Hiking, State Parks

[guspech750]

Since we're on the subject of hiking and such, what are people's go-to footware?

I've got a 10 year old pair of cheap TImberlands that need to be replaced, and would like something that can take a beating but won't be like anchors on my feet.

Edit: I think they're the original version of these:

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Would like a dedicated hiker, and something lighter for like trails.

I just have a pair of waterproof low top Columbia’s. They are really comfortable and so far so good with a lot of hiking and daily use miles on them.

when we hike in the cold winter months. I use these on my insulated Red Wing boots. They work super awesome on ice covered trails and wood steps.

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

Right here Bud, no complaints

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Skechers, really? I’m mildly intrigued.

 

[Spivitz]

Neighbor told us about a path right down the road, so we hiked for about 30 min

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

Neighbor told us about a path right down the road, so we hiked for about 30 min

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That's kind of like my dad's with ATV/fire trails. He's been there almost 20 years and just this past fall one of his neighbors mentioned a trail my dad wasn't familiar with. It was about 2000' feet from my dad's house and went through some areas that we always wondered how to get to "that trail", as we could see the trail from a higher elevation. The opening/trail head is so well covered that we've driven past it numerous times and never noticed it.

 

[bimmer4life]

I just have a pair of waterproof low top Columbia’s. They are really comfortable and so far so good with a lot of hiking and daily use miles on them.

when we hike in the cold winter months. I use these on my insulated Red Wing boots. They work super awesome on ice covered trails and wood steps.

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Yaktrax rule . The ones I have also have spikes and grab well for running. I literally have run 10 miles on ice paths. Lol

 

[Spivitz]

Hiking here tomorrow, it's exciting

Margarette Falls Trailhead Parking Area - Google Search

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[Spivitz]

Morning hike

 

[Spivitz]

Hit Ashville and a scenic hike off 26.

Great views

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

Hit Ashville and a scenic hike off 26.

Great views

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Dude, had no idea that was there when we went past it on 26.

Now, if we go to FL this winter for a few weeks we'll have to plan for stopping there (the hiking) on the way back.

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

Better suited for this thread. Mallard Lake Forest Preserve. I used my sunglasses as an amber filter on a few.

 

[Spivitz]

Explore Bristol Caverns!

Far below the earth's surface, in the timeless beauty of Bristol Caverns, a strange and exciting experience awaits you.

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[Blood on Blood]

Took the family out to breakfast today, then trooped over to Starved Rock. Other parents had the same idea as it was populated.

Put in some walking miles, then hit up Nonie’s Bakery/Coffee afterwards for iced coffees and pastries.

Bad roll over accident on I-80 near Seneca which I’m not surprised as there was plenty of folks driving the speed limit in the left lane pissing off other motorists.

Overall, mission accomplished.

 

[PANDA]

Check out Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie if you are looking to get outdoors and walk. It's on the old site of the Joliet Arsenal. They have bison and it's very cool to explore the open silos. Starved Rock is just overcrowded now with fake people.

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

White Pines State Park is good too. Small, but you can walk all the trails with some variety. Puts you 10-15 from Nachusa Grasslands, where you might also find some Bison roaming around.

Other direction (north) is Lowden and Chief Blackhawk.

 

[PANDA]

White Pines State Park is good too. Small, but you can walk all the trails with some variety. Puts you 10-15 from Nachusa Grasslands, where you might also find some Bison roaming around.

Other direction (north) is Lowden and Chief Blackhawk.

yup that's another solid pick. I was gonna suggest that but not in the same area. Id love to stay in one of those cabins. Sounds like the restaurant is permanently closed tho.

 

[SpeedSpeak2me]

yup that's another solid pick. I was gonna suggest that but not in the same area. Id love to stay in one of those cabins. Sounds like the restaurant is permanently closed tho.

I like them because they’re close to each other, and can do all three in one day.

Yeah, sad about the restaurant. There aren’t that many great dining options in Oregon either. I’ll stop at Jay’s Drive-in, but need patience when ordering food.

For Nachusa, if you go about 3/4 mile north to W. Stone Barn Rd then make a left (west) you can take the road (gravel) to the end. Sometimes that’s where the bison are. At the end of the road is a hiking area.

There’s a map there since the trail isn’t exactly obvious in a few places (west and northwest side). Just be warned it’s not to scale ?

Spent a few minutes looking for the trail back north and thought we were lost. Turns out we hadn’t gone far enough.

 

[PANDA]

I like them because they’re close to each other, and can do all three in one day.

Yeah, sad about the restaurant. There aren’t that many great dining options in Oregon either. I’ll stop at Jay’s Drive-in, but need patience when ordering food.

For Nachusa, if you go about 3/4 mile north to W. Stone Barn Rd then make a left (west) you can take the road (gravel) to the end. Sometimes that’s where the bison are. At the end of the road is a hiking area.

There’s a map there since the trail isn’t exactly obvious in a few places (west and northwest side). Just be warned it’s not to scale ?

Spent a few minutes looking for the trail back north and thought we were lost. Turns out we hadn’t gone far enough.

Great area. I was surprised when I saw the rock formations.

 

[Spivitz]

Just did another hike at Bays ??

 

[bimmer4life]

Just did another hike at Bays ??

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Oh I want to run that trail!

 

[Jimy Bilmo]

Oh I want to run that trail!

 

[Spivitz]

So my daughter was whining and they did not make the hour long hike around the lake. Mindy grabbed some cool pictures though. I took a video and sent it to my Bud ?

 

[Spivitz]

PTO Friday, heading here tomorrow

Buffalo Mountain Park
Buffalo Mountain Park
(423) 283-5815

https://g.co/kgs/WNWX6m

 

[guspech750]

That place looks pretty awesome. Pretty jealous.

 

[Lord Tin Foilhat]

If you find any random stairs, don't climb them.

 

[Spivitz]