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Mentryville: Pico Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Stevenson Ranch, California.

This is one of my favorite places inside Topeka city limits! It is typically not very crowded unless you visit during lunch hours, there tends to be local workers etc. who take their lunch break in the parking lot. There are 2 or 3 picnic tables and a bench as well to relax or have lunch on. Ther...

Hogback Ridge Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Manitou Springs, Colorado.

Stonesteps Beach is incredibly scenic during every season. In the winter this beach is usually fairly rocky, and in the spring/summer the sand returns.  If you're looking to hang out on this beach just be sure to set up your towel or chair a good ways away from the cliffside as there is a lot of...

Razor Point Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near La Jolla, California.

Castle Lake in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest is a glacial lake with picturesque views of Mt. Shasta. In the middle of the lake, researchers float a platform in the middle of the lake to study the lake's environment. This is a great destination to swim to.  Nearby Hike:Heart Lake is a great ...

Take a leisurely 6.2-mile paddle along this stretch of the Tennessee River. River access via boat ramps at both ends makes this a beginner-level paddle with breathtaking views and plenty of wildlife along the way.  Be sure to have a shuttle car parked at the takeout. 

Upper and Lower Tahquamenon Falls is an out-and-back trail in Tahquamenon Falls State Park located near Newberry, Michigan. This trail starts at the opposite end of the park and is much longer than just going to Lower Tahquamenon Falls (a 1-mile roundtrip hike). Why the extra mileage? So you get ...

Saddleback Butte State Park is a state park in the Antelope Valley of the western Mojave Desert. It’s oftentimes looked over, but you’d be surprised what you can find there. Definitely a place to stop. It is located east of Lancaster. It can get hot so make sure to bring lots of water and wear su...

Hudson Highlands Overlook Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Beacon, New York.

Appalachian Trail: Dennis Cove to US 19E is a point-to-point trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Roan Mountain, Tennessee.

The Sulphur Creek trail in Heber Springs is a multi-use trail that is approximately 9.1 miles point-to-point. The trail primarily follows the Right of Way of the old M&NA railroad lines through the community of Heber Springs.The majority of the trail is a 10-foot wide paved asphalt trail that...

Big Morongo Canyon Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Morongo Valley, California.

Head North on Friant Rd. It will begin to head East, becoming Millerton Rd. Stay on Millerton Rd for 4.2 mi. Turn left onto Sky Harbor Rd (street JUST before Table Mountain Casino). Follow Sky Harbor Rd for 5.8 miles to the end of the road. Parking is available along the road. There are port a po...

Whitemarsh is a nature preserve located on Whitemarsh Island near Savannah, Georgia. There are several winding and snaking trails throughout as well as a larger loop. There are various locations of swamps, marshes, and upland areas. This is a great place for walking, biking, and exploring. This ...

Chain of Lakes Trail in Blackwater River State Park is a relatively easy 1.4-mile loop trail that takes less than a half hour to hike around. The trail starts just southeast of the Deaton Bridge at the trailhead in the parking lot. There may be birders or people fishing along the trail, but if yo...