• 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

    • Healy, Alaska

      Horseshoe Lake Loop

      5.0
      2.45 mi / 499 ft gain
      Horseshoe Trail is located inside of Denali National Park in Alaska. This area provides a ton of lakes, open meadows, and free ranging wildlife, such as moose, grizzly bears, and caribou. Starting at the parking lot near the railroad tracks, you follow the tracks south until you see the Horsesho...
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    • Altamont, Tennessee

      Hike the Falls Loop Trail in South Cumberland State Park

      3.7
      3.2 mi / 500 ft gain
      Nestled in the Savage Gulf State Natural Area, the popular Falls Loop Trail begins across from the Greeter Falls parking lot. At 0.4 miles into the hike you'll reach a fork in the trail, take the left route towards Boardtree Falls. Right before reaching the waterfall you'll come upon a suspension...
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    • Yosemite Valley, California

      Thru-Hike the John Muir Trail

      5.0
      203.17 mi / 44944 ft gain
      To thru hike the JMT is probably one of the sickest trips to do! It's not a heavy commitment like the PCT or AT but it's also no week long vacation from work, backpacking the woods of your local forests either. There's a sweet spot in thru hiking and I believe this trail gives the full taste. You...
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    • Twin Bridges, California

      Ropi Lake via Pyramid Creek

      4.7
      4.87 mi / 1581 ft gain
      The trailhead to begin this hike is located at: 38.8117 N, 120.1237 W. From Hwy 50 just south of Lake Tahoe, take Hwy 50 southwest for almost 11 miles, where you'll turn into the parking lot after crossing Pyramid Creek. There is a $5 day-use fee to park in the trailhead parking lot. The hike i...
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    • Estes Park, Colorado

      Photograph the Night Sky Over Trail Ridge Road

      4.0
      The highest continuous paved road in North America, Trail Ridge Road takes you above 12,000 ft to an alpine tundra. Being above treeline means you have unclogged panoramic views of the night sky and any possible meteors. You can start your trip from Grand Lake in the west or Estes Park in the ea...
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    • Salt Lake City, Utah

      Climb West Slabs of Mount Olympus

      5.0
      Park at the top of Thousand Oaks Drive, and make your way to the dirt path heading east. It will be a well maintained, well-covered single dirt track which takes you to the base of a really impressive couloir. Follow the trail until you reach the couloir / rocky gully. You will then see the West ...
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    • Naples, Florida

      Camp on Fakahatchee Island

      From Tamiami Trail, 5.2 miles west of Highway 29, turn left on the unmarked road. You will be able to leave you car here and launch. Follow the posted map closely as the mangrove tunnels are confusing, and you will probably get lost a few times anyways.There is a series of 5 mangrove tunnels, wit...
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    • Browning, Montana

      Capture Sunrise at St. Mary Lake

      5.0
      One of the more popular spots to photograph this lake is from the Wild Goose Island pullout. However, I prefer to get off the beaten path a little bit and avoid the crowds. The pin on the map will take you to the next pullout just east of Wild Goose Island, but before you get to Rising Sun campgr...
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    • Bishop, California

      Photography in the ButterMilks

      5.0
      The Eastern Sierras have some of the most spectacular views in the world. This area in particular is known for its rock climbing. It also has amazing opportunities for photographers.The nights during a new moon are incredibly dark and create great astro photography shots. During the day, the l...
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    • Sandy, Utah

      Hike and Climb the S. Ridge of Mt. Superior

      4.5
      4.5 mi / 1800 ft gain
      Approach: Start by parking on the side of the road just above the Snowbird Cliff Lodge. Then there will be some bushwhacking as you work your way up the southern slopes of Mount Superior following the path of least resistance until reaching the winter avalanche path under the south face and to th...
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    • Blairsville, Georgia

      Appalachian Trail from Blood Mountain to Cowrock Mountain

      4.0
      14 mi / 2907 ft gain
      North Georgia is packed with awesome mountain trails, but few boast the beauty and magnitude of the Appalachian Trail. The hike from Blood Mountain to Cowrock Mountain is one of the more scenic sections of the AT in Georgia, in terms of mountain views.  Do this hike as a full day hike, or spread ...
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    • Breckenridge, Colorado

      Hike Baker's Tank Loop

      3.8
      6 mi / 645 ft gain
      When the aspens are sporting their golden hues of autumn, Baker's Tank Loop is a perfect fall hike. The trailhead is about ten minutes from downtown Breckenridge. For part of the hike, you may have the world to yourself. But, for the road portion, you'll likely have to share with the leaf peep...
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    • Yosemite Village, California

      Witness Yosemite's Firefall

      5.0
      0.1 mi / 0 ft gain
      Over 5 million visitors flock to Yosemite National Park in California's Sierra Nevada Mountain Range every year to take in the geological splendor. While most visitors get to see the park's waterfalls, very few ever get to witness the Firefall. For two weeks between mid-late February, a small wat...
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    • Fort McDowell, Arizona

      Hike the Lower Salt River Nature Trail

      2.5
      2.4 mi
      This scenic loop offers views of Four Peaks, the Salt River & Verde River, and a desert landscape with plenty of wildlife.  Keep an eye out for eagles, wild horses, and other wildlife while you're on the trail.  This trail starts from the Phon D Sutton Recreation site, which is located at the...
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    • Witts Springs, Arkansas

      Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland Creek

      4.0
      4.8 mi / 472 ft gain
      The hike to Richland Falls and Twin Falls of Richland creek begins at the Richland Creek Campground. From the entrance of the campground take the road to the right heading to the day use area.  The trailhead is found at the end of the day use area. The trail immediately begins with a crossing of...
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    • Muskogee, Oklahoma

      Ankle Express Trail to the Swinging Bridge

      3.0
      4.96 mi / 390 ft gain
      With beautiful lakeside views and a swinging bridge as a destination, the Ankle Express hiking trail in Greenleaf State Park provides a decent amount of uphill hiking and scenery. The Ankle Express trail head is located just across the Deer Run campground at Greenleaf State Park. There is parkin...
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