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  • 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.

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    • Los Angeles, California

      Parker Mesa Overlook via Paseo Miramar

      4.2
      5.32 mi / 1099 ft gain
      This 5.4-mile out-and back trail takes off from the end of the residential area of Paseo Miramar. Once you hike a little less than a quarter mile in, you'll connect with Los Liones Canyon Trail. Continue on Paseo Miramar Trail, which in another 2.5 miles, will connect you with the Parker Mesa Ove...
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    • Woodland, Washington

      Explore the Cedar Grist Mill

      3.6
      After parking in the lot near the mill, walk across the bridge. This is the first good viewpoint for photography. Next, I recommend walking under the bridge, this is my favorite spot for taking photos. The whole area is free to walk around, you can even walk in the mill and then walk up stream do...
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    • Bayfield, Wisconsin

      Hike the Lake Superior Ice Caves

      5.0
      1 mi
      Begin at Meyer's Beach in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore near Cornucopia, WI. There is a parking lot, but get there early in the day to get a spot and make sure to use the bathroom before heading out. There is no opportunity on the ice.Head out onto the frozen lake and follow the shorelin...
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    • Cherokee, North Carolina

      Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway from the Southern Terminus

      5.0
      The pinpoint for this particular entrance starts just outside of Cherokee, North Carolina, following the Parkway North. They say the Blue Ridge Parkway is more than just a road, it's a beautiful journey. Start this journey and you will quickly find this to be true. This 469 mile gateway connects...
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    • West Fork, Arkansas

      Yellow Rock Trail

      4.0
      3.25 mi / 531 ft gain
      Yellow Rock Trail offers an easy loop hike with stunning views of the Ozark Mountains. The trail is located just south of Fayetteville, AR in Devil’s Den State Park. From the entrance, follow the main road past the visitors center. You’ll pass a small lake and recreational area on the left. T...
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    • Baraboo, Wisconsin

      Pewit's Nest State Natural Area

      3.8
      0.52 mi / 89 ft gain
      Please note this warning from the park's website: Climbing on rock walls, cliff jumping or entering the closed area for any reason is prohibited, and violators will be subject to a $175 citation. Visitors are also prohibited from bringing in food or beverage or being on the property between 8 p.m...
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    • Laguna Niguel, California

      Dripping Cave in the Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness

      4.4
      7.68 mi / 889 ft gain
      Dripping Cave sits tucked away in a corner of Wood Canyon, part of the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, and the trail to the cave, while short, requires *at least* a 2.25 mile hike in from the nearest trailhead (West Ridge Trail to Mathis Canyon), though this is less than ideal as that rou...
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    • Bruneau, Idaho

      Hike the Bruneau Sand Dunes

      4.1
      3 mi / 470 ft gain
      Set off from the Bruneau Lake parking lot and circumnavigate the lake in a clockwise direction. The hike traverses small rolling dunes before beginning it's ascent of the big dune. The big dune rises 450 feet and it's loose sand is both entertaining to climb as well as a test of patience.The 360 ...
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    • Sarasota, Florida

      Kayak the South Lido Mangrove Tunnels

      4.8
      Before entering South Lido County Park, take a left turn on Taft Drive for the kayak launch area. Parking is available at the end of the road. Multiple companies offer kayak and stand up paddle (SUP) rentals and tours at the launch site, but feel free to bring your own. Launch your kayak or SUP b...
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    • Idleyld Park, Oregon

      Watson Falls

      4.3
      0.54 mi / 515 ft gain
      Watson Falls hurtles over a cathedral amphitheater wall of basalt, crashing into a long talus slope covered in moss and vine maple. At 272 feet, Watson Falls is the 3rd tallest waterfall in Oregon. We actually stumbled upon Watson Falls driving back from Toketee Falls. The parking area is about ...
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    • Springdale, Utah

      Hidden Canyon Trail

      4.6
      3.22 mi / 2185 ft gain
      NOTE: This trail is currently closed due to a large rockfall. Please visit the NPS.Gov website for updates.  This trail starts at Weeping Rock Trailhead, it's the same trailhead for Observation Point and the East Rim Trail. You will start this hike up a paved section with several switchbacks up ...
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    • Provo, Utah

      Upper Falls

      2.7
      0.54 mi / 423 ft gain
      Coming from Provo, at about 2.5 miles make a right hand turn for Nunn's Park/ Bridal Veil. Go straight through the intersections and pass Bridal Veil Falls (on your right) and continue until you see a park on your right (Upper Falls Park). Park here and cross the bridge over the creek and then fo...
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    • Greenville County, South Carolina

      Hike to Rainbow Falls and Pretty Place

      5.0
      5.96 mi / 1844 ft gain
      Jones Gap State Park in the Upstate of South Carolina is one of the most beautiful parks in the state offering a good range of moderate and challenging hiking and backpacking trails through the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Jones Gap also provides superb primitive camping sites along the rocky...
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    • Florence, Oregon

      Catch the Sunset at Thor's Well

      4.5
      First check out the tide books and find out when low tide is. At low tide, head to Cape Perpetua State park about 2 miles South of Yachats.Park at the Captain Cook Trail Head and head down the trail South to the tide pools. Look for a hole or well in the rock with plumes of spray shooting up with...
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    • Orick, California

      Fern Canyon

      4.4
      1.12 mi / 269 ft gain
      Fern Canyon is located within Gold Bluffs Beach at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park located some 45 miles south of Crescent City, CA. Entrance to the beach area is located on Davidson Rd off the US-101 in Orick, CA. You will need to drive for about 6 miles on the dirt road at the turn of Davidso...
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    • Jefferson, Colorado

      Colorado Trail: Kenosha Pass to FR 130

      4.6
      6.81 mi / 938 ft gain
      The Colorado Trail (http://www.coloradotrail.org) is 500 miles long and stretches from Denver to Durango. Perhaps the most-traveled portion of the Colorado Trail is at Kenosha Pass. Kenosha Pass is well-known for its thick, colorful stands of aspen in the fall. During peak leaf season (late Septe...
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