Trips by State

Visit a world of water on this three-day trek through the hills.

Basecamper Brent Umphlett, his brother, and 4 days of alpine lakes deep in the Montana wilderness.

Combine the best of car camping (spacious tents, comfy chairs, frosty margaritas!) and the best of backpacking (deep solitude, outrageous scenery, swimming holes!) with these 15 accessible hideaways.

Hike wilderness trails in the middle of the Corn Belt.

Kauai’s Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park is a hiker’s haven, with cliffs plunging to the Pacific and waterfalls hidden in narrow valleys. The 11-mile Kalalau Trail, the area’s only thoroughfare, is by reservation only. Here’s how to do it best.

Rest your feet by a backcountry oasis on one of these nine hikes.

Good conditions and better timing make this Washington spot a gorgeous place for photographs.

This rugged Michigan landscape is better than any treasure.

Long days and big views make this a trip you'll never forget.

See the wilder side of the Sunshine State.

Plan your trip to the alpine as the snow melts out from meadows and ridgelines

Ohio's northwest hides a treasure trove of rare plants and animals. See it on this overnight trip.

In the Los Padres National Forest, some of America's most impressive mammals roam alongside you.

The craggy spines of the west Appalachians provide some of the most spectacular views in the range.

Spy animals and one beautiful dawn by carefully timing your hike along the Grandview Rim Trail.

Take off for one of these forested hikes to find some respite from the summer heat beneath the trees.

Escape the headlines—and the rest of the population—at one of these seven sites.

Discover forgotten worlds on these three fossil-rich dayhikes.

Just half an hour north of Austin, a constellation of parks clings to the edge of a chain of clear blue lakes. At night, turn your eyes from the Hill Country’s quiet forests to the dark skies above for a stellar show. You’re far from the city now.

Routefinding in Canyonlands National Park can be a challenge, but the rewards are always worth it.

Spot some bruins and sample the goods at these Bearpacker Magazine-approved destinations.

Follow the trail of 19th-century robbers in Arizona.

This collection of bright white sandstone spires isn't officially part of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument anymore, but it's as spectacular as ever.

It looks like Mars, but this scenery is all Earth.

Everyone knows that the southwest is arch country. But one of the best examples is in the Kentucky woods.

You deserve this: Find a private slice of paradise in this hammock-camping hotspot.

Do winter camping the luxe way with a wood-stove-heated hut in Michigan.

When most other long trail systems are in hibernation, Florida’s premier path is coming into prime time. Stretching over 1,000 miles from the cypress forests of the Everglades to the sandy Gulf Coast beaches of Pensacola, the Florida Trail runs the gamut of the Sunshine State’s diverse natural landscapes. Hit the highlights on one of these three sections.

Giant gypsum dunes and winter temperatures in the sixties are only some of the draws for this preserve.

This is your year. Start planning one of these life-list hikes and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Grab a site in the dunes and go camping with the palm trees and the sea turtles.

Hike to total relaxation in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness.

Strap on your snowshoes and step into one of these unexpected winter destinations.

Hike a rhododendron forest on this 19.1-mile loop.

It's water, water everywhere in this green forest.

For these 12 hikers, local trails so inspired them that they made it their mission to open the outdoors to everyone, one mile at a time. Now let them fire you up with picks so close you can’t say no.

See unique rock formations and fall asleep to a cascading river on this 3-day trip.

When the apples fall, the cider flows. Reward yourself with fresh brews near these three hikes.

Pisgah National Forest blankets the southern Appalachians, and at the heart of all that greenery there’s a backwoods gem—a forest within a forest. The 18,479-acre Shining Rock Wilderness protects an East Coast paradise of waterfalls, mountaintop views, and remote trails.

The climbs on the Black Forest Trail are serious—but then again, so is the scenery.

Find quiet eastern forests and expansive vistas on this two-day, 21.8-mile trek through the Pemigewasset Wilderness.

With its mixed hardwood forests, the east coast has some of the country's best fall leaves. See them before they're gone on these six hikes.

Forest meets prairie meets river in this northern haven.

The Ironwood Forest is a true redemption story. Home to arroyos, plains, foothills, and mountains, the monument’s coarse and well-aerated soil allows roots to dig deep. The result: The world’s densest stands of ironwoods, low-growing shrubby trees that enrich the earth, enable the Ironwood Forest’s species diversity, and burst with purple-pink flowers in late spring.

Search for buried treasure on one of these gem-studded dayhikes, where gathering rocks is legal.

Match a hard hike with the best cure for aching muscles on these essential trips.

Discover pastoral views and rustic cabins in Massachusetts.

Score bird’s-eye views over valleys and mountains on these four treks to summit lookouts.

After a decade of detours, the loop around Mt. Hood is complete and better than ever.

From swimming holes to wild berries, it’s prime time for hikers. Tick off these 43 trips and experiences to make the most of the season.

The scenic 310+ mile trail is perfect for hikes of all lengths and adventures of all sizes.

Nestled in the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness, Minnesota's highest point is a uniquely beautiful day hike.

Want a true wilderness experience? Head west and trek endless empty miles on the BLM's best terrain.

This New Hampshire footpath— the oldest continuously maintained hiking trail in the country—is a rite of passage for anyone who cares about America’s history of preserving and exploring wild places.

Sample a Colorado Front Range classic on this hike across the Continental Divide.

Glory in Arizona's red rock country on these perfect Sedona hikes.

A 22.6-mile lollipop loop showcases the best the Virginia coast has to offer.

Beat the crowds by getting to this Oahu favorite extra early.

Climb high and see 800-year-old canyon homes on this overnight trip.

Capture some of North Carolina’s best views as you hike into the Linville Gorge Wilderness on this spring-perfect trek.

See butterflies, redwoods, whales, and some of the most beautiful coastline any major metro area has to offer.

No two waterfalls are exactly alike, but these will always capture our imagination.

Enchanted Rock is the second-largest granite batholith in the country. Don’t know what a batholith is? Find out by hiking up one.

Get the scoop on upstate Pennsylvania from Pine Creek Outfitters.

New adventure company Crooked Roots Adventures is getting people out on the river.

This classic hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains packs it all: a cascading stream, tunnels of rhododendron, and panoramic views, all only 45 minutes from Asheville

The classic Pacific coast waterfall is the destination; the 15-mile round-trip hike through evergreen forests, coastal grassland, and beachside cliffs is the journey.

Climb through Douglas firs and sword ferns to reach this 3,205-foot summit.

Climb Wa‘ahila Ridge below Mt. Olympus for some of the island's best views.

Find fields of poppies on this spring-perfect hike in the Chino Hills outside Lake Elsinore.

Climb above Phoenix for an aerie-like view over the valley.

Score an aerie overlooking the Buffalo River Valley to yourself when you visit Whitaker Point in the offseason.

Savor views of the Sierra Estrella and Mazatzal mountain ranges on this close-to-home leg-burner.

Nevada's Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has miles of trails and hundreds of climbing routes just a short drive from the Strip.

Whether you’re after mellow snowshoe flats or steep powder runs, you’ll get both—as well as a four-burner stove and a full-size bed—in Gothic, Colorado.

Embark on a treasure hunt to find rock art—and clues of the past.

Summer never ends on this trek through beaches and live oak forests.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Minnesota

Just you, the squirrels, and your shortcomings.

Skip the beaten path and make the most of your visit to southwest Utah with these tips from a local.