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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Wellsboro, Pennsylvania
Hike Leonard Harrison SP's Overlook Trail to Otter View
4.30.6 miThis is a simple .6 mile trail that starts around the bathrooms and loops past Otter View.The trail itself is an easy hike. Otter View is a great spot for a family hike. By the bathrooms are different spots to get amazing views. The upper level is handicap accessible and there are steps down to a...Read more -
Silver Lake, Washington
Getaway to Silver Lake Resort
3.0This resort sits right on Silver Lake, which makes it easy to do multiple activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating. Whether you want to tent camp or stay in a cabin, Silver Lake Resort has you covered.Silver Lake Resort offers boat/canoe rentals or if you have your own there is also a b...Read more -
Mammoth Lakes, California
Cross Country Skiing at Mammoth Mountain
5.0Slip away to a scenic winter wonderland. Leave it all behind and explore the Mammoth Lakes Basin on Nordic skis or snowshoes. Rentals, lessons and guided tours are available from Tamarack Cross Country Ski Center so you can experience the serene beauty of alpine lakes and ancient forests on over ...Read more -
Seneca Rocks, West Virginia
Camp at Yokum's Vacationland
With warm weather, we couldn't wait to go camping so we drove a few miles south of us to Yokum's Vacationland to camp in a teepee. It was THE BEST! It was so cold and we forgot our air mattress pump so we ended up car camping but the whole adventure was so awesome. We were the only people camping...Read more -
Fallon, Nevada
Catch a Sunset at the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge
1 mi / 0 ft gainFrom Fallon, Nevada on US-Hwy 50, head east for 5 miles to NV-116. Turn Left onto NV-116 and take this road for 12 miles until you reach the Stillwater Wildlife Refuge. From the intersection of Stillwater Rd and Hunter Rd, you can head North on Hunter Rd, which leads to hiking trails or you can c...Read more -
Rockport, Washington
Backpack Thunder Creek
10.48 mi / 1027 ft gainThis hike along Thunder Creek in North Cascades National Park is perfect for families and beginner backpackers. The trail is at a lower elevation in the park so it is a great early-season hike, but be sure to check with the ranger station for trail and weather conditions before you go. Starting ...Read more -
Basalt, Colorado
Hike Hay Park
Head south out of Carbondale on Highway 133. Two miles from the Main Street roundabout, take a left on Prince Creek Road. Follow this road up to Dinkle Divide and follow the signs to Dinkle Lake. Continue up the road until you see a large, fenced in parking area with a toilet on the left. This is...Read more -
Vienna, Illinois
Bike the Tunnel Hill State Trail
9.3 mi / 326 ft gainThe 9.3 (one way) section of the 44.5 mile that begins at the Tunnel Hill access point and travels south to Vienna, Illinois is one of the most picturesque stretches of Southern Illinois. The former Norfolk Southern Railroad line connects to many other popular trails like the River to River Trai...Read more -
Meredith, Colorado
Hike to Chapman Lake
1.6 miFrom downtown Basalt, drive up the Fryingpan River Road 28 miles and turn right on CR #504, also known as Elliot Way, just before Norrie Colony. Drive across the river and up the switchbacks for approximately 3 miles. Take the left fork, continue 1 mile and take the right fork approximately 1/2 m...Read more -
Kalispell, Montana
Backpack to Clayton Lake
9 mi / 1500 ft gainFrom the Camp Misery Trailhead (elev. 5,717 ft) take the left Trail 8 for .6 miles. At the junction continue left for a 1.3 mile gently ascent into Jewel Basin. Nearing Twin Lakes continue left on Trail 7 for .6 miles until you reach Trail 55. Continue right, and make sure that after a short .3 m...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Hike to Rainbow Lake in the Cloud Peak Wilderness
Best accessed from the Geneva Pass trail, Rainbow Lake is a gorgeous hidden gem. It's not on the main Solitude Trail or the Lake Loop, but it's pretty straightforward to access. The lake is most easily reached via the Cliff Lake Trail. If you're approaching from Geneva Pass, take the Cliff Lake T...Read more -
Biloxi, Mississippi
Deer Island
5.0Having once been part of the mainland, Deer Island is no more than a 5-minute paddle from Biloxi Beach. The island has been lengthened hundreds of feet in the past decade to protect against hurricane damage. Breakwaters/berms have also been created to reduce the effects of erosion on the island. ...Read more -
Newry, Maine
Photograph Screw Auger Falls
3.50.2 mi / 6 ft gainAfter parking in the allotted parking area at screw auger, make your way down to the falls to explore! There are several "smaller waterfalls" that the river flows over before making its way to the 27 foot main attraction. Going in April, the falls were at their most powerful. It made taking pictu...Read more -
Canistota, South Dakota
Camp at Lake Vermillion Recreation Area
The South Dakota State Park system has several tent sites on the north side of the lake. Nice lake for boating during the day. We stayed here for the night on our way to Badlands and enjoyed the outdoor feel of the campground.Make your campsite reservation here: http://gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Visit the Gunsmoke Movie Set
4.0The television series of Gunsmoke was an American classic. 635 episodes aired on prime time television over the course of twenty years, from 1955 to 1975. The movie set was the largest set constructed in the Kanab area. After the filming ended, the buildings were not maintained and became heav...Read more -
Apache County, Arizona
Drive the Blue Mesa Scenic Road in Petrified Forest National Park
4.33 miThis is probably one of the most scenic drives in the Petrified Forest National Park. From the main road, the loop is only three miles long. There are many pullouts along the loop where you can get out of your vehicle to snap some photos. You will see many large pieces of petrified wood strewn...Read more