I grew up in a small town minutes away from the park. As a child, my family and I would picnic and hike through the park. As a teenager, my friends and I would bring some smoke and get lost on the trails for hours on lazy summer afternoons.

In fall when the leaves change the rock glows with brilliant shades of red and orange. I always find it amusing to observe the tourists (that flock from Chicago) as they push their way down the over-crowed trails. Have you ever seen that episode of Family Guy? Hahaha.

Anywho, its a great place to visit. And while you’re there, stop and have Sunday brunch at the lodge. Unbelievable.