• 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.

    Top Spots in and near United States

    • Augusta, Georgia

      Wetland Trail and Beaver Dam Loop

      5.0
      2.02 mi / 259.84 ft gain
      Phinizy offers miles of nature trails around the swamp and an expansive wooden boardwalk that allows visitors to walk the 100 meters across the swampy water. If you get lucky, you may see some of the resident beavers, alligators, and bobcats in their natural habitats. The narrow trails through th...
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    • Harrison, Arkansas

      Paige Falls and Broadwater Hollow Falls

      5.0
      0.37 mi / 46 ft gain
      Although there is no official trailhead, Paige and Broadwater Hollow Falls can be accessed off of NC 2660 in Compton, Arkansas.  Once on NC 2660, head straight down this rugged gravel road for approximately 2 miles.  Soon you’ll reach a sharp bend to the left with a small parking area just before...
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    • Paradise, Michigan

      Lower Tahquamenon Falls

      5.0
      0.97 mi / 59 ft gain
      The waterfall is only a short stroll from the parking lot but is well worth the stop. It drops over 50ft and is 200ft wide. A stunning, powerful flow. The obvious 'Rootbeer' color comes from tannic acid produced by decaying hemlocks, cedars, and spruces along the river's banks. There are various ...
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    • Tybee Island, Georgia

      Cockspur Island Lighthouse from Fort Pulaski

      4.3
      1.65 mi / 69 ft gain
      The Lighthouse Trail starts at the visitors center at Fort Pulaski. You can take your time and go inside the fort and learn about its history before you start to journey down the 1.7 mile trail to the lighthouse. This is a very easy trail that is suited for just about anyone. You will be walking ...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Snowshoe to Emerald Lake

      4.6
      3.6 mi / 605 ft gain
      Snowshoeing to Emerald Lake was completely different from hiking the trail during summer. Instead of hiking around Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake, I was able to go straight across them (check the ice to make sure it's thick enough to support your weight). Rocky Mountain National Park's...
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    • Lincoln, Montana

      Hike the Continental Divide Trail via Roger Pass

      2.33 mi / 665 ft gain
      After driving over Rogers Pass more times than I can count, we finally made it a point to stop and check out the Continental Divide Trail No. 440 -- glad we did. If you've driven the pass, you've seen the trail head about 66 miles west of Great Falls -- the wooden stairs off the right side of th...
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    • Buena Vista, Colorado

      Camp at Mt. Elbert Forebay Reservoir

      5.0
      At the base of Mt. Elbert there are three campgrounds. One is a National Forest campground - you have to pay for a spot and it is closed from October-May. The other two are first-come, first-serve free campground areas. As you drive past the south trailhead, right before the reservoir, there is a...
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    • Ashford, Washington

      Hike Dege Peak in Mount Rainier National Park

      5.0
      3.5 mi / 600 ft gain
      While most hikers who park at the Sunrise Visitor Center head west to get closer to the peak of Mount Rainier, heading east will take you away from the crowds while still providing incredible views. Starting from the parking lot, head north up a set of stairs. When you reach the split in the tra...
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    • Williamsport, Pennsylvania

      Backpack the Old Logger's Path

      5.0
      27 mi
      The Old Logger's Path follows abandoned logging roads in a loop through the Loyalsock State Forest. There are multiple places to join the trail, but most people start in the ghost town of Masten, PA.Highlights include Rock Run, noted by many as the most beautiful steam in Pennsylvania. Vistas alo...
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    • Marion, North Carolina

      Hike the Rock Jock Trail

      6 mi / 700 ft gain
      One of the first things I noticed when researching this hike was the conflicting information regarding finding the trail head, length of the hike, and the hike's correct route. Hopefully, as of September 2017, this report will contain the most up-to-date information currently available. To find t...
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    • Gatlinburg, Tennessee

      Clingman’s Dome via Newfound Gap

      4.7
      16.17 mi / 3632 ft gain
      This route to Clingmans Dome is available throughout the year. But during the winter months from December 1 through March 31, the 7-mile Clingman’s Dome Road that branches off Highway 441 at Newfound Gap, stays closed. This means the usual drive to the parking area located just a half mile below ...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Magnificent 7 Trail

      22.12 mi / 2254 ft gain
      The Mag 7 a relatively new mountain bike route in 2012 that parallels Gemini Bridge road where the trail begins. The trail consists of 4 sections, Bull Run, Arth's Corner, Little Cyn, Gold Bar and Gold Bar Rim. Everyone is talking about this route and it is all great. I have to agree. This will b...
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    • Trinity Center, California

      Stuart Fork to Alpine Lake

      16 mi / 4265 ft gain
      Nestled in the heights of the Trinity Alps, this hike to Alpine Lake is not for the faint of heart. Before embarking on this adventure call the Weaverville Ranger station to check snow levels as well as the flow of the Stuart Fork River. If you are too early in the summer season the snowpack wi...
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    • Montgomery Village, Maryland

      Hike the Seneca Creek Greenway Trail Upper Section

      5.0
      14.86 mi / 836 ft gain
      Park in the lot off of Watkins Mill Road to access the trail. This hike is dog friendly and is accessible from March until November. 
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    • Lakeshore, California

      Backpack to Crater Lake, Sierra National Forest

      5.0
      8.4 mi / 2100 ft gain
      Starting at Lake Florence, this hike starts out with a climb up and keeps this up over the next 3 miles. After about 3 miles of climbing you reach another lake, Dutch Lake which provides shade and a nice place to rest. From there it's a relatively flat 1.2 miles in to your destination. Once at Cr...
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    • Park City, Utah

      Hike Quarry Mountain in Park City

      2.2 mi / 740 ft gain
      The Quarry Mountain trail is a less-traveled option than the Iron Mountain trail in Park City offering unique views of McPolin Farm to the west, Kimball Junction and Old Ranch Road to the north, Park City to the south, and Promontory Ranch to the East. The trail starts at the McPolin Farm parking...
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