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Benjamin Hikes ASMR

Enjoy the calming sounds of nature wash over you as you listen to the crunch of gravel underfoot, the wind whisper through the trees, or the songs of birds in the branches.

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00:37:19

Hiking in Cooper Creek Park/Spencer Forest

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/03/19

Today we're at Kent County's Cooper Creek Park and Spencer Forest! These adjacent parks offer over 500 acres of pine stands, deciduous forests, and fields to explore. There are two entry tails connected to two loops within the parks. We'll be hiking both entry trails and a bit of the trails in between.Location: Cooper Creek Park & Spencer Forest; Kent County, MichiganWeather: 31° F / 0.55° C, SunnyDifficulty: 2/5Length: 1.9 miles / 3.1 kilometersDuration: 31 minutesExplore Kent

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00:18:16

Exploring Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/03/15

We're exploring a brand new location, the Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve in Rockford, Michigan! This stunning property, operated by the Land Conservatory of West Michigan, features the Saul Lake Bog, unique ecosystem of carnivorous plants, grasses, and a variety of wildlife spread across 123 acres. I plan on returning to the Preserve again to hike the entire trail system, but join me as I explore!Location: Saul Lake Bog Nature Preserve; Rockford, MichiganWeather: 31° F / 0.55° C, SunnyDifficulty:

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00:55:17

I SHOULD NOT Have Hiked - Blue Loop, Seidman Park

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/03/12

We return once more to Seidman Park in Kent County, Michigan for a our first Spring hike! I wish it would have been a touch warmer... Honestly, should have delayed this hike, the trail was a solid rink of ice! Watch close and laugh at my pain as I fall right on my behind... Seriously, I paused all hikes this day. Do not repeat my mistakes, if your trail is solid ice, try it some other day.Location: Seidman Park, Kent County, MichiganWeather: 19° F / -7.2° C, Sunny with IceDifficulty: 4/5Length: 2.1

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00:34:48

Yellow Loop at Seidman Park, Sunny Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/03/08

Welcome back to Seidman Park in Kent County, Michigan! Today we'll be hiking the Yellow Loop through woodland and over a stunning Honey Creek bubbling over snow covered rocks. The North Country Trail runs through this park and we'll be hiking portions of this National Scenic Trail. Let's hike one of our last winter hikes!Location: Seidman Park, Kent County, MichiganWeather: 30° F / -1.11° C, Sunny and SnowDifficulty: 2/5Length: 1.4 miles / 2.25 kilometersDuration: 23 minutesExplore Kent County,

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00:24:01

Seidman Park Red Loop, Sunny Snowy Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/03/05

Today we explore a new park, Seidman Park in Kent County, Michigan! This park features a stunning creek and many trails, including three distinct trail loops. We'll be hiking the Red Loop and covering portions of the National Scenic Trail, North Country Trail, which cuts through the 400 acres of wetlands and woodlands.Location: Seidman Park; Kent County, MichiganWeather: 30° F / -1.11° C, Sunny and SnowDifficulty: 2/5Length: 1.1 miles / 1.8 kilometersDuration: 19 minutesExplore Kent County,

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01:31:22

2025 North Country Trail HIKE 100, Part 2 | Miles...

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/26

Today we're back on the North Country Trial for miles 5 through 10 of our HIKE 100 challenge! If you missed my first video, I'm hiking 100 miles on the North Country Trail in 2025. This challenge will be divided across several videos throughout the year. Today, I hike a roadside portion of the NCT in Rockford, starting at the corner of 10 Mile Road and Courtland Road proceeding 2.5 miles south and back (from about NCT MI-966.5 to about MI-969 and back). Join the challenge! Consider signing up for

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00:39:54

Wandering at Wahlfield Park, Snowy Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/26

Today we're exploring Kent County, Michigan's Wahlfield Park! This park contains miles of trails, but today we just wander and explore. I find this park especially beautiful this time of year and in the sun. There is a mix between a snowy winter and the hope of sunny Spring over the course of this hike. Thank you for hiking with me today!Location: Wahlfield Park; Kent County, MichiganWeather: 40° F / 4.4° C, SunnyDifficulty: 3/5Length: 1.7 miles / 2.7 kilometersDuration: 26 minutesExplore

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00:10:23

Snowy Hike at Annis Fish Hatchery Preserve

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/22

Today I'm back at the newest Courtland Township park, the Annis Fish Hatchery Preserve! This preserve, may be small, but the trails are beautiful and easy for anyone to tackle. The snow adds even more beauty to the landscape!These trails may look familiar. We've hiked them twice before, on a sunny autumn afternoon and in the rain! Check out the Annis Fish Hatchery Preserve playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkr0LRCl3xsPh6H2Z2Z36s9r9oz8BY9UiLocation: Annis Fish Hatchery Preserve;

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01:39:56

2025 NCT HIKE 100, Part 1 | Miles 1-5 | The Challenge...

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/19

Today we begin our first challenge, the North Country Trail HIKE100! Our goal: hike 100 miles on the North Country Trail in 2025. This challenge will be divided across several videos throughout the year. Today, I hike 5 miles towards our goal starting near downtown Rockford, MI and hiking north (from about NCT MI-965 to about MI-962.5 and back).Join me on this challenge!Consider signing up for the HIKE100 challenge: https://northcountrytrail.org/hike-100-challenge/Join my hikes throughout 2025! All

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00:08:41

Unwind. Experience. Discover.

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/15

Today I make a rare appearance in front of the microphone to share a bit more about my channel, my purpose, goals, and dreams! THANK YOU for your continued support and subscriptions. The larger our community grows the more exotic and varied locations we can hike together!I'll be back on the trail for our first CHALLENGE in the next episode! Prefer to see and experience my hikes? Subscribe on YouTube, Benjamin Hikes! https://www.youtube.com/@benjaminhikes FOLLOW ME: Instagram:

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01:09:45

5K Loop at Coffee Creek Preserve, Windy Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/12

My first hike in Indiana! I explore and hike Coffee Creek Preserve in Chesterton, Indiana. This preserve protects 157 acres of wetlands and the 5K loop offers a sample of all that Coffee Creek offers. Today we'll hike over woodland paths, stunning bridges, meandering boardwalks, and lake vistas. Location: Coffee Creek Preserve, Chesterton, Indiana Weather: 36° F / 2.2° C, Windy and Cloudy Difficulty: 2/5 Length: 3.2 miles / 5.1 kilometers Duration: 1 hour and 2 minutes Explore Chesterton,

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00:47:58

Twin Hemlock Loop on the Pine Baron, Snowy Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/08

Today I hike the remaining loop on the Pine Baron Pathway, the Highland Loop! Due to the continued rain, this hike was my most challenging. Who knew hiking in melting snow would be so difficult or painful?Location: Pine Baron Pathway, Gaylord, Michigan Weather: 36° F / 2.2° C, Rainy and Snowy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 2.25 miles / 3.6 kilometers Duration: 45 minutes Explore Gaylord, MI's Pine Baron Pathway: https://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=44&type=SFPW Prefer to

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00:55:37

Highland Loop on the Pine Baron, Snowy/Rainy Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/05

We're back on the Pine Baron Pathway in Gaylord, Michigan! This time, I hike the Highland Loop. When I hiked this trail, rain was just beginning to fall which added a challenge to the softening snow. I still love the look of snow in the forest! Location: Pine Baron Pathway, Gaylord, Michigan Weather: 36° F / 2.2° C, Rainy and Snowy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 2.4 miles / 3.9 kilometers Duration: 35 minutes Explore Gaylord, MI's Pine Baron Pathway:

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00:22:07

Exploring the Sturgeon River Preserve, Snowy Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/02/01

Today we're visiting the Sturgeon River Preserve in Gaylord, Michigan! Although small, this preserve offers truly beautiful views of the Sturgeon River and challenging hikes up and down narrow terrain. For those looking for something more relaxing, the preserve includes a 400 foot boardwalk that features the best river views on the property! Location: Sturgeon River Preserve, Gaylord, Michigan Weather: 36° F / 2.2° C, Rainy and Snowy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 0.7 miles / 1.1 kilometers Duration: 7

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00:39:48

Wandering Green Timbers, Snowy Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/29

On today's hike, we explore a small portion of the Green Timbers trail within Michigan's Pigeon River State Forest! The snow did add some additional difficulty on this hike, but the snowy forest vistas are worth it! The Pigeon River State Forest is known as Michigan's "Big Wild" and is home to the largest Elk population east of the Mississippi River.Location: Pigeon River State Forest, Vanderbilt, Michigan Weather: 30° F / -1.1° C, Snowy and Cloudy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 1.6 miles / 2.6

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00:38:04

Winter Hike on the Relic Pine Loop, Pine Baron Pathway

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/25

Today we're back at Gaylord's Pine Baron Pathway on the Relic Pine Loop! I enjoy the snow on trees and bushes, it feels like a Christmas movie or magical forest.Location: Pine Baron Pathway, Gaylord, Michigan Weather: 30° F / -1.1° C, Snowy and Cloudy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 1.8 miles / 2.9 kilometers Duration: 31 minutes Explore Gaylord, MI's Pine Baron Pathway: https://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=44&type=SFPW Prefer to see and experience my hikes? Subscribe on

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00:51:06

Whoopsy Loop on the Pine Baron, Snowy Winter Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/22

Our first hike in the snow! Today, I hike the Whoopsy Loop on the Pine Baron Pathway in Gaylord, Michigan. The hike was a beautiful hike in a Northern Michigan snowy winter. Location: Pine Baron Pathway, Gaylord, Michigan Weather: 30° F / -1.1° C, Snowy and Cloudy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 2.1 miles / 3.4 kilometers Duration: 37 minutes Explore Gaylord, MI's Pine Baron Pathway: https://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/details.aspx?id=44&type=SFPW Prefer to see and experience my hikes

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00:19:23

TURKEYS on the Woodland Trail, Cloudy Fall Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/18

Today I hike the Woodland Trail at Pickerel Lake Park and see wildlife! An entire flock of turkeys crossed the trail and the camera captured the flock just off the trail. The Woodland Hike is a short walk (though there are quite a bit of hills, up and down), so I continued unto a portion of the Lake Trail. Location: Pickerel Lake Park, Kent County, Michigan Weather: 48° F / 8.9° C, Cloudy Difficulty: 4/5 Length: 0.9 miles / 1.4 kilometers Duration: 13 minutes Explore Kent County, MI's Pickerel

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00:20:12

Sandy Knoll Trail at Pickerel Lake, Cloudy Fall Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/15

Today we hike the Sandy Knoll Trail at Pickerel Lake Park in Kent County, Michigan! This trail traverses stunning highlands, beautiful woodlands, and surprising vistas of lakes and ponds. I even found a curved tree on the trail! Location: Pickerel Lake Park, Kent County, Michigan Weather: 48° F / 8.9° C, Cloudy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 0.9 miles / 1.4 kilometers Duration: 16 minutes Explore Kent County, Michigan's Pickerel Lake Park:

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00:19:37

Larch Swamp Trail at Pickerel Lake, Cloudy Fall Hike

Benjamin Hikes ASMR ·

2025/01/11

Today we explore the Larch Swamp Trail at Pickerel Lake Park in Kent County, Michigan! This trail is a quick hike and I continue unto the Lake Trail at Pickerel Lake Park to round out today's video. This trail features a stunning boardwalk through a wetland area and the foggy weather added an eerie atmosphere that was fun to experience. Location: Pickerel Lake Park, Kent County, Michigan Weather: 48° F / 8.9° C, Cloudy Difficulty: 3/5 Length: 0.8 miles / 1.3 kilometers Duration: 14

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