You have hiked the Garden of the Gods more times than you can count, maneuvered your way across the Devil’s Causeway, and have even walked in the footsteps of dinosaurs at Picketwire Canyon… now what? Lucky for you, Colorado is home to the Rueter-Hess Incline Challenge, a brand-new trail that boasts breathtaking views:
Nestled in a forest on the Oregon Coast, untold treasures sit hiding in plain sight, just waiting to be discovered and admired. The Cathedral Tree is one such special treasure. Standing some 200 feet tall and estimated to be 300-years-old, this Sitka spruce is Mother Nature’s most marvelous roadside attraction; a natural wonder waiting at the end of a short-and-sweet, 1.6-mile hike. Come and traverse the forests of the North Oregon Coast on an immensely scenic trail that unfolds like a real-life fairy tale.
Seaside, Oregon is a coastal locale that harkens back to another time and place, charming all who visit with its nostalgia and history. From its postcard-perfect Promenade to old-fashioned trolley rides through its historic downtown, Seaside is a beguiling little slice of a bygone time. This is literally the case at Seaside Brewery, a charming restaurant located in, if you can believe it, a former Oregon jail. Turns out Seaside’s Old City Jail makes the perfect setting for a quaint little pub, and a visit to this delightful brewery in Oregon most certainly belongs on your dining bucket list!
There is nothing like the feeling that you are on top of the world, and when you conquer the Bald Mountain Trail in Utah’s Uinta Mountains, this is exactly how you will feel. Bald Mountain sits 11,943 feet above sea level and it is one of the highest peaks in the Uinta Mountains. With a beautiful trail, a natural rock stairway, and views every step of the way, it is like you are hiking into the clouds as you summit.
There’s nothing quite like going on a road trip at the peak of the summer. In Colorado, that usually means a trip to the mountains, and one of the best places that you can go on a summer drive is Twin Lakes. Twin Lakes, Colorado, is a pair of lakes in the center of the state, and it’s also a small, historic town named after them. You’ll love visiting these picturesque lakes and marveling at the tall mountains that surround them – including Mount Elbert, our state’s tallest – and you’ll enjoy checking out the small town on their shores that has a population of less than 200 people.
Hotel stays certainly have their time and place, but Montana has so many out-of-the-box vacation rentals that it’s usually worth it to venture off the beaten path when it comes to your accommodations. If you’re traveling to Gallatin County anytime soon, spend a couple of nights at this cozy wilderness retreat just outside of Bozeman. It’s secluded enough to feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere but you’ll be close to all kinds of adventures. Book your stay here and have one of the best getaways in Montana.
The largest swimming pool in Wyoming is calling your name this summer! This enormous public pool, originally built as part of the New Deal in the 1930s, is one of the most popular summertime spots in the Cowboy State. Come on in and cool down!
There is nothing better than getting outdoors, enjoying some fresh air, and basking in the beauty of Utah. Every corner of the Beehive State is home to spectacular hiking trails that are awe-inspiring. You don’t have to limit hiking in Utah to just the summer months either. In fact, there are trails all around the state that are worth exploring all year long. We’ve compiled a list featuring 12 of the best hikes in Utah that you need to explore, one for every month of the year. So, without further ado, let’s go hiking!
Looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors with your clan? Look no further than Grotto Falls Trail! True to its name, the trail leads to both a waterfall and grotto. What the name doesn’t tell you is that it’s also a short, easy hike. Offering a big payoff with minimal effort, this beginner-friendly waterfall trail is great for a family hike.
If you’ve lived in Utah very long, you’ve certainly encountered fry sauce, but did you know that it was invented right here in the 1950s? The iconic Beehive State condiment has spread across the country, and can even be purchased at grocery stores now, but it got its start at a little hamburger stand called Arctic Circle.
