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    • Oregon

      The Top 30 Hikes in Oregon

      Waterfalls, waterfalls, and more waterfalls. Oregon definitely has more than it's fair share of hikes ending in beautiful waterfalls - the Columbia River Gorge alone has enough to last a lifetime of hiking. But that's not all, folks. Explore the rugged Cascade Mountains and catch sunset at one of...
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    • Oregon

      The Ultimate Oregon Adventure Bucket List

      Oregon is home to some of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in America. From Crater Lake National Park, to the summit of Mount Hood, to the canyons of Smith Rock, the supply of adventure seems to never end. You could spend weeks in the Columbia River Gorge alone and still only scratch the ...
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    • California

      25 California Waterfalls You Need to Explore This Spring

      The winter California has needed for so long finally arrived this year. You can practically feel mother nature's sigh of relief as the rain and snow continue to pummel the state. Besides revitalizing California's snowpack, rivers, and lakes, the seemingly never-ending precipitation also results i...
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    • Yosemite National Park, California

      101 Guide: Yosemite in 3 Days

      I get it. This story is not necessarily very new, innovative or sexy. But to my credit, I've had so many friends asking me for a simple 101 on how to "do" Yosemite, and there really isn't anything that nails this purpose online, so the practical value of this is in my view indisputable. So forgiv...
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    • Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

      Rocky Mountain National Park's 30 Best Hikes

      It's no surprise that Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most popular parks in the country. If you love mountains, this is the place for you. From lush, wooded forests full of wildlife to the alpine tundra and sky-high peaks, the park has a wide variety of terrain waiting for you to explo...
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    • California

      The ultimate backpacking bucket list for California

      Did you know that California is home to over 14 million acres of wilderness. You read that correctly. Over 14 million! Even the most driven explorer with all the time in the world couldn’t hike every trail in California in a single lifetime. But that doesn’t mean you can’t try. If you’re able to ...
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    • Yosemite, California

      The Top 10 Hikes in Yosemite National Park

      You know how views only get better and better the higher you hike? That has never been more true than on the trails in Yosemite National Park. Take Half Dome, for instance (maybe you've heard of it?). You start at the base of the Valley, walking along the Merced River, surrounded by tall trees an...
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    • Yosemite Village, California

      11 Amazing Backpacking Trips in Yosemite National Park

      In Yosemite, you can see some of America’s most impressive scenery without stepping foot out of your car. That said, you’ll be sharing the view with thousands of other people and the line of cars ahead doesn’t exactly satisfy the need for wide open space and fresh mountain air. Of course, there i...
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    • Glacier, Montana

      15 Amazing Hikes in Glacier National Park

      Montana is about as wild as it gets in the continental U.S. and nowhere shows off the state's staggering beauty more than Glacier National Park. From the top of the rocky peaks, down the glacier-carved canyons to the unbelievably blue waters below, this park has no shortage of gorgeous views. Loo...
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    • Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee

      20 Must-Do Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

      Sitting on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, the seemingly endless ridges of the Smoky Mountains attract more annual visitors than any other national park in the country. Don’t let that scare you away, it’s not too hard to find a small piece of the park to call your own for the day. Hai...
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    • Washington

      Washington's 30 Most Incredible Backpacking Trips

      Whatever kind of backcountry adventure you're looking for, you're likely to find it in Washington. From the rugged coast to the Cascade mountains, there is no shortage of amazing trails and beautiful places to spend a night under the stars. Newbie backpackers and seasoned vets alike can find the ...
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    • California

      How to Plan Your Thru-Hike on the John Muir Trail

      The John Muir Trail is 211 miles starting from Yosemite Valley and ending on the summit of Mt. Whitney traveling through the Sierra. There are many ways to hike this trail whether south bound, north bound, section hiking, entering or exiting on different points, your daily distance or what else ...
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    • California

      The Ultimate Adventure Guide to California’s Highway 395

      California’s highway 395, running from the Mojave desert to desolate Modoc County, is a hell of a road. As far as north-south highways go, the 395 is often forgotten. Everybody takes the photogenic Highway 1, or the painful-but-fast Interstate 5. But the 395 is a real state gem, offering 557 mile...
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    • Arizona

      The Best Waterfall Hikes in Arizona

      We know you've heard of Havasu Falls and likely pined for the chance to go, so naturally, it tops this list. But you may not have known just how many other incredible waterfalls litter the desert landscape in Arizona. Between the treks in the Havasupai Reservation, easy day hikes to cascades and ...
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    • Havasupai Reservation, Arizona

      5 Photos of the Havasupai's Grandest Waterfalls

      Almost everyone has heard of the famous Havasu Falls and seen photos of its magical waters that appear as if they have been Photoshopped (not needed!). However, Havasu Falls is just the tip of the iceberg, as it is one of five grand waterfalls in the vicinity of the Havasu Creek Campground (liste...
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    • Oregon

      5 Amazing Day Trip Destinations near Portland, Oregon

      From downtown Portland, you can reach some of the country's most stunning landscapes in just a couple hours and some of those spots are even closer. For all you weekend warriors out there, we put together a guide to our favorite day trip destinations near Portland. Take a look and start taking yo...
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