Looking for an east coast mini thru-hike you can knock out in less than a week? One that passes through lush forests, rocky overlooks, historic landscapes, with fascinating rock features, miles of beautiful green tunnels, spectacular, if not occasional views and a shelter system that will spoil you for all other hikes?
Ladies and gentleman, look no further than the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.
Who says you can’t have it all? From the world’s biggest trees, abundant wildlife, family-friendly hikes, and challenging alpine treks that will take you to the most spectacular backcountry lakes, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have it all, and so much more!
If you’ve ever seen a photo of a bright turquoise lake surrounded by jagged peaks and thought, “there’s no way that’s real” — you were probably looking at Ice Lake Basin. This trail, tucked high in the epic San Juan Mountains near Silverton, Colorado, is often called one of the…
Tucked deep in the rugged San Juan Mountains, Silverton, Colorado is one of my favorite mountain towns in the entire U.S. (and that’s saying something!). Once a booming mining town during Colorado’s gold and silver rushes, Silverton is now the gateway to some of the best adventures in the San…
Nestled in the heart of Utah’s red rock country, Capitol Reef National Park is an underrated gem filled with stunning cliffs, winding slot canyons, and sweeping desert vistas. Whether you’re road-tripping through Utah’s Mighty 5, hiking through Capitol Reef’s scenic trails, or just looking for a quiet escape into nature,…
Towering sandstone cliffs, winding slot canyons, and some of the most iconic landscapes in the United States—welcome to Southern Utah, an outdoor adventurer’s dream and one of my favorite places in the U.S. to explore! Whether you’re here to hike through Zion’s epic canyons, explore the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon,…