• 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

    • Crested Butte, Colorado

      Photograph Sheep along Kebbler Pass

      5.0
      Fall time in Colorado is incredibly scenic, and if you drive up to Crested Butte, you may find herds of sheep being led down the mountains. Drive along Kebbler Pass in September and October, and look for these huge herds of sheep. Though it can be difficult to track them down, they make for amazi...
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    • Woodstock, New Hampshire

      Mount Moosilauke via Beaver Brook Trail

      5.0
      6.62 mi / 3051 ft gain
      The trailhead is located along Lost River Road. There is a $5.00 day use parking pass required. The trail starts off on the Beaver Brook Trail (also the Appalachian Trail).  The trail consists of cascades of rocks, wood-block steps and metal rungs (not all entirely in tact). It is very often clos...
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    • Kodiak, Alaska

      Hike Spruce Cape

      1.4 mi
      This hike is 1.4 mile out and back hike that leads to great island views and a fun beach to explore. This is one of the easiest hikes on Kodiak Island. Accessible in all seasons with a well groomed trail, minimal gear is needed, making it more of a nice walk that can be accomplished at all times ...
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    • Kaneohe, Hawaii

      Relax on Secret Island

      5.0
      Secret Island is on the East side of Oahu.  It's located near the town of Kailua.  It's a great place to have a beach day and avoid the crowds of Waikiki.  The water is super calm and the background makes you feel like you are in a Jurassic park movie, which filmed just up the road.  You can get ...
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    • Carbondale, Colorado

      Climb South Maroon Peak

      5.0
      11.5 mi / 4800 ft gain
      Starting at the Maroon Lake Trailhead, walk on the trail past the lake and turn onto the trail heading towards Crater Lake. Hike approximately 1.75 miles to reach another signed trail junction, then turn left and continue on the West Maroon Creek trail to Crater Lake. Eventually you will reach a ...
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    • Tumwater, Washington

      Tumwater Falls Trail

      4.6
      0.8 mi / 72 ft gain
      Tumwater Falls Loop, located in Tumwater, Washington, is part of a 15-acre private park offering visitors picturesque views of the Deschutes River’s final 82-foot descent over a series of three waterfalls before it merges into Budd Inlet. Hours of Operation The park is open daily from 8:0...
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    • Portland, Oregon

      Powell Butte Nature Park Loop

      6.22 mi / 1004 ft gain
      Before officially becoming a nature park in 1987, Powell Butte was primarily known for being home to four 50-million gallon underground reservoirs. Today, the wide expanse of land is packed with miles of trails-- the perfect place for hikers, mountain bikers, and even horseback riders to get thei...
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    • Franklin, North Carolina

      Photograph Wayah Bald Lookout Tower

      0.1 mi / 0 ft gain
      The Wayah Bald Lookout Tower is located in Nantahala National Forest in one of the oldest part of the protected land. It was first built in the 1920s then it was rebuilt throughout the years until it was finally made out of stone and concrete. The current tower that stands offers great views of t...
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    • Los Angeles County, California

      Bikepack Catalina Island

      5.0
      43.5 mi / 5700 ft gain
      This is a great introductory overnight bikepacking adventure. With restaurants, water, and stores at each end of the ride, your packing list is minimal. Head out on Saturday morning and make it back in time for dinner on Sunday evening. Packing List Your Bike – I did this ride on my drop bar grav...
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    • Montour Falls, New York

      Aunt Sarah's Falls

      This waterfall can be seen directly from the road but can also easily be missed when driving route 14.   There is a small parking lot across the street to stop and enjoy the falls and take a few photos.  It sits right on the border of Montour Falls just south of Watkins Glen.   Aunt Sarah's Fall...
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    • Alta, Wyoming

      Backpack the Teton Loop

      34 mi / 7000 ft gain
      For our loop traveling around the Grand Teton, we started at the Lupine Meadows TH going counterclockwise and that was where we finished as well. We heard that other people start other trailheads, like Death Canyon TH or Taggart Lake TH. Our goal was to finish the loop in just 2 days and 1 night,...
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    • Chapman, Nebraska

      Photograph the Annual Sandhill Crane Migration

      5.0
      This isn't your standard hiking/camping excursion, though it is a sight and sound of nature that you'll never forget. Every year, between 12,000 and 15,000 people from around the globe travel to Nebraska to witness this extraordinary event. Even if you don't consider yourself a photographer, simp...
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    • Carnelian Bay, California

      Carnelian Bay

      4.0
      Located on the northwest side of Lake Tahoe, Carnelian Bay is a fun place to spend the afternoon. However, there is no sand at Carnelian Bay as the ground is all large rocks. It's a great place to go swimming or SUPing in the summer, and it has a pier that you can jump off.  It is usually less cr...
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    • Pacifica, California

      Montara Mountain Trail

      5.0
      6.77 mi / 1900 ft gain
      Montara Mountain Trail is a loop trail that takes you through a forest out to ocean views at the top of Montara Mountain. This hike located near Pacifica, California. and can be accessed from Highway 1 as well. If you're looking to do a similar loop hike from the coast, consider Montara Mountain ...
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    • Salt Lake City, Utah

      Grandeur Peak West Face

      5.0
      2.23 mi / 3307 ft gain
      Are you planning a big adventure and need a boost getting ready for it? You came to the right place. This is my go-to when I’m preparing to climb a big mountain. It’s hard to find a steeper trail in the area (that’s not a game trail), and the West Face is usually free of snow early in the season....
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    • Verdi, Nevada

      Fly Fish the Truckee River

      At just 121 miles long from Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake, the Truckee River continues to produce the largest trout in the Lower 48. Fly fisherman commonly divide the river into two reaches – East & West. And just outside of Reno in the small town of Verdi, the Bridge Street bridge is an excelle...
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