How To Prepare to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail Who’s up for a 2,650-mile trek across the United States? Whether you choose to thru-hike or section hike, you’ll be blown away by the scenery from the deserts of southern California to the rugged vistas of northern Washington.
Three Easy Scenic Hikes in O'ahu, Hawaii When it comes to discovering Hawai‘i, those who make hiking a priority will be able to experience awe-inspiring scenic views unlike anywhere else in the world. The island of O‘ahu holds many spectacular hikes, giving you plenty of options.
Asheville Outdoors: Exploring Catawba Falls and Chimney Rock State Park I spent a recent weekend in the area in search of hiking spots and photo opportunities in the Asheville, North Carolina area, and hit the jackpot with two obvious choices: Catawba Falls and Chimney Rock State Park.
Indiana Destinations: Bloomington Bustle to Small Town Midwest Magic The Midwest has some road trip tricks up its sleeve – specifically Bloomington, French Lick and Madison, Indiana: three destinations that are close enough to each other that you could hit them all in a long weekend and get very distinct experiences.
Five Must-See Stops in South Dakota Whether you’re a nature-lover, history-buff, gambler or thrill-seeker, South Dakota and its Black Hills will delight you — and it will do so in the most low-key and relaxing way imaginable.
Top Five Things To See in Idaho Most people don’t know much about Idaho beyond its reputation for potatoes. That’s really not fair given how much there is to see in the state.
Roaming Coastal Maine: Lobster, Lighthouses and Acadia National Park Shoulder season National Park visits can be a fruitful travel hack, if you don’t mind a little risk. I gambled on a mid-March weekend to make my first trip to Acadia National Park, following up on last spring’s Maine lighthouse tour.
A Driving Loop Through the Heart of Virginia This epic route through the middle of the state includes Founding Fathers, stunning mountain ranges, natural and man-made bridges, and so much more.