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    Looking for the best photography in United States? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around United States. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top Photography Spots in and near United States

    • 59178 Ke Nui Road, Hawaii

      'Ehukai Pillbox

      4.0
      2.38 mi / 607 ft gain
      This hike starts directly across from Banzai Pipeline, the famous barreling wave at Ehukai Beach.  It only takes half an hour to get to the pillbox so it's a great hike to do at sunset but bring a headlamp.  IF you don't hike at sunset it's still an incredibly beautiful hike with views of Pipelin...
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    • Winthrop, Washington

      Hike to Easy Pass

      5.0
      7.81 mi / 2844 ft gain
      If you're looking for a beautiful fall hike with breathtaking views and acres of golden larches, this is it. This trail provides a good workout along with miles of photogenic scenery, including glacier views at the top, making the climb well worth the effort. Easy Pass is also (arguably) one of t...
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    • Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

      Gibbon Falls

      4.0
      Gibbon Falls is a stunning, 84-foot waterfall in Yellowstone National Park. The falls are located just off the side of the Yellowstone Grand Loop Road, between Madison Junction and Norris Junction, making it a great place to stop and stretch your legs. There is a pullout with easy parking and inf...
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    • Kernville, California

      Dispersed Camp along Salmon Creek in Sequoia NF

      There are several dispersed campsites found throughout the Sequoia National Forest. The majority can be found by driving on any of the OHV accessible roads. This particular campsite can be found at coordinates 35.89759, -118.4628. In order to get to the campsite, use Google Maps to get you to the...
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    • Cutler, Maine

      Fairy Head Loop

      5.0
      9.31 mi / 1282.81 ft gain
      Cutler Coast Loop: Maine's Bold Coast Backpacking Adventure The Cutler Coast Loop delivers a 9.6-mile backpacking adventure along Maine's legendary Bold Coast—dramatic 100-foot cliffs plunging to rocky beaches, endless Atlantic views, and five primitive campsites perched on the ocean where you'l...
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    • Tulare County, California

      Sugar Bowl Loop

      4.5
      6.46 mi / 1916 ft gain
      First and foremost, to get to this trailhead you need to drive down a 2-mile, one lane dirt road that is quite steep. It is highly recommended you do this in an AWD or 4WD vehicle, especially since the road can be muddy from snowmelt or after a recent rain. We have a 2WD car but used chains for e...
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    • Sunset, South Carolina

      Hike to Twin Falls, SC

      5.0
      1 mi / 0 ft gain
      Once you get to the destination there should be a small parking area. At the end of this parking area you will see the start of the Twin Falls trail that will be mostly a flat walk. Follow this trail approximately 0.5 miles  to the falls. You will know you are in the right place if the creek is r...
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    • Huntsville, Texas

      Swim in the Blue Lagoon

      3.0
      Just north of Huntsville and Houston, Texas, the Blue Lagoon is the perfect place to cool off and watch the sunlight reflect off the water. There is also a great opportunity to walk through the wooded area behind the  lake and take some pictures of the trees and the water. This is really a lovely...
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    • Hanna, Utah

      Hike to Cuberant Lake

      6 mi / 1066 ft gain
      The hike to Cuberant Lake is 3-miles with a couple of steeper sections, but for the most part, it is a flat hike. From the Pass Lake Trailhead, you will head west on the Lofty Lake Loop Trail. On this part of the trail, you pass through meadows with Bald and Reid Peaks in the background, which is...
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    • Granite Falls, Washington

      Hike to Perry Creek Falls & Mount Forgotten Meadows

      11.5 mi / 3700 ft gain
      Most visitors park at this trailhead to hike Dickerman Mountain.  Until this spring, so did I.  However, don't overlook this stunning valley hike to Perry Creek, Mount Forgotten Meadows, and the scramble up Mount Forgotten!Begin this hike on the Perry Creek trail, which begins on the far left sid...
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    • Ashford, Washington

      Climb Little Tahoma/East Shoulder

      17 mi / 7450 ft gain
      Start from the Summer Land Trail Head at the Fryingpan Creek parking lot just West of the White River Ranger Station in Mount Rainier National Park. Beginning at an elevation of 3,800 feet, you'll head southeast along the Summer Land Trail for 4.5 miles, tracing the Fryingpan Creek. There are a f...
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    • Green River, Utah

      Hike Lower Black Box Canyon

      10 mi / -300 ft gain
      It takes some commitment to get to the trailhead, but it’s worth it. After several dirt roads, follow a rocky 4X4 road for about 10 miles to the trailhead. Sunscreen up and walk down the path to an open wash. This wash runs into the San Rafael River. At the river, check the flow, it should be bel...
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    • Sedona, Arizona

      Sedona Wind Caves

      0.52 mi / 89 ft gain
      These beautiful caves are located mid-way through a short 0.5 mile hike, rated moderate.  And if you weren’t looking, you would never know they were there…  note that they are before the end of the trail, on the right as you hike. The caves are well trafficked, so if you go, make sure to go earl...
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    • Clyde, North Carolina

      Photograph the Smokies from Buzzards Roost

      This is an awesome place to check out if you are driving Interstate 40 or if you are visiting the area for awhile. The access point for Buzzards Roost is located on the same exit as the well known Max Patch Mountain, just in the other direction. Once off the exit, you will travel down a gravel Fo...
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    • Ferndale, California

      Night Photography at Devil's Gate, Lost Coast

      This section of the Lost Coast resides in between Capetown and Petrolia, CA. Entering "Lost Coast California" into Google Maps or a GPS should take you to the road you will need to be on. About 2 miles south of the Location marker the GPS gives you, just past Durr Creek, you should arrive at Devi...
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    • Colorado Springs, Colorado

      Hike to Blodgett Peak

      3.0
      4.5 mi / 2325 ft gain
      Getting There Google Maps + "Blodgett Peak Open Space"= Easy Peasy. The parking lot only accommodates 11 cars with a one of those reserved for handicap.  A port-a-potty is the only facility available at the trail head, so plan accordingly. The Hike Starting out at about 7,000 feet the first mile ...
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