A canoe camping trip combines both a lengthy canoe trip and setting up camp along the way---many times in backcountry settings. When planning the trip, you must consider all weather conditions and pack plenty of food and water for the length of the trip. Whether the trip is guided or self-guided---the same general supplies need to be brought along. read more
Yellowstone National Park is a grand and diverse wilderness. Vast lakes and mountains, geysers and incredibly abundant wildlife have made this region one of the most beloved parks in the United States. While you can see a fair amount of the park from your car, to really experience this area you must go hiking. With a little preparation and care, hiking in Ye… read more
About half of the remaining old growth redwood forest is protected by a network of state parks combined with the Redwood National Park. These combine the natural attractions of the sea, the stream and the forest into a wonderland for outdoors enthusiasts. read more
With its vast deserts, picturesque mountains and the grandest canyon in the world, Arizona is one the penultimate locations for those who love the outdoors. While the summers can be extremely hot, the winters can be quite comfortable. Still, for those who truly love being outside and close to nature, there is no wrong time to visit Arizona. Just bring your s… read more
Montana is a wild and untamed land, with mountains, open grasslands and prairies, rivers, lakes and numerous state and national parks. Montana has opportunities for backcountry skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountaineering, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, fishing and camping. Chances of encountering or viewing wildlife such as grizzly bea… read more
Alaska's Denali National Park and Preserve is one of the largest national parks in the United States and home to North America's highest peak, Mt. McKinley also known as Denali. The 6 million acre park has only one road through it and… read more
The Badlands of South Dakota are home to a stunning, desolate landscape that is an American original. Conditions are harsh, and temperatures vary between minus-40 and 110 degrees F. However, the terrain, the brilliant night sky and the… read more
Grand Teton National Park is sometimes eclipsed by its northerly neighbor, the more famous Yellowstone. However, among outdoors enthusiasts, it remains incredibly popular. More than half a million people made their way to the park in 2… read more
The Grand Tetons are among the most frequently climbed mountains in the world, and all those climbers must travel cross-country and backcountry areas to make their ascents. In addition, the abundant wildlife and gorgeous scenery make G… read more
One of the most popular national parks in the country, Yosemite provides lodging choices to meet a variety of needs. Backcountry camping is permitted year-round throughout much of the park and campgrounds are available mainly on a firs… read more
Home to the majestic Mt. McKinley, Denali National Park is one of the greatest wildernesses preserved by the National Park System. Visitors have a good chance to not only be awed by North America's tallest mountain, but also encounter… read more
Memphis, located in southwest Tennessee, offers a number of attractions for your entire family. Enjoy the Memphis Zoo, Mud Island River Park or take a river boat ride on the Mississippi River. The Lichterman Nature Center and Dixon Ga… read more
Even better than craning your neck to glimpse the top of Sequoia sempervirens--Coast Redwood--is hiking, eating and sleeping in a grove of the giant trees. The redwood parks area in northern California consists of the national park and… read more
With the Appalachian Mountains on the east, several of the nation's great rivers flowing through its west, and rolling Bluegrass country and caves in the middle, Kentucky offers plenty of activities for outdoors-lovers of all stripes.… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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