Here at OnlyInYourState, we love a good hike. However, we REALLY love a good waterfall hike. In the Gem State, there are several waterfall hikes that the entire family will love. One of our favorites is Ross Falls, one of the most underrated waterfalls in Idaho. To reach this beautiful waterfall, you must conquer a short hiking trail that is almost like it came out of a fairy tale. It’s one hiking trail in Idaho that you will regret not exploring.
There is something incredibly unique and charming about an old building, especially when it was built when Colorado became a state! Thankfully, there are plenty of these historic buildings that remain today that give a glimpse into our Wild West past, including the incredible, must-see Strater Hotel, one of the most historic hotels in the U.S.
You’ve heard people say that there is something healing about being in nature, but if you are like me, you took that in a more metaphorical sense than something that can physically heal you… but what if such a place in nature actually existed? According to several Coloradans, that place is right here in our own backyard, thanks to these pure and healing Colorado waters:
What would you say if I asked which Indiana Jones movie was the best? Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, correct? Starring Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, and River Phoenix, this 3rd installment of the franchise follows Indy as he rescues his father, and the two of them search for the Holy Grail. Aside from the plot, one of my favorite aspects of the movie is that parts were filmed in this tiny Colorado town you will want to visit!
Part of the fun of living in Washington is exploring the great outdoors. And sometimes you need to spend your days enjoying nature and your nights sleeping in cozy comfort. These getaways are the ultimate combination of both.
There are many spots around Utah that are supposedly haunted. From hotels and homes to cemeteries, there are certainly a lot of unsettled spirits in the Beehive State! It only makes sense that some of our campgrounds could be the sites of the supernatural, and Dead Horse State Park has some particularly unique haunts.
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is home to some of the most unique and beautiful natural wonders. While some of these natural features are well known like Calf Creek Falls and Buckskin Gulch, there is another area that deserves just as much attention – Devil’s Garden. This natural playground may be small but it features remarkable hoodoos, sandstone formations, and even arches. This is one destination in Utah where Mother Nature sure outdid herself.
Sea Otter Sound Lodge, in Craig, offers the best floating cabins in Alaska, in a remote and beautiful part of the southeast. Head to this pristine locale for amazing wildlife viewing, and a lot of time on the sea in the Davidson Inlet/Sea Otter Sound area. The fresh air and ocean waves will fill your days as you fish, search for whales and porpoises, and stretch your sea legs. This amazing fishing adventure location is perfect to meet with family or friends for a weekend of fun, or a longer wilderness escape. You can commune with nature and each other, exploring the gorgeous wilderness coastline of Alaska’s rainforest. Visit the Sea Otter Sound Lodge for a perfect adventure on these floating cabins in Alaska.
If you’re looking for a quiet getaway this year, head to the adults-only island in Alaska, where you can find peace and quiet. Located outside of Seward, right on Resurrection Bay, Orca Island Cabins is a gorgeous place to escape it all. This is one trip you’ll want to leave the kids at home for!
If you live in Colorado and/or have ever read Stephen King’s iconic “The Shining,” you already know about the hidden gem that is the Stanley Hotel. That being said, when it makes a national list, we cannot help but feel giddy and take notice, which is precisely what happened when the Stanley Hotel was added to this famous US Travel Bucket List:
