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Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch: Campground Review

Adam and I began discussing a visit to Mount Rushmore several years ago. As this national monument symbolizes so much of our country’s history, we wanted to view the site and explore the region with Emilie. We finally made it out this summer and for our lodging I was excited Read more…

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One of the things we love about Indiana are the ef One of the things we love about Indiana are the efforts to bring back native prairie lands.  On summer evenings like this, there’s not much better than watching wildflowers in the sunset.

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Have you ever hiked to Juney Whank Falls in the Gr Have you ever hiked to Juney Whank Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park?  For such a beautiful waterfall, we were surprised how few people were on this trail!

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#summer2019  #thewanderwells
We had so much fun visiting Dollywood and the new We had so much fun visiting Dollywood and the new Wildwood Grove!  It was hard to pick a favorite ride, but the Dragonflier was so smooth and fast! 
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Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH a Visiting my old high school town of Delaware, OH and had to stop by one of the local favorites, Buns Restaurant.  If you’re ever around  north Columbus, it’s a great place for dinner!

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Glad to hear the Farm at Prophetstown State Park i Glad to hear the Farm at Prophetstown State Park is open again!  We look forward to returning and visiting with all the barnyard animals.

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Parenthood...the greatest adventure of all! Happy Parenthood...the greatest adventure of all!  Happy Father’s Day!! #fathersday #father #fatheranddaughter #family #familytime #custerstatepark #custerstateparksd #southdakota #sd #familyadventure
Discovered a new Indiana state park today. We rea Discovered a new Indiana state park today.  We really enjoyed exploring the natural and historic sites at Prophetstown.  The campgrounds are amazing also!  We’ll have to visit again once it’s warmer to check out the aquatic park too.

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The history geek in me was absolutely in awe at se The history geek in me was absolutely in awe at seeing Mount Rushmore at sunrise.  Did you know 90% of this monument was carved with dynamite?  I always envisioned dynamite as wildly unpredictable, but in fact it was so precise workers used it to get within 3 inches of the finished look! 
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#familytravel #summerroadtrip #adventure #explore #thewanderwells
For such a short boardwalk path, the view at the e For such a short boardwalk path, the view at the end of the Window Trail in Badlands National Park is breathtaking.  Less than a quarter mile round trip, this little stroll offers big views. 
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Notch Trail at Badlands National Park is one of th Notch Trail at Badlands National Park is one of the most exciting trails we’ve hiked.  Between the ladder and the cliff edges we were both enamored and terrified with this challenging trail.  It was such an interactive trail and we felt so accomplished at the end.  Have you ever hiked Notch Trail and what did you think about it?

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We had such a great time at the Palmer Gulch chuck We had such a great time at the Palmer Gulch chuckwagon!  The covered wagon ride, beautiful scenery, live western music, and a fantastic dinner made this such a memorable experience. 

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Every sunset is beautiful in its own way but there Every sunset is beautiful in its own way but there’s just something about palm trees and California. 
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We were so amazed to see the murals at The Corn Pa We were so amazed to see the murals at The Corn Palace!  Created anew each year, these detailed images are made from 250,000 cobs of corn! 
#corn #corncob #cornpalace #southdakota #mitchell #familyfun #travel #roadtrip #adventure #explore #thewanderwells
Yellowstone and Grand Tetons here we come! #rv #ca Yellowstone and Grand Tetons here we come!
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It’s hard to capture in a photo, but the sand at It’s hard to capture in a photo, but the sand at Coronado Beach sparkles like gold.  The pyrite in the sand makes it shimmer in the sun and it is mesmerizing!

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Iron Mountain Road in Custer State Park was even m Iron Mountain Road in Custer State Park was even more scenic than I imagined.  The spiral roads, lumber bridges, and tunnels that frame phenomenal views of Mount Rushmore make for such an enjoyable drive.  It was also super convenient that outside of each tunnel were parking spots.  Going shortly after sunrise we saw almost no other traffic on the road and had a chance to really slow down and enjoy the views. 

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We’re back in the saddle and excited to be explo We’re back in the saddle and excited to be exploring again!  Mount Rushmore and the surrounding areas of South Dakota have been on our list for awhile now.  It’s great to finally experience them.  When looking for a unique family friendly adventure check out the stables at the Palmer Gulch KOA resort.

Palmer Gulch offers three different trail rides through the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve.  It’s a fun way to see this beautiful part of the Black Hills National Forest/Custer State Park.  And the staff is great at teaching the basics of horse riding to beginners and kids. 📸: @howeyeseeitphotography 
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Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I Every time we’ve driven to the Fort Myers area I’ve noticed this green building.  This was the trip we finally checked out Sun Harvest Citrus.  It was a fun little stop with juice and citrus samples, a playground, gift shop, and ice cream.  The orange ice cream float was especially delicious!

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As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indi As a history geek, I've been wanting to visit Indiana's Spring Mill State Park for awhile now.  The pioneer village, wading creek, caves, boat tours, and inn did not disappoint.  We had such a fun time exploring!

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One of the amazing things about the West Baden Spr One of the amazing things about the West Baden Springs and French Lick hotels are all the spots they’ve created for guests to relax and soak up the scenery.  We really enjoyed breakfast on this patio overlooking the gardens!  With the rocking chairs and beautiful views it was so peaceful!

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