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Lanterman’s Mill, Youngstown Ohio
Road Trip Through Ohio Youngstown, Ohio now one of the most underappreciated tourist destinations in the US and if you’re an avid roadtripper a must see Ohio landmark. Lanterman’s Mill was built in 1845 and still operates today, grinding wheat, corn, and buckwheat. However, it was restored 140 years after it was built by a generous donation and included an iconic covered bridge that brings a piece of the past to life. Address & Phone Lanterman’s Mill1001 Canfield Rd. (SR 62)Youngstown, OH 44511GPS Coordinates: 41.066806, -80.682140Phone: 330.740.7115 Hours & Pricing Seasonal HoursApril & November/Saturday & Sunday only, Noon – 4 PMMay through October/Tuesday – Sunday, 10 AM – 5 PM;Closed…
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Great Sand Dunes National Park
Great Sand Dunes National Park According to Outsideonline National Parks and National Monuments are distinguished by why they are being protected. “National parks are protected due to their scenic, inspirational, education, and recreational value. National monuments have objects of historical, cultural, and/or scientific interest.” The Great Sand Dunes National Park was designated on September 24, 2004. That being said, Great Sand Dunes is small by comparison but should be identified as a National Park simply because it’s one hell of a view. GSD is the largest Sand dune in North America, and reaches an outstanding 750 feet high. It’s very bizarre to be driving along southern Colorado, and…
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Echo Park, Dinosaur National Monument
Echo Park Echo Park is a small canyon which is part of Dinosaur National Monument. It’s located on the Colorado side of the park and is a great little fishing hole with the view of Steamboat Rock dead center. It’s gorgeous for photographers and has rafting, floating, and fishing accommodations. You will need to get a fishing license from the state of Colorado for this location. There is a cabin on site that a park ranger stays in so trying to get away with fishing without one is almost impossible. The ranger on site will come ask for it, I’ve never not been asked. Because this area is on the…