A Safari Across Nevada’s Remote Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge
Located in the Northwestern corner of Nevada by the Oregon border, the park appears lunar and sterile, yet conceals many surprises.
Bagging Peaks by Train in the Colorado Rockies
A couple finds adventure in the backcountry of Colorado, riding an 1890’s steam train to access pristine mountains near Durango.
Learning Vacations: Why Not Learn a New Skill When You Travel?
Learning vacations have become popular for good reason – learning something new is a great adventure. Here are six different learning vacations.
Following the Colorado Hot Springs Loop
Thermal hot springs and exhilarating experiences are tucked away in the Rocky Mountains. A new 720-mile Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop combines them.
Crossing America by Bicycle: TransAmerica Trail
The TransAmerica Trail runs from the Atlantic to the Pacific, allowing travelers to see America in one of the most direct ways possible – bicycle touring.
Weird Road Signs from Around the World
Skewed meanings create comedy and confusion in signs around the world
Stargazing in New Mexico
Many of our outdoor activities take us far from civilization, far from the hustle and bustle – and far from the light of the city. When you find yourself there, look upward into the...
Hiking Shadow Canyon
Boulder, Colorado rests at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and is continuously ranked as one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities and health. Boulder has many trails to hike...
Is Corporate Sponsorship the Answer for America’s National Parks?
The United States National Parks system is celebrating its 100th birthday in a state of disrepair, starved for funding and considering a potential sellout of the country’s finest natural features to corporate sponsorship. The...
Moab’s Trail Marathon
The Moab Trail Marathon runs every November in the San Raphael desert of southern Utah, Here's what it's like to run the race.
Geocaching in Utah: A High-Tech Scavenger Hunt
Follow this unusual geocaching adventure through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the American Southwest
Hiking Adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is great for hiking, and it offers access to pristine landscapes of the high alpine, even without long hikes.
14 Tips for Hitchhiking across America
If you're tempted to hit the open road, here's what you should know about hitchhiking across America.
Leopard Sharks Gather near La Jolla, California
Each July to September, leopard sharks congregate along the La Jolla Shores in California. Here's how you can see the harmless sharks up close.
Frozen Dead Guy Days: Colorado Gone Crazy
A wild celebration emerges from the springtime snow in Nederland, Colorado