• 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

    • Frisco, Colorado

      Rainbow Lake via Tenmile Recreation Path

      5.0
      3.24 mi / 322 ft gain
      You can do this hike two different ways:  1- Start from the Peaks Trail Trailhead to Rainbow Lake for an out and back hike, distance is a little over 2 miles roundtrip.  2- Start along the Summit County Recreational Trail (as marked on this map), also out and back hike, total distance just over...
      Read more
    • Franconia, New Hampshire

      Little Haystack Mountain via Falling Waters Trail

      4.0
      5.86 mi / 3020.34 ft gain
      Falling Waters Trail takes you up to the summit of Little Haystack Mountain, and Mount Lincoln and Mount Lafayette if you continue to the Franconia Ridge Trail / Appalachian Trail, then over to Old Bridle Path. Also along Falling Waters Trail are stunning waterfalls. The most popular one is Clou...
      Read more
    • Brian Head, Utah

      Hike Ramparts Trail via Spectra Point

      5.0
      4 mi
      To call this place "breathtaking" would not do it justice. The rusty red, orange, purple colors of million-year-old rock erosion are otherworldly, something you'd imagine on Mars. The Indians named Cedar Breaks the "Circle of Painted Cliffs," and when you see this brilliantly colored coliseum you...
      Read more
    • Aspen, Colorado

      Ski or Snowboard the Burnt Mountain Glades of Snowmass

      5.0
      3.5 mi
      This is part of the Aspen Snowmass Ski area so you'll have to buy a ski pass to take the lift up, or if you're up for a bigger workout, put some skins on and trek up to the top of Elk Camp. The easiest way to get there is to take the Elk Camp gondola to the Elk Camp lift. Once at the top of the l...
      Read more
    • Mono County, California

      Rock Climbing at Clark Canyon

      5.0
      Good quality volcanic tuff? That may somewhat of a contradiction, but nevertheless, Clark Canyon is indeed one of the best pocketed playgrounds in the Mammoth area.Be advised, however, that it is a little tricky getting there, and in certain spots you may need high clearance (a Prius won't make i...
      Read more
    • Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania

      Hike to Indian Ladder Falls Along Hornbecks Creek

      3.5
      2 mi / 400 ft gain
      For some time, the trail was eroded above the first falls on Hornbecks Creek, not allowing hikers to access the creek's upper falls if they were coming upstream from Route 209. I am writing this in June 2017 and that is no longer the case! You can hike from Rt. 209 all the way up the creek to Eme...
      Read more
    • Lisle, Illinois

      Hike the Morton Arboretum's Main Trail Loops

      5 mi / 0 ft gain
      The Morton Arboretum is located off of Route 53 in Lisle, IL. The arboretum spans both the east and west sides of the road. Head to the east side of the park to access the Main Trail Loops. Visitors have to pay a small fee to enter the arboretum ($14 April through November, $9 December through Ma...
      Read more
    • Peshastin, Washington

      Hike Sauer’s Mountain

      4.0
      6 mi / 2000 ft gain
      Sauer’s Mountain is one of those well defined, moderate, and rewarding hikes that give you just the right amount of views for the effort, but the real treat is catching the wildflower bloom in mid-May. The trailhead is located on private property. Start by parking along the private drive and walk...
      Read more
    • Truckee, California

      Cross-Country Ski to Drifter Hut

      3.0
      9.6 mi / 980 ft gain
      Set out from the Tahoe Donner Cross Country center in Truckee at 6,650 feet elevation. Day passes range from $12 to $34, depending on time of day and skier age, and provide access to over 100 kilometers of groomed trails. Leaving the day lodge, there are multiple options for skiing up to Drifter ...
      Read more
    • Jenner, California

      Camp at Salt Point State Park

      4.7
      Camping at Salt Point Sate Park is a dream. You have your choice of camping by the sea at Gerstle Cove campground, or tucked up into the forest at the Woodside campground…and you can’t go wrong with either choice. The rugged and beautiful coastline here is a popular destination for abalone divin...
      Read more
    • Palm Springs, California

      Scramble Cornell Peak

      3.5 mi / 1000 ft gain
      Entering Mt San Jacinto State Park via the Palm Springs Aerial Tram is one of the easiest ways to get into the wilderness area.  Purchase your ticket and ride to the station where you'll be able to walk out the backdoor and onto the trail. In order to get to Cornell, your route finding skills wil...
      Read more
    • Laurel, Delaware

      Camp at Trap Pond State Park

      Camp within the enchanting forest of Trap Pond State Park and explore the northernmost natural grove of baldcypress trees on the east coast. Be sure to take out a kayak or canoe and paddle among the ancient baldcypress swamp to discover native birds, turtles, wildflowers, and other incredible spe...
      Read more
    • Hume, California

      Camp at Sunset Campground in Kings Canyon National Park

      Sunset Campground is minutes away from the King's Canyon National Park entrance. There are a total of 150 sites (2 group campsites) at this campground which can be reserved here. There are several bathroom, water faucets and even an amphitheater. Each campsite comes with a bear locker, picnic tab...
      Read more
    • Shorewood, Wisconsin

      Explore Atwater Park

      0.5 mi / 200 ft gain
      One of Milwaukee's truly hidden gems, this beach is right off of Capitol Drive and approximately 50 stairs down from the bluffs to the shoreline!  You can park anywhere on the road (Lake Drive) and be a short walk to the main overlook. This beach has many jetties that go out into the water which ...
      Read more
    • Blairsville, Georgia

      Bear Hair Gap Trail Loop

      4.5
      3.95 mi / 935 ft gain
      Vogel State Park is one of the many beautifully preserved wilderness parks of Northern Georgia. With a stunning alpine lake and 17 miles of trails, you cannot go wrong. The Bear Hair Trail is the perfect mid-distance option that will reward you with both great views of the lake from a high vantag...
      Read more
    • Ellwood City, Pennsylvania

      Hike to Slippery Rock Creek from Hell's Hollow

      5.0
      4.6 mi
      This nicely groomed trail starts at Hell's Hollow and branches off to the left. The trails total length is 24 miles long, but we chose to start off slow and go with an out and back just to the creek. This is a 2.3 mile hike one way which also has some steep inclines and a few switch backs.The sta...
      Read more