• 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

    • Cleveland, South Carolina

      Raven Cliff Falls

      4.5
      7.76 mi / 2185 ft gain
      Location: From the intersection of US276 & SC11, head Northwest on US276.  Drive to the top of the mountain, 1 mile past the visitor's center, and The Raven Cliff Falls Parking Area and trail head will be on your right.  After parking in the Raven Cliff Falls Parking Area, the trailhead is l...
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    • Keystone, South Dakota

      Hike to Ingersoll Abandoned Mine

      2.5
      0.5 mi / 4990 ft gain
      Drive into Keystone, take a right on Old Hill City Road, drive for a little over two miles, you'll pass both Kemp's Kamp and the K Bar S Lodge, and look for Echo Valley Dr. on your left. As soon as you pass Echo Valley Dr, keep your eyes out for a pull off on the right. Once you get to the trailh...
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    • Fort Collins, Colorado

      Catch a Sunset at Bingham Hill Park

      Bingham Hill Park sits on the northern terminus of the main hogsback/ridgeline that makes up the eastern wall of the Horsetooth Reservoir, just off the eponymously named Bingham Hill Road and minutes from downtown Fort Collins.From the top you look out over the Front Range, The Poudre River, Arth...
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    • Munising, Michigan

      Grand Island Loop

      3.0
      20.63 mi / 1309 ft gain
      Located in Munising, MI, Grand Island National Recreation Area is a part of the Hiawatha National Forest. While this section of the Upper Peninsula is known for Pictured Rocks National Park, many people fail to see or check out Grand Island. Secluded by ferry access, the island features 12 backpa...
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    • Minturn, Colorado

      Backpack the High Alpine Seven Sisters Lake Chain

      12 mi / 1000 ft gain
      This lake chain is in a spectacular, undeveloped bowl of jagged and rugged mountain goodness located in the Holy Cross Wilderness Area. This hidden gem is easily accessible and, to my amazement, it is relatively unheard of even among many locals. More wonderful perks included in this backpacking ...
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    • Twin Bridges, California

      Climb Knapsack Crack & Deception at Lover's Leap

      If you're just getting into outdoor climbing, it can be pretty daunting. There are so many amazing routes and so much to be worried about. Plus, you need a partner you trust to put the work in with you. To start, read a book or two, and if you can, work with a guide once or twice to make sure you...
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    • Paso Robles, California

      Hike the Shoreline Trail

      1.0
      5.5 mi / 1100 ft gain
      The Shoreline Trail on Lake Nacimiento near Paso Robles, CA is a 5.6 mile trail used for hiking and trail running and located near Lake Nacimiento Resort. To get there, from Highway 101 take the 24th street exit in Paso Robles west till it turns into Lake Nacimiento Drive. Lake Nacimiento Drive w...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Hike Hunters Canyon

      5.0
      3 mi / 164 ft gain
      The hike into Hunters Canyon is extremely easy going. You can do the hike year round, but the further into summer you are, the hotter the canyon will be.  This is a great beginner hike as it has very little elevation gain. It's also perfect for dogs, thanks to the stream that allows for frequent ...
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    • Ketchum, Idaho

      Alice Lake, Twin Lake, Edith Lake Loop

      21.85 mi / 3996 ft gain
      Alice Lake, Twin Lake, Edith Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you near multiple alpine lakes located near Stanley, Idaho. Check the Forest Service website for updated permit and camping information in the area. 
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    • Port Austin, Michigan

      Kayak Sea Caves on the Broken Rocks Trail

      Your paddle begins at Veteran's Waterfront Park in Port Austin. This is a beautiful sandy beach with plenty of parking. From here, paddle west. I like to stick close to shore to check out everything up close and to minimize the waves. Not far into your paddle, you will come across your first big...
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    • Phoenix, Arizona

      Climb the East Face of the Praying Monk

      0.5 mi / 200 ft gain
      5.6 Sport climb, up an 80 foot face, 9 bolts to the top.  This was the first outdoor climb for myself. It opened the doors to getting out of the gym and becoming a part of the local climbing community. I highly recommend it, as it is not too difficult, and can be done with a group of people.  The...
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    • Colorado Springs, Colorado

      Yucca Flats Loop at Palmer Park

      5.0
      2.66 mi / 381 ft gain
      The Basics: It might be easy to overlook Palmer Park if you're planning an adventure outing in Colorado Springs, but definitely don't discount this inner-city oasis! It took me many years to memorize Palmer Park's confusing trail system (the trail maps don't help), but whether this will be your ...
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    • Wayne County, Utah

      Hike Lower Cathedral Valley Overlook

      2 mi / 150 ft gain
      Now most of the pictures you see from Capitol Reef are from cathedral valley. But not many take the time to get above the most photographed area of the park. Off of Hartnet Road, at mile 17.6 you will find a small dirt parking lot for the trailhead (were talking middle of nowhere, so no pit toile...
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    • Oceanside, California

      Stand Up Paddleboard the Oceanside Harbor

      The Oceanside Harbor is a great place to paddle board with easy parking and access to restaurants, and all protected from the wave and swells of the ocean. Often times there are sea lions, pelicans, and other marine life swimming among the hundreds of beautiful sailboats. Paddleboards are availab...
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    • Baring, Maine

      Hike to Cranberry Lake in Moosehorn NWR

      6.8 mi / 3280.8 ft gain
      The trailhead for this hike is easy to find.  Journey to Moosehorn NWR outside of Calais in Maine, and follow the well marked signage along Charlotte road to Headquarters Road in the Baring division part of the park.  Follow the signs to the Headquarters building, and drive past it a few hundred ...
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    • Eatonville, Washington

      Hike to Little Mashel Falls

      4.5
      5.3 mi / 646 ft gain
      If you have been trying to get behind a waterfall Eatonville Falls is the place to hike and get a great feeling out of it. Hiking to the waterfall would lead you to a railroad and pass it would lead to a river where you would follow it down to get to the waterfall. The hike itself is pretty sim...
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