Our Adventure Tails

Our Adventure Tails Exploring the Midwest, one trail at a time🥾
Adventures with our dogs🐾
Hidden gems • dog-friendly hikes • real trail moments

📍 Silver Springs State Park, Yorkville, IL🥾 Scenic trails🌲 Forest + water views🐾 A great spot to get outside and explore
09/02/2026

📍 Silver Springs State Park, Yorkville, IL
🥾 Scenic trails
🌲 Forest + water views
🐾 A great spot to get outside and explore

I’ve hiked all 7 main canyons at Starved Rock State Park numerous times, so naturally I had to rank them😂Here’s my ranki...
08/21/2026

I’ve hiked all 7 main canyons at Starved Rock State Park numerous times, so naturally I had to rank them😂

Here’s my ranking from favorite to least favorite, but this is 100% based on my personal experience and what I look for in a hike🥾

👀 Now I’m curious… would you rank them differently?

Finally made it back to Rock Cut for a summer visit! The lake was beautiful, and kayaking was definitely a highlight🛶
08/11/2026

Finally made it back to Rock Cut for a summer visit! The lake was beautiful, and kayaking was definitely a highlight🛶

There’s something about a quiet cabin on the lake that makes time slow down.No packed itinerary. No rushing from place t...
08/06/2026

There’s something about a quiet cabin on the lake that makes time slow down.

No packed itinerary. No rushing from place to place. Just mornings on the boat, afternoons floating on the water, evenings around the grill, and a few adventures in between.

If you’re looking for a Northwoods getaway at Lakeside Haus, I put together a complete guide with everything you need to plan your trip:

🏡 Cabin details & amenities
🥾 Nearby hikes & waterfalls
🍔 Places to eat
🛶 Things to do
💡 Planning tips

🔗 Full guide is linked in my bio

Candlewood Vacations

Would you rather spend your vacation on the lake or exploring nearby? 👇

I can’t believe it took me this long to visit Mississippi Palisades State Park! The overlooks, unique rock formations, a...
08/02/2026

I can’t believe it took me this long to visit Mississippi Palisades State Park! The overlooks, unique rock formations, and peaceful trails made it one of my favorite hikes in Illinois. Have you been here before? 👇

Wildcat Den State Park was a beautiful surprise🥾
07/31/2026

Wildcat Den State Park was a beautiful surprise🥾

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