• United States
  • 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.

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    • Durango, Colorado

      Engineer Mountain via Cold Bank Pass

      5.0
      5.85 mi / 2293 ft gain
      We were vacationing in the San Juan Mountains for 2 weeks.  A local resident suggested the hike as a great place to see wildflowers. The "Engineer Mountain" sounded a bit too technical to be a scenic hike but we decided to hike like a local and this was one of the best hikes we did in 2 weeks. Ac...
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    • Mackinac Island, Michigan

      Bike around Mackinac Island

      4.0
      8.05 mi / 115 ft gain
      Mackinac Island is accessible only by ferry, and there are no cars allowed on the island. While you can rent bikes over there, we opted to bring ours along on the Star Line ferry. Super easy and we had no problems! Lake Shore Boulevard, or State Highway M-185, wraps around the entire island and ...
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    • North Bend, Washington

      Upper Wildcat Lake

      1.0
      14.43 mi / 4370 ft gain
      Although this hike is possible if you’re looking for an all-day training hike, it’s much more enjoyable if it’s an overnight backpacking trip. Head up the trail past Snow Lake toward Gem Lake. En route to Snow Lake will be a little crowded, but should lighten significantly as you continue hiking...
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    • Riverside County, California

      San Jacinto Peak via Marion Mountain Trailhead

      11.25 mi / 4505 ft gain
      San Jacinto Peak is the second highest peak in Southern California which sits at 10,833'. There are several trails to summit San Jacinto, but Marion Mountain is the shortest but also a tough one. You will start the hike at an elevation of 6300' and continuously climb 4500' in less than 6 miles. ...
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    • Independence, California

      Rae Lakes via Glen and Kearsarge Passes

      5.0
      26.02 mi / 7106 ft gain
      The hike starts at Onion Valley campground and includes a good deal of elevation (two passes around 12,000 feet). You start climbing at the outset, and keep climbing for the first couple of hours before hitting Kearsarge Pass. Here you begin a long descent, then traverse above some beautiful lake...
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    • Fort Ann, New York

      Shelving Rock Mountain

      3.09 mi / 581 ft gain
      The trailhead for Shelving Rock Mountain has enough room for about five cars but additional parking can be found on the road leading to it. Be sure to sign the log book and begin the hike by passing around the "stop" car barrier. The trail starts off following a small stream (on your right) but ...
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    • Moose, Wyoming

      Hike to Bradley Lake

      5.58 mi / 715 ft gain
      So the hike starts out at Taggart Lake Trailhead ( 6625') and the highest point on the trail is (7022'). Follow this trail all the way along the stream to your left. You will go through a pretty dense forest for a bit, this area can get wet and muddy depending on the season so equip yourself acco...
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    • El Prado, New Mexico

      Manby Hot Springs

      2.3
      1.5 mi / 300 ft gain
      NOTE: The Hot Springs are on private property and are no longer accessible to the public.  The Basics: Hot springs abound in the Taos area. From the all-inclusive (and expensive) Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort to free, primitive hot springs like this one or neighboring Black Rock Hot Spr...
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    • Hampton, Tennessee

      Laurel Fork Falls via Dennis Cove

      4.6
      2.43 mi / 449 ft gain
      From Hampton, Tennessee, take US-321S for about 3.5 miles. Turn right onto Dennis Cove Road and travel for 4 miles on this steep and very curvy mountain road.  The trailhead is where the Appalachian Trail (AT) crosses the road at a small gravel lot on the left.  Take the AT north on the trail le...
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    • Nederland, Colorado

      Drive the Peak to Peak Highway

      4.5
      55 mi / 705 ft gain
      The Peak to Peak Highway is a 55-mile stretch of road that winds its way from Nederland to Estes Park (or Estes Park to Nederland). This road connects to many points of exploration, Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and Rocky Mountain National Park to name a couple, but the drive itself is an adventur...
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    • Kern County, California

      Remington Ridge Trail

      11.45 mi / 3927 ft gain
      To get to the trailhead, take Highway 178 and turn onto Borel Road, then turn onto Kern Canyon Road and follow the road. It might be easiest to put the Hot Springs into Google Maps and use that to navigate you to the parking lot. Park in the lot and walk across the road, where you'll see a sign l...
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    • Leadville, Colorado

      Mountain Bike the Colorado Trail near Mount Elbert

      This is the way to see fall colors if you're into empty trails and endorphins. Grind up the trail starting from South Elbert Trailhead. You'll turn right onto the Colorado Trail at .3 miles and stay here for as long as you like, or 7.3 miles to the Mount Elbert Trailhead. Turn around and go back ...
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    • Pacific Crest Trail, Washington

      Summit Black Peak

      5.0
      10 mi / 4400 ft gain
      Starting at the Heather-Maple Pass Loop Trailhead, jump onto the trail that will take you counter-clockwise along the loop. After about 1.25 miles, you will come to a split in the trail, take the right path and continue for just under a mile until you reach Heather Pass. Off to the right there ar...
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    • Brinnon, Washington

      Dose Forks Campground via Dosewallips River Road

      15.63 mi / 1854 ft gain
      The Dose Forks Campground is an overlooked campsite deep within the Olympic National Park, making it a perfect weekend camping destination. A mild, 7.5 mile (one-way) trail delivers you to this enchanting area and is a must for those who love photographing forests. There are no reservation requir...
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    • Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

      Tubbs Hill

      4.6
      2 mi / 325 ft gain
      Looking for a short adventure hike on a road trip or a beach to hang out at for a weekend? Tubbs Hill features a 2 mile loop trail that winds along the shoreline of Lake Coeur d'Alene and through an Inland Northwest pine forest. You will see wildlife such as deer, squirrel, and many wildflowers...
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    • South Bloomingville, Ohio

      Ash Cave

      5.0
      0.51 mi / 69 ft gain
      Getting to Ash Cave is extremely easy with a short half-mile loop hike from the parking area; there's also a rim trail above the cave that adds 90 feet of elevation and some extra distance. The cave is great for relaxing in the shade during a hot day, enjoying a spring picnic, or grabbing some im...
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