, Erie Pennsylvania

Video 21 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

Presque Isle is true to its name, a very long, skinny peninsula that hooks around Erie Pennsylvania like Cape Cod does for Plymouth Massachusetts. Better yet, for hikers and bike riders Presque Isle has a full forest tree cover to provide shelter with the typical winds of the Great Lake Erie. Along the path are sites of nearby Erie – no wonder with Presque’s protection the seaport was chosen by settlers hundreds of years ago. Of course, with such valuable real estate, it led to wars between the Native Americans, British and American Settlers.

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eBike ride at Maumee Bay State Park, Ohio on Lake Erie

Video 19 of our Series, Around the USA in 90 Days!

Heading across Ohio en route to the City of Erie, we enjoyed an eBike ride and overnight RV stay at Maumee Bay State Park in Ohio on the great Lake Erie.