Washington state is a wonderland for outdoor adventures. It is home to 3 incredible national parks, 6 national forests, and over 140 state parks. The diverse ecosystems present encompass temperate…
North Cascades National Park is a vast wilderness of jagged mountain peaks, distant glaciers, lakes, and forested valleys. Quite honestly, despite the abundance of trees, we were surprised by the…
The core Enchantments are located within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area of Washington's central Cascades. Widely considered one of the best hikes in the world, it is also wildly popular.…
Home to Washington's tallest mountain, Mount Rainier National Park offers amazing hiking and awe-inspiring views. Extending 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier is an active volcano and the most…
Olympic National Park is a wonderland of diverse ecosystems. Here you can see glacier-capped mountains, stroll through old-growth temperate rainforests dripping with moss, and admire sculpted driftwood along the Pacific…
This epic road trip itinerary covers Arizona from bottom to top, with a quick dip over the border into Utah. Along the way it covers 3 national parks, 2 national…
Hiking across the Grand Canyon in one day was one of the most grueling, yet rewarding experiences of our lives. Many people elect to break the hike into two large…
Home to some of the most active volcanoes on earth, the island of Hawaii is also the largest in the Hawaiian island chain. It is a land of contrasts with…
Located along Maine's rugged coastline, Acadia National Park is a year-round playground offering stunning scenic drives, short but exposed hikes, paddlesports, swimming, rock climbing, and more. With the charming New…
Using San Diego as a base is the perfect way to spend a week in Southern California. From here you can easily visit the beaches for water activities, the mountains…