The Grand Canyon is a destination thousands of people choose annually. For many, the trip includes hiking. Permits are required for overnight hiking and camping within the Grand Canyon and must typically be obtained well in advance. Camping space is limited and sleeping space at Phantom Ranch even more so. However, there is hope for the last minute hiker. read more
The Grand Canyon is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide and 1 mile deep. Two self-guided river rafting trips are available at the Grand Canyon, the difference being that permits for the two- to five-day self-guided trip are issued on a first-come-first-served basis, whereas the 12- to 25-day self-guided trip permits are issued based on a lottery system… read more
While many visit Yellowstone in the summer to experience the wonders of Old Faithful or to hook into a rainbow trout on the many rivers and streams of Yellowstone, the winter has as much to offer as the summer does, and there's no better way to experience the wildlife and nature of Yellowstone in the winter than on a snowmobile. read more
Covering an area of over 1.2 million acres of southern Utah, the Glen Canyon National Park provides nature lovers with many sightseeing and outdoor opportunities. So does the lovely Lake Powell. Check out all the great adventures in the park like the Orange Cliffs and Agua Tierra Trail. Tours like the Lake Powell kayaking tour can really complete your next h… read more
Situated in the Sierra Nevada range in east-central California, Kings Canyon National Park is a roughly 723 square-mile enclosure protecting highland meadows and forests, including old growth groves of giant redwoods. Although jointly administered with its neighbor, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon offers more than 800 miles of hiking trails in its own ri… read more
Located on the Idaho-Washington border, Hells Canyon is known for outstanding steelhead fishing on the Snake River. The scenic canyon can be accessed by jet boat and is popular for fishing, hunting and wild scenery. Fishing in the cany… 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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