United States
The variety of ecosystems and adventures in the United States is truly remarkable. Whether you're looking to hit the beach, the mountains, the desert, or jump in the car and road-trip it all, the USA has adventure for everyone.
Top Spots in and near United States
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Moab, Utah
Hike the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Trail
5.01 mi / 50 ft gainThis short trail is located off Mill Canyon rd about 15 minutes north of Moab. A short walk from the parking area leads to an established interpretive trail with signage of where to look for the fossils and a description of what type of dinosaur they belong to. Several different types of dinosau...Read more -
1091-1111 Elklick Road, Kentucky
Hike to Hickory Flats Firetower
5.01.2 mi / 435 ft gainTo find the starting point navigate straight to the marker pin. At the end of the paved road, a gravel road will start. Just a couple hundred feet up the gravel road on the left there is a gate. Park infront of the gate (not in the road). Vehicles are not permitted but the Daniel Boone National F...Read more -
Oljato-Monument Valley, Arizona
Hunts Mesa at Monument Valley
/ 1200 ft gainNote: A guide is recommended to take you on a tour of Hunts Mesa. Guide information can be found on NavajoNationParks.Org. Though there are many unique viewpoints from within and around Monument Valley, none is as grand as the view from Hunts Mesa! Not easily accessible, the only way to get to ...Read more -
Delta, Alabama
Cave Creek/Pinhoti Trail Loop
6.78 mi / 1024 ft gainThe Cave Creek Trail is a very comfortable, three-mile trail with some amazing views and relatively little elevation gain. At roughly two miles along the trail, you’ll come to a rocky overlook facing the south. This area provides a nice place to stop and rest or even eat a nice picnic lunch. Roug...Read more -
Ojai, California
Piedra Blanca Formations
5.05.41 mi / 860 ft gainThese white sandstone formations, splitting out of the forest, are a worthwhile sight as you climb up to gain a great vantage point of the valley. Spend some time exploring the rocks - the nooks & crannies are full of surprises. You can turn this into an overnighter by staying at the campgrou...Read more -
Crystal Crane Hot Springs, Oregon
Crystal Crane Hot Springs
5.0There are six pools at Crystal Crane, including the well-maintained 100-foot diameter soaking pool, which is kept at 102 degrees ($3.50 day fee), and a number of private tubs ($7.50/hr). You can stay overnight in private cabins, or use the RV and tent camping sites. You'll have access to plenty ...Read more -
Thurmont, Maryland
Cat Rock via Old Misery Trail
3.02.89 mi / 797 ft gainThe best place to park is on Catoctin Hollow Road in the parking lot that's on the same side of the road as the lake. It's not a huge lot but we were here mid-summer around 10 am and found a spot easily. The trailhead is on the other side of the street from this parking lot; there is a sign letti...Read more -
Moab, Utah
Hike to Castleton Tower
5.04 mi / 300 ft gainCastleton Tower is a popular destination for rock climbing when in the Moab area. However, if you are not a rock climbing, you can still enjoy the scenery of the tower and the surrounding desert. Located on BLM land, there are several access trails off the La Sal Loop road. You can't miss the tow...Read more -
South Lake Tahoe, California
Camp at Fallen Leaf Lake
5.0Fallen Leaf Lake is truly one of the more beautiful places in California. Separated from Lake Tahoe by just a one-mile strip of land, it feels worlds away from the crowds and fuss. The campground has over 200 sites that can be reserved here. There are endless hikes nearby including Mount Tallac a...Read more -
Golden, Colorado
Mount Galbraith Loop via Cedar Gulch
5.04.51 mi / 1395.01 ft gainStarting at roughly 6,000 ft. this hike will take you to the Mount Galbraith Loop Trail that circles the summit of the Mountain which peaks at 7,247 ft. Getting there is very simple, from State Highway 93, take Golden Gate Canyon Road west approximately 1.5 miles to the parking area and trailhe...Read more -
Roseland, Virginia
Photograph Devils Knob Overlook
4.5Located next to Wintergreen Resort, Devils Knob is super easy to get to and has an amazing 180 degree panoramic view. Looking Southwest over the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this 3,800 foot overlook had a great view of Three Ridge Mountain and the Priest. Located on Devils Kno...Read more -
Chelan, Washington
Mountain Bike Echo Ridge
Designed for cross country skiing, this trail system brings together the perfect amount of ups and downs for summer mountain biking. Generally flowy with a handful of steeper pitches, the area can be ridden in any number of loops or connections.Looking for an epic ride? Bike to the trailhead from...Read more -
Munising, Michigan
Munising Falls
4.50.37 mi / 72 ft gainMunising Falls is a 50' falls located inside the city limits of Munising. The trail to the waterfall is directly outside the visitor center and makes for a quick and easy hike after stopping by to pick up a permit or check in with a ranger. The paved trail is cool and shaded as it follows a cre...Read more -
Canyon, Texas
Rock Garden Trail
4.74.98 mi / 942 ft gainOf all the trails in Palo Duro Canyon, the Rock Garden is arguably the most challenging, the most strenuous, and – not coincidentally – rewards hikers with the best views of the canyon. It is a five-mile round-trip hike with a rigorous incline, and is the only trail in the park that takes hikers ...Read more -
Yosemite Village, California
El Capitan Meadow
5.0After entering the park, keep driving the loop until you get onto Northside Drive, and then park once you are right below El Capitan (the 3,000ft granite monolith that is very hard to miss). Once you've parked, grab a blanket, snacks, and a beverage. With these items in hand, walk over to the ea...Read more -
White Haven, Pennsylvania
Choke Creek Falls
5.01.45 mi / 128 ft gainHiking to Choke Creek Falls is easy! The hike down to the waterfall is less than a mile and the payoff is a scenic two story waterfall. From the curve in Phelps Road, take the gated forest road downhill about 1/3 of a mile to a clearing. From here, the trails splits. Take the trail to the right,...Read more