The Midwest Guide | Minnesota Based | Midwest Travel & Foodie on Instagram: "Stunning Swim Spot in Minnesota 📍 Add this hidden gem to your bucket list! Nestled along the Bass Lake Trail, this stunning swim spot is about a 3-mile moderate hike, just enough adventure without being too tough. The trail isn’t wheelchair accessible and has a few rocky, rooty patches, but if you’re mindful, it’s totally doable. The reward? Swimming in a waterfall that overlooks a gorgeous lake. Check this spot out in

Renee Heller | Midwest Outdoors + Travel on Instagram: "Save this day trip itinerary for your next summer adventure! 🗺️ 🚗 Just two hours from Chicago! Oregon, Illinois is the perfect mix of small-town charm and outdoor beauty. |AD| @visitoregonil ☕️ Start your morning with a pastry (or two) from The Village Bakery and a coffee run to @hazelscafe — you’ll need the fuel! 🌲 Then head 8 miles west to White Pines Forest State Park for a scenic hike. We tackled the Sunset & Sleepy Hollow Loop — 2.3