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  • 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.

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    • Ozark, Illinois

      Hike Bell Smiths Springs

      1.5 mi / 164 ft gain
      Four separate trails make up the 8 miles of available hikes in the Bell Smith Springs National Natural Landmark. The dirt trails can be moderate to difficult in some areas. Please, stay on designated trails. The trails pass under large shelter bluffs and various rock formations while offering vie...
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    • Lineville, Alabama

      Hike Lake Chinnabee to Devil's Den Falls

      1 mi / 120 ft gain
      Devil's Den Falls is a beautiful waterfall in Cheaha State Park. This is a state park within Talladega National Forest. The easiest access is from Lake Chinnabee which is about one mile round trip from the parking area. It can also be accessed from Turnipseed campground, but that is about six mil...
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    • Chitina, Alaska

      Backpack to Stairway Icefall at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

      14.4 mi / 2305 ft gain
      We began our trek at the Kennecott Mines, which is a short van ride from the town of McCarthy, which is (semi) road accessible.  I say semi because to get there you must drive 60 miles on a dirt road and park nearby the town, which is not road accessible, and cross a foot bridge.  Once you've hau...
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    • Elm Grove, Wisconsin

      Hike the Elm Grove Park Loop

      1 mi / 100 ft gain
      Elm Grove Park is one of the most picture perfect parks in the SE WI area, so be sure to stay for sunset as the sky lights up! The 1 mile long trail wraps the perimeter of the park. It is paved the entire way, if you want to venture off trail feel free. Dogs are permitted at this park! There is a...
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    • Barrett Township, Pennsylvania

      Indian Ladder Falls at Skytop

      1.77 mi / 177 ft gain
      This 1.75 Mile one-way walk is beautiful. Located on the Skytop Lodge property, the trail winds its way through the forest and along side a creek with benches and picnic areas. Park in the falls trail parking lot on the east side of rt. 390. Google maps will take you right there if you search Ind...
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    • Lincoln City, Indiana

      Visit Lincoln Boyhood Home National Memorial

      0.5 mi / 105 ft gain
      Abraham Lincoln lived on this farm from the age of 7 - 21. Begin your visit at the Visitor Center. This building is a memorial to Abraham Lincoln and his family and was designed with two halls and a connecting covered walkway. On the outside of the building there are five sculptured panels markin...
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    • Ackerman, Mississippi

      Camp at Choctaw Lake Recreation Area

      5.0
      The Choctaw Lake Recreation Area is great, as it provides opportunities for so many different recreational activities. Its two lakes can host various water activities (i.e. swimming, paddling, fishing, etc.). Cabin Lake is the smaller of the two lakes and is also the calmest. Then there is the 10...
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    • Traverse City, Michigan

      Whiskey Blending at Mammoth Distillery

      Now, this is something you probably haven't tried yet. Whiskey blending! The experience with Mammoth Distillery was stimulating, educating and so much fun! Technically we were actually blending bourbon - which we learned all bourbon is whiskey but not all whiskey is bourbon. You’ll sit down with ...
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    • Glenbrook, Nevada

      Wake 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 wake surf and to *learn* to wake surf To get to Zephyr Cove take Highway 50 north for 7 miles out of South Lake Tahoe...
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    • West Glacier, Montana

      Trail of the Cedars

      4.0
      0.88 mi / 121 ft gain
      Trail of the Cedars Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Lake Mc Donald, Montana.
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    • Baltimore, Maryland

      Vernal Pond & Brinkmans Trail Loop

      5.0
      2.67 mi / 188.98 ft gain
      Marshy Point Nature Center is 25 minutes northeast of Baltimore in Middle River, Maryland. Convenient from I-95 with lots of parking and miles of interconnected trails, it's a perfect spot for a quick hike or an all-day excursion.  The trails are mostly within the 1-2 mile range, but you can com...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Climb Wilson Arch

      Wilson Arch is a common stop for people visiting the local national parks and Moab, but with some general climbing knowledge and gear you can make this into a longer outing.  If coming from Moab, the arch is obvious on your left about 25 miles south.  There is ample parking on both sides of the r...
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    • Kansas City, Missouri

      Hike to and Photograph the Waterfall at Line Creek

      4.0
      0.5 mi / 0 ft gain
      Head out to Line Creek Trail in Kansas City, MO where you'll find a photogenic waterfall. The trail stretches 8.25 miles currently with plans for extension. The closest trailhead to the waterfall is located near the Line Creek Community Center and Ice Arena (5940 NW Waukomis Dr, Kansas City, MO 6...
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    • San Francisco, California

      Fairy Gates Trail

      5.0
      0.89 mi / 328 ft gain
      Fairy Gates Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near San Francisco, California.
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    • Anchorage, Alaska

      Explore the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

      5.0
      You'll see tons of animals including bald eagles, bears, moose, muskox, lynx, reindeer, and wolves!  It's a conservation center so they have a great mission.  It is located in Portage Valley and is surrounded by the Chugach Mountain Range and the Turnagain Arm Inlet.   Open 7 days a week, 10 am t...
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    • Winter Park, Colorado

      Twin Cones via Second Creek Trailhead

      5.0
      4.85 mi / 1614 ft gain
      This hike begins at Second Creek Trailhead off of US Highway 40. It's pretty steep right off the bar gaining about 800ft of elevation in the first mile. This first mile takes you to Broome Hut, which has a bathroom and is a great place to stop and take a break. Keep in mind that there are no dogs...
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