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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Lakeshore, California
Hike to George Lake
9.2 mi / 1050 ft gainThe hike to George Lake starts out about 4 miles after you turn off 168 onto Kaiser Pass Rd. You'll want to park at the parking lot right before Badger Flat Campground. The parking lot is easy to notice and it is located on the right hand side of the road, two pit toilets and bear lockers are loc...Read more -
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String Lake Loop, Grand Teton NP
4.73.67 mi / 427 ft gainString Lake is a great place to spend time in Grand Teton National Park. There are many options for fun here including kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and picnicking. The warm, shallow waters make it a great lake for families, and there are many options for hiking here, from easy to difficult. Th...Read more -
Boulder, Colorado
Hike the Big Bluestem Trail Loop
4.04.35 mi / 841 ft gainThis is a great spot for an easy/moderate hike or trail run. The trail is accessible year round and can often be hiked in winter as well as other seasons. You start out at the Mesa Trailhead parking lot off of Hwy 170. There is a parking lot here but this is a starting spot for several hikes into...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Whitewater Raft the Grand Canyon of the Snake River
5.0If you have never been whitewater rafting, you should definitely go for the first time to the Grand Canyon of the Snake River. It's an amazing experience, and you can float the river in about two hours depending on the water levels. Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day at nearby Jackson ...Read more -
Roanoke, Virginia
Canoe or Kayak at Carvins Cove
5.0Part of the attraction to the Cove is that you can literally leave work at 5pm and be in the water paddling in plenty of time to catch the sunset. Catching a sunrise is slightly more difficult just because the boat landing doesn't open until 6:30am. However, it's still possible to paddle out and ...Read more -
Afton, Virginia
Bikes & Brews on Route 151
5.0This DIY bike & brews tour is perfect for combining a relaxing day with some activity. There are also wineries along this route if folks in your group want a break from the hops. You can start at any of the three breweries, but I would recommend this itinerary: Park at Blue Mountain Brewery ...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Phantom Ranch via the South Kaibab & Bright Angel Loop
5.021.58 mi / 7575 ft gainThere are many ways in and out of the Grand Canyon but the most popular loop is to descend from the South Rim, heading down the steeper South Kaibab Trail and returning up via the easier Bright Angel Trail. Your adventure starts early to beat the sun (and get the views). After getting your permi...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Dunanda Falls via Boundary Creek Trail
4.516.56 mi / 771 ft gainYou'll start at the Bechler Ranger Station and take the Boundry Creek Trail. Depending on which camp site you reserve your hike will be anywhere from 5-9 miles. We camped at site 9A1 5 miles from the ranger station. Hiking to waterfall is 16+ miles round trip Your feet will get wet on this hike,...Read more -
Silverthorne, Colorado
Backpack to Upper Slate Lake
5.028 mi / 1386 ft gainStarting from the Rock Creek Trailhead parking lot, it is an up and down trek to Upper Slate Lake. The trail map states 10 miles each way, but accounting for switchbacks it ends up being closer to 14 long, hard miles.You will be among aspens and pines for the first half as you have a few moderate...Read more -
Kapolei, Hawaii
Yokohama (Keawaula Beach)
5.0Getting There: Traveling from Honolulu, follow signs toward Waianae: the H1 turns into Farrington highway (93) as you reach the west side of the island. Continue on Farrington highway until you reach the yellow gate marking the end of the road and Yokohama will greet you. As you drive through t...Read more -
Kula, Hawaii
Hike the Sliding Sands Trail
5.02 mi / 1500 ft gainIf you're headed up to Haleakala to catch the sunrise or sunset at the summit, leave a few hours before or after to do a quick hike into the crater on the Sliding Sands Trail.This is not an easy hike (high elevation and therefore lower concentration of oxygen, altitude sickness concerns and steep...Read more -
Oakley, Utah
Backpack to Cutthroat Lake
4 mi / 280 ft gainThere isn't a trail to Cutthroat Lake so for a portion of the hike will be cross-country. I highly recommend bringing a GPS but with intermediate route-finding skills you should be able to find your way. We used the Gaia GPS app and this made the hike much easier. The distance depends on the r...Read more -
Hopewell Junction, New York
Lake Canopus Viewpoint
4.02.07 mi / 148 ft gainIts a great place to explore as it has a beautiful calm lake especially in the fall, the reflection of the water and the awesome colors are unbelievable. Its a short hike but you certainly could go further up. Parking is free by the road, hike towards the lake about a mile or so. The sound of bi...Read more -
Tooele, Utah
Kayaking on the Great Salt Lake
3.5Launch your kayak or SUP from the marina, which is located only 20 minutes from downtown Salt Lake City. You can go as long and far as you want. Some popular short destinations are to Black Rock (2 miles RT(40.725294, -112.227835)) or Pyrite Point (5 miles RT (40.758405, -112.191853). Neither are...Read more -
Ewing, Virginia
Hike to White Rocks
5.06 mi / 1500 ft gainStarting at the Ewing Trailhead, in Ewing, VA, you will meander up the ridge for about 2.5 mi before meeting up with Ridge Trail. The ascent is approximately 1500 ft up the side of the majestic White Rock Ridge. Mud, loose rocks, and some very steep climbs are included.Once at the top, left takes...Read more -
Starbuck, Minnesota
Backcountry Camp at Glacial Lakes SP
4 mi / 200 ft gainGlacial Lakes State Park is located on the easternmost border of the once immense prairie that covered much of the Great Plains. This prairie oasis gives visitors a taste of what traveling across the that treeless wilderness would have been like for American Indians and pioneers two hundred years...Read more