New River Gorge National Park has a little bit of everything: cliff-top hiking trails, scenic drives, waterfalls, historic coal-mining towns, and some incredible outdoor adventures. You can photograph the famous New River Gorge Bridge, walk the narrow catwalk underneath it, or go whitewater rafting through the gorge. We spent four days exploring New River Gorge, […]
The Caprock Coulee Trail is often described as one of the best hikes in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. From this trail, you get some of the best views over the Little Missouri River and wildlife sightings are common from the trail. We hiked a lot of trails in the North and South Unit, and even […]
We’ve hiked most of the developed trails in Denali National Park, from the easy stroll around Horseshoe Lake near the entrance to the backcountry trails in Eielson and Kantishna. If we had to pick one trail that delivers the best payoff for the effort in the front country, the Savage Alpine Trail is at the […]
In this guide, discover the best things to do in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, from the best hikes and viewpoints to what to expect along Scenic Loop Drive. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is made up of three separate units: the South Unit, the North Unit, and the Elkhorn Ranch Unit. The […]
The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a 24-mile, 1,200-foot-deep canyon carved by the Yellowstone River, with two waterfall, Upper Falls and the much larger, more famous Lower Fall, dropping into it. It’s one of the top attractions in Yellowstone National Park, with a series of overlooks along the North Rim, South Rim, and Brink […]
The Ekblom Trail and Big Plateau Loop is one of the best hikes to do in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Along this hike, you have numerous chances to spot wildlife, gaze out across the grasslands and colorful badlands, and get up close to the Little Missouri River. When we did this, we saw mule deer, […]
Beartooth Highway is one of the most scenic drives in the United States, climbing to nearly 11,000 feet while passing alpine lakes, mountain passes, and sweeping views on the way to Yellowstone National Park. Connecting Red Lodge, Montana, with Cooke City near Yellowstone’s northeast entrance, this unforgettable road trip is often called the most beautiful […]
Denali Park Road is the only road into Denali National Park, 92 miles of gravel stretching from the park entrance west through Polychrome Pass, past Eielson Visitor Center, and all the way to Kantishna. Along the way, you’ll find some of the best wildlife viewing, hiking, and mountain views in any national park in the […]
Located in Kokee State Park in Kauai, the Nu’alolo Trail and the Awa’awapuhi Trail are two separate trails that head out along the ridgelines of the Na Pali Coast. From the endpoint of each of these trails, you get spectacular views of the coastline. You can hike each trail separately or combine them into one […]
With its beaches, coastal views, short hiking trails, and scenic drives, Acadia National Park is a joy to visit. Just outside of the park is Bar Harbor, a charming town filled with hotels and inns, restaurants and shops. Acadia National Park makes an excellent weekend getaway or a quick visit while road tripping through New […]
Kauai, also called the “Garden Isle,” is our favorite of the Hawaiian Islands. With its waterfalls, beautiful beaches, tropical resorts, and stunning coastlines, Kauai is pure paradise. In this guide, we cover the best things to do in Kauai with tips to have the best experience. Best Things to Do in Kauai Here are the […]
The McKinley Bar Trail is a great add-on to a Denali Park Road backcountry adventure. Hiking through a beautiful landscape of streams, marshes, and spruce trees makes this hike enjoyable even on a cloudy day. And on a clear day you will also be treated with specular views of Denali and the Alaskan Range. The […]
The Diamond Head Summit Trail in Oahu is one of Hawaii’s most popular hikes. This short, steep trail takes hikers up to a spectacular viewpoint of Waikiki Beach. We have hiked a lot of trails around the world and this was the most crowded, congested trail we have seen yet. If you are looking for […]
The Road to Hana is often listed as one of the best things to do in Maui. This scenic drive attracts hundreds of visitors a day…but is the Road to Hana really worth it? As you plan your trip to Hawaii, you will read other posts and guides that rave about how wonderful the Road […]
Discover the best hikes in Denali National Park, from the easily accessible Savage Alpine Trail to trails deeper into the park, at Eielson and Kantishna. Most visitors to Denali never make it past the Savage River area, accessible at mile 15 of Denali Park Road. We’re not most visitors. We hiked trails throughout the park, […]
Are you looking for an adventure to add to your Alaskan itinerary? How about ice climbing on the Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park? This experience, from start to finish, is a blast. The day starts off with a short but tough hike up a portion of the Harding Icefield Trail. Once at the […]
A doors off helicopter tour of Kauai is a thrilling experience. To see this gorgeous island from the sky is one of the best experiences to have in Kauai, if not all of Hawaii. On a helicopter tour of Kauai, you will fly over countless waterfalls, peer down at beaches and small towns on the […]
The drive from Anchorage to Seward on Seward Highway is beautiful, an attraction in itself. Along the way you can gaze across the Turnagain Arm, ride a cable car up into the Chugach Mountains, admire beautiful turquoise lakes with mountain reflections in them, hike to a waterfall in a picturesque setting, and so much more. […]