{"id":286,"date":"2021-08-17T02:35:51","date_gmt":"2021-08-17T02:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stacygrove.com\/blog\/?p=286"},"modified":"2021-08-17T02:38:43","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T02:38:43","slug":"labor-day-fall-break-road-trips-near-greater-lafayette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stacygrove.com\/blog\/labor-day-fall-break-road-trips-near-greater-lafayette\/","title":{"rendered":"Labor Day\/Fall Break Road Trips Near Greater Lafayette"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Labor Day is the official end of summer, and it\u2019s our first long break after the first few weeks of school. Where should you go? What should you do, especially if you don\u2019t want to travel too far?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best things about Greater Lafayette is our proximity to, well, everything! Here are some of my family\u2019s favorite destinations, all within a half-day\u2019s drive from your front door. Can\u2019t beat that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turkey Run State Park, Indiana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drive time: 1 hour, 12 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just southwest of us is Turkey Run State Park<\/a>, and it\u2019s such a fun place, especially during the gorgeous fall months and especially if you enjoy doing things outdoors. This is often considered one of the Midwest\u2019s best-kept secrets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Book a room at the inn<\/a>, a cabin<\/a>, or if you\u2019re feeling brave, try a campsite. There\u2019s plenty to do, including hiking (don\u2019t miss Ladders Trail), guided horseback rides, swimming, fishing, a nature center, and even canoeing. There really is something for everybody here\u2014you just have to decide what you want your vacation to look like and make a plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Turkey Run State Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Red River Gorge, Kentucky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drive Time: 5 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you been to the gorgeous Red River Gorge<\/a> area of Kentucky? If not, put this up at the top of your road trip list. This area is known for its natural beauty and world-class climbing and hiking. It\u2019s the perfect family vacation (our family just went, and it did not disappoint).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must see the Natural Bridge, and make sure to spend plenty of time in the Daniel Boone National Forest<\/a>. This is truly an American treasure filled with tree, plant, bird, and animal life spread throughout 2,000,000 acres. See the most breathtaking views via the zipline<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you\u2019re in the area, don\u2019t miss Miguel\u2019s Pizza<\/a> (get the Ale 8 to accompany your dinner). Also, stay in one of these freaking awesome treehouses<\/a> rather than a hotel. Thank me later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Treehouse near Red River Gorge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Miguel’s Pizza<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Cable Car<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hocking Hills, Ohio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drive Time: 5 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hocking Hills<\/a> is another gorgeous area just filled with fun outdoor activities for the entire family. If you\u2019re looking for a wide variety of things to do, you won\u2019t want to miss this part of Ohio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most popular spots in the Hocking Hills area is Old Man\u2019s Cave<\/a>. There are also some gorgeous waterfalls, and you can rent a canoe at Lake Hope and Lake Logan state parks. There is also plenty of hiking, as well as annual festivals and events in the Hocking Hills area, which range from moonshine festivals to lily festivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hocking Hills<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis, Indiana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drive Time: 1 hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OK, are you tired of me talking about hiking yet? If you don\u2019t care for hiking or just want to do something different, I\u2019ve got a little fancier outing for you. Check out Indianapolis\u2019s trendy Bottleworks District<\/a>. This is a $300 million reimagining of the spot where a Coca-Cola bottling plant operated in the 1900s. The Bottleworks Hotel<\/a> is amazing\u2014the gorgeous art deco design is TO. DIE. FOR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also plenty of shopping, coffee, restaurants, bowling, a theater, and more. Basically, if you\u2019re looking for good food, good shopping, and plenty of relaxation, this is the place to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Indiapolis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Traverse City, Michigan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drive Time: 6 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traverse City is a small city on Grand Traverse Bay (part of Lake Michigan). It\u2019s filled with endless lakes and rivers, a charming downtown area, historic lighthouses, and delightful vineyards. No matter what your interests are, there is something to do in Traverse City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re into wine, check out the many winery tours in the area. If you want to scale a Dune, check out the Sleeping Bear Dunes area<\/a>, which is just gorgeous. You can also, of course, explore the beaches<\/a> around the entire region. This is a foodie town, and I highly recommend some of the farm to fork restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Traverse City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

OK, I\u2019m dying to know\u2014what are you<\/em> doing this fall break? I could use some ideas, so spill the beans!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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