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You and your buddies want to go somewhere for a long weekend, but no one has any good ideas. Somebody suggests North Lake Powell, and you see so many options! This is both good and bad. You have a lot to choose from, but how will you select the best adventures? Since you only have 72 hours, it's ...

When I went to Yosemite, I didn't reallyhave a plan of where I was going to go or what I was going to see butI did know one of my locations was going to be Glacier Point. I knewthat I wanted to photograph this iconic spot because of all thephotos that I've seen other people take, but my biggest c...

Utah is known for having incredible access to the outdoors. In most cities throughout the state, you can go from eating lunch downtown to setting up camp in the backcountry within an hour. Not bad, eh? A little further afield, Utah is also home to some incredible, incredibly remote areas that are...

To start,since moving here back in October, I have been wanting to see these giant rocks emerging from the coast. So getting two days off in a row finally and the weather being somewhat decent I went for it. Leaving from the Tacoma area we embarked on our quest up highway 16. Getting to see The N...

If anything, it amplifies it. Whether you want a quick hike close to town, a dawn patrol powder session, or a weekend camping adventure in the snow, we’ve got something that will fit the bill. Take a look at our list and start making your weekend plans before the spring thaw. (Or roll the dice an...

As a city-dweller who longs all week for upcoming weekend adventures, I often look to escape to the mountains during the week as well. Long winter nights are transforming into warm spring and long summer days, which provide the wonderful opportunity to find a welcoming trail after a long day in t...

You know that feeling you get while hiking or biking on an empty trail, sinking into a hot spring, hitting the open road, or relaxing by the campfire with your favorite people? That feeling like you're exactly where you're supposed to be? If you plan your next vacation to Idaho, you'll have this ...

It get's HOT in Georgia over the summer and since we know you aren't one to stay inside and cling to the A/C for 3 months, you better find a way to get outside without overheating. Any of these spots are the perfect place to spend a summer day relaxing in the water. Pack a picnic, bring the whole...

Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Lucia Mountains, and only three-hours from San Francisco, Big Sur is the perfect escape from the norm.  As you drive down Highway 1, the ocean crashing on one side and tree-covered mountains towering on the other, you'll feel the world melt away. Onc...

That's what we love so much about this state: whether you're looking for an adventure to challenge your body and mind, or simply looking to relax in the beauty of nature, Montana has it all.  It's tempting to say that every destination is a little off-the-beaten-path in Montana, but there are som...

Hawaii had always been a distant dream of mine. A tropical island in the middle of the Pacific, surrounded by the majestic ocean for miles on end, filled with white sandy beaches, dramatic mountain ranges, and a culture that makes time stand still. It wasn't until my passion for adventure and tra...

Pennsylvania is one of those states that might surprise you. It has pastoral beauty in spades, but between the rolling hills of farmland and the bustling of major cities is enough wildness to satisfy anyone with a craving for adventure. From the Allegheny Mountains to Pine Creek Gorge and everywh...

Redwoods National and State Parks in Northern California remains one of the most awe-inspiring and magnificent National Parks in the US. I recently spent a weekend camping at the park with my fiancée, exploring the oceanside beaches, hiking through old grove trees, and catching some glimpses of t...

Note: For summer 2018 adventures to Yosemite National Park, be sure to check updates on fires in the region before heading out and plan accordingly.If you are like me and want to skip the hoards of people flocking to one of the nation’s most popular parks, you need to wake up early. Make it to th...

1. Snow Dusted Mountains Flanking Massive Aspen Groves We all associate fall with beautiful bright colors blanketing the landscape, and while Colorado may not have the vast range of colors across the spectrum as other states, there is something truly majestic about a scene full of stunning Aspen ...

There are so many ways to experience nature and one of the best is by paddling. Kayaking and canoeing, even paddle boarding on occasion. Wisconsin is the Land of 15,000 Lakes (and 12,600 rivers and streams) and it's chock full of paddling opportunities, and its beautiful state parks make for a gr...