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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Kings Mountain, North Carolina
Drive the Crowders Mountain Drive
Drove this scenic road to my way to Crowders Mountain State Park. Very pretty views.Read more -
Middletown, Rhode Island
Birdwatch at Sachuest Point
1.5 miA trip to Aquidneck Island would not be complete without a quick walk around Sachuest Point. I highly recommend this hike at sunrise, but any time of the day (or year) is great! This nature preserve is home to a large population of tourist-friendly deer, and is visited every winter by at least tw...Read more -
White Sands NM, New Mexico
Dune Life Nature Trail
1.8 miStarted the hike at the Dune Life Nature trail parking area. Two rangers took us all on the trail . We walked up and down the dunes and some flat areas. We started out at sunset and the views of the sunset were beautiful. 30 minutes later we walked in the dark with light of the moon. The sand was...Read more -
Danese, West Virginia
Hike Skyline Trail at Babcock State Park
5.04 mi / 300 ft gainThe skyline trail is a 4 mile out and back trail that allows you to start from either end. I prefer to start from the lower trail head near Cabin 5. To get to this trailhead: enter the park, and follow the narrow road the leads to cabins 1-6. Drive down the road until you reach cabin 5, and find ...Read more -
Goreville, Illinois
Hike to Bork's Falls
0.5 mi / 227 ft gainLocated off Regent Lane/Cedar Grove Road near Goreville, Illinois, Bork's Falls is a beautiful waterfall with little visitor traffic. The bottom of the falls is accessible from either side of the ravine with a very short hike. This waterfall generally flows year round, unlike most other waterfall...Read more -
Mackay, Idaho
Rock Climb Trail Creek Road
3.0This local gem is still in the works, as at the time of writing this there are only 5 TR routes and 1 sport route however the views are absolutely epic from the climbing area. The place doesn't exist in climbing books and we have the Elephant Perch mountain store to thank for the discovery. Plus...Read more -
Palisade, Colorado
Hike Mt. Garfield in Palisade
4 mi / 1940 ft gainThis hike is approx. 4 miles long and takes between 2.5-4 hours to complete depending on pace and stoppage time. This hike begins at the parking lot located at the base of the trail. Directions to Parking Lot: - Start at the Grand Junction Visitors Center, 740 Horizon Dr, Grand Junction, CO 8150...Read more -
Ithaca, New York
Hike the Eldridge Wilderness Loop
2.3 mi / 0 ft gainPark in the designated lot directly off Troy Rd and begin the loop at the only trail entering the parking area (the lot only holds about 4-5 vehicles). Because this is a loop trial, when it splits after 200 yards take either route and still end at the parking area. The loop is 2.3 miles long and ...Read more -
Manitou Springs, Colorado
Manitou Springs' Mineral Springs
5.0Manitou Springs is home to eight mineral springs all fairly close to the main shopping strip of Manitou. The springs were originally utilized by the Native Americans. In the 19th century, they were utilized by visitors from all over the world due to their supposed health benefits. They all taste ...Read more -
Santee, South Carolina
Bike the Marsh at Santee National Wildlife Refuge - Bluff Unit
5 mi / 0 ft gainFrom Columbia SC, take I-26 South towards Orangeburg. Stay on this road for 31.5 miles and then take exit 136 to merge onto SC-6 E towards St. Matthews. Continue about 34 miles until you enter the town of Santee. Turn left onto I-95 Northbound and continue another 3 miles. You will see a large wo...Read more -
Flora, Mississippi
Walk Through the Mississippi Petrified Forest
1 mi / 50 ft gainMississippi Petrified Forest is a petrified forest located near Flora, Mississippi in the United States. It is a little over 20 miles northwest of Jackson. It is privately owned and open for public visits. The forest is believed to have been formed 36 million years ago when fir and maple logs was...Read more -
Lewistown, Montana
Conquer the Montana Island Challenge
7.16 mi / 1024 ft gainThe Montana Island Challenge is held every year in August at the Half Moon Ranch located about an hour from Lewistown. The ranch has camping spots and a few bunkhouses available if you'd rather head up the day before instead of getting up at the crack of dawn the day of the race.The challenge con...Read more -
Glen Arbor, Michigan
Hike the Ghost Forest Trail and the Dunes of Glen Haven
3 miPark your car at the Sleeping Bear Point Trailhead in Glen Haven, Michigan, once parked find your way to the sign for point of reference with the map. You'll find that the Ghost Forest Trail is a 2.8 mile loop. You can start the loop at the trailhead which is near the bathroom, or at the sign whe...Read more -
Del Norte, Colorado
Climb in Penitente Canyon
Located in the San Luis Valley of south central Colorado, this beautiful piece of BLM land is a place loved by locals and most Colorado climbers. Upon arriving at the Penitente Canyon parking area, which is free of charge, head towards the map at the entrance on of the canyon. From here hang a r...Read more -
Las Vegas, Nevada
Hike The Mountain Springs Trail
5 mi / 1012 ft gainGetting there is pretty straight forward. Take 160 west towards mountain springs and use your phone to pull up the trail head on a map. It comes up quick on the right, and is nothing more than a gravel lot with a few 4x4 trails headed out of it. There is one main trail, a vehicle path, that leav...Read more -
Roseland, Virginia
Camp at Devil’s Backbone Basecamp
5.0This place has it all : a bomb fire pit, live music, distillery, restaurant, 48 taps, mountain views, and more! Not to mention, it’s in a great location for exploring. It’s close to tons of breweries, wineries, and cideries, it’s just a few miles from the Appalachian trail, and close to Shenando...Read more