Note: This is a guest post by Stacey Wittig So many hike-worthy trails exist in the national parks and national forests between Santa Fe and Albuquerque that it’s difficult to choose. When you find yourself in such a situation, it’s always smart to tap the locals’ knowledge for their faves. Not only are the following…
Salt Lake City is the capital of the state of Utah, located in the western half of the United States. The city was built upon an ancient lake bed in a desert ecosystem and sits at just over 4,000 feet in elevation. The city experiences the extremes of the seasons: stifling heat in the summer…
If you are considering where to tackle some of best outdoor adventures in the Mountain West, Idaho shouldn’t be counted out. The Gem State is a hotbed of easily accessible, rewarding, year-round hiking. Check out some of these top options for Idaho hikes! Best Idaho Hikes Pioneer Cabin Trail (Ketchum) Pioneer Cabin Trail is a…
Totaling 340 locations, Idaho has more natural hot springs than any other state. This, along with its rugged beauty, make for wonderful and relaxing soaking experiences. The state’s mountainous terrain and proximity to tectonic plates offer an environment needed for natural geothermal activity and, while only 130 of the hot springs stay consistently at soakable…
Why is everyone raving about the outdoor adventure scene in New Zealand? For starters, this smallish country in a faraway corner of the planet is a beacon of unspoiled nature drawing globetrotters in. Home of bungee, tandem paragliding, and all-things-extreme, you don’t need to be an adrenaline-head to live a proper Kiwi adventure – enter…
With canyons, red rock peaks, plateaus, and more than 10,000 years of archaeological history, Zion National Park is an ideal destination to hike your heart out, pitch a tent, or relax in luxury at one of the rural rustic lodges. Better yet, why not park at Kolob Canyon, at 8,726 feet in elevation, to watch…
Imagine finding yourself surrounded by nature, breathing in the crisp, cool, mountain air while hearing the rippling sounds of a stream nearby. You look up and see a woodpecker foraging as a pine marten swiftly crosses the path up ahead. These are just a few of the magical moments you might experience while adventuring through…
The Grand Canyon is a hiker’s paradise with some of the most beautiful vistas in the entire United States. While the hike down to the bottom of the canyon is best left to expert hikers, there are several easy to moderate Grand Canyon day hikes worth the effort! The combination of utter exhaustion and triumphant…
With over 900 miles of hiking trails, Yellowstone National Park has plenty of beautiful terrains to explore on foot. There’s a trail for every experience level and age group from stroller-friendly boardwalk trails abound the colorful geysers near Old Faithful to challenging mountain summits that offer rewarding views of the pristine landscape below. Pack your…
