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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North Bend, Washington
Sport Climbing at Exit 38, Deception Crags Area
4.0Sport Climbing at Exit 38, the Deception Crags Area, is an amazing area to climb within 1/2 hour drive of downtown Seattle. It is an amazing resource for climbers living in Seattle, as during the spring, summer, and fall, it can be reached quickly afterwork, with minimal traffic.There are 5 disti...Read more -
Cammal, Pennsylvania
Hike the Golden Eagle Trail
5.09.2 mi / 4382 ft gainThe Golden Eagle Trail, otherwise known as the GET, is a challenging day hike north of Cammal, Pennsylvania. Hikers have the option of taking the loop clockwise although most would say counter-clockwise is the best. The climb to the first summit, which is the most challenging, brings hikers throu...Read more -
Chico, California
Hike the Yahi Trail in Upper Bidwell Park
7.9 mi / 836 ft gainTo start this hike, find parking at Bidwell Park Parking Area E, near the Chico Rod and Gun Club. From there walk a short ways down Upper Park Road. You will see the sign for the Yahi Trail trailhead on the right. From here, simply follow the trail along the river. A reminder to those with dogs, ...Read more -
Rogers, Kentucky
Rock Climb Tectonic Wall in Muir Valley
Directions to Muir Valley (from Miguel's Pizza)Drive south on KY 11 for 6.3 miles. Turn left onto KY 715. Stay on this road for 2.7 miles. Turn right onto road 2016. Stay on this road for 1.4 miles. Keep an eye out for a carpet store on your right. Once you pass the carpet store, the road will st...Read more -
Glenbrook, Nevada
Stand Up Paddle Board Zephyr Cove
Zephyr Cove on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe is a fantastic starting point for a host of water sports and activities and given the protected nature of the cove, a great place to do stand up paddle board. Depending on the time of year and the water level on the northern end of the beach there ar...Read more -
Auburn, California
Rock Climb at the Quarry
5.02.6 mi / 800 ft gainMany thanks to the Climbing Resource Advocates for Greater Sacramento (CRAGS) and the Access Fund for their hard work in re-opening this location to make it climbing-legal. Where to Park:Put in "Parking lot for the Quarry Trail, California 193, Auburn, CA 95603"This is the designated parking lot ...Read more -
Homestead, Florida
Clubhouse Beach via Flamingo Marina
4.015.86 mi / 96.68 ft gainPaddle 7.5 miles across Florida Bay to Clubhouse Beach, a primitive sand-and-marl beach backed by lime-green coastal prairie and mangrove forests in Everglades National Park. This 15-mile roundtrip is the closest backcountry campsite to Flamingo Marina—rangers recommend it for first-time backcoun...Read more -
Carbondale, Colorado
Camp at Prince Creek
3.0From Colorado State Highway 82, turn south onto Highway 133 (toward Carbondale). Continue south past the Carbondale Main Street roundabout. After two miles, turn East onto Prince Creek Road. Follow this four miles to where the pavement ends. After passing through a cattle gate, BLM land lines the...Read more -
New Orleans, Louisiana
Photograph the Tree of Life In Audubon Park
5.0The Tree of Life as the Locals call it, is an iconic staple of the Uptown New Orleans area. Families have been climbing, swinging and getting married under this beautiful tree's canopy for years. The tree is estimated to be nearly 500 years old and the tree limbs even touch the ground as Spanish ...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Slide Rock & Clifftop Trail Loop
4.61.42 mi / 201.33 ft gainThis beautiful State Park, which is the original location of the Pendley Homestead, is a historic apple farm (the apple trees are still there!). This is a favorite stop for families in the summertime, so if you come then, make sure to arrive early. It’s common to find throngs of people in the cr...Read more -
Bayfield, Wisconsin
Kayak to the Mainland Sea Caves
5.0GETTING THERE Start your paddle from Meyer’s Beach just off of Highway 13. There is a $5 fee to park in the lot at Meyer’s Beach. At the parking lot there is an area to unload your gear near the stairs that lead to the lake, down which you will need to carry your boat & gear. The area is usua...Read more -
Colton, Washington
Rock Climbing at Granite Point
4.0Right off the Wawawai River Road, Granite Point is an incredibly accessible climbing spot for those in the Pullman, Washington or Moscow, Idaho area. A mere minute hike from the car to the climbing spot makes it very easy to bring all of your gear. Hiking from the bottom of the rock to the top, t...Read more -
Bartlett, New Hampshire
Cathedral Ledge
4.00.31 mi / 95 ft gainDuring spring, summer and fall there is a road that allows you to drive to the top of Cathedral Ledge. In winter the road is closed off to vehicles so reaching the top requires a 1.7 mile hike. Once at the top, there is a fenced in lookout with a 180 degree view of North Conway and the surroundin...Read more -
Salado Canyon Trail, New Mexico
Hike the Salado Canyon Trail
3.4 mi / 307 ft gainFairly easy trail on an old railroad bed. The trail is not steep and has nice scenery. The waterfall is sall but scenic, it is nice to see soe running water in the desert.Read more -
Alliance, Ohio
Hike Nelson Kennedy Ledges
5.01.5 mi / 40 ft gainStarting at the the parking lot off of OH SR 282, cross the road and you'll arrive at the base of the conglomerate cliffs that give the park its name. From there, follow the blue blazed trail to get the best views and overall experience of the park. The blue blazed trail follows the base of the c...Read more -
Wahiawa, Hawaii
Poamoho Ridge Trail
7.08 mi / 1877 ft gainAccess: There are two options for accessing the trailhead: (1) Get a permit from the Division of Forestry and Wildlife Oahu so you can drive the 6-mile dirt road to the true trailhead. The permit provides you car access through the locked gate and is only available on weekends and holidays. You...Read more