Havasu Falls is located in the northeast of the Grand Canyon on native Havasupai tribe land. The beautiful waterfall is a refreshing change from the desert scenery of the canyon, and its striking blue water is breathtaking. The area is remote, however, with only a small village and campsite nearby. Follow these tips to prepare for your hike through Havasupai… read more
Niagara Falls is a natural wonder that sits on the United States-Canada border. The Falls are surrounded by state parks and can be viewed from lookout points or through boat tours. This is a popular tourist destination because of the massive waterfalls and the unique regional history. Hiking trails will lead you through the scenic Niagara Gorge area and allo… read more
Northern Georgia is at the south end of the Appalachian Mountains, and is at the beginning, or end, of the Appalachian Trail. These areas are heavily forested with hardwoods and provide outstanding fall colors along the many trails in the mountains. read more
Autumn brings the melancholic reminder of summer's past and winter's inevitable arrival. The bittersweet cooling of the air also brings the bright, sharp colors of the fall leave palette. As the leaves change, there is also the migration of college students shuffling back to classes for another year of hitting the books and attending classes. Many college ca… read more
Distracted from the breathtaking colors below by a silence-piercing raven's caw, it's time for a momentary deep breath, a swig from the water bottle and the music of canyon wrens echoing in the quiet. Sweeping the panorama, it's impossible to take in the depth, majesty and spirit of the moment on a fall hike in the Grand Canyon. The best part is that the cro… read more
October events in Ohio offer natural outdoor attractions, parades and historical performances. The fall season draws many tourists to the southern area of the state for scenic tours of the changing of the leaves. Lodging options in thi… read more
Ocean Shores is located on the Point Brown peninsula, in southwest Washington. A sleepy town during the winter, it becomes a busy seaside resort during the spring and summer. Mini-golf, kite flying and outdoor dinning are popular in O… read more
The top Wisconsin resorts are open all year long for business and leisure travelers. Visitors to the southern and northern parts of the state will find resorts with water parks and others that cater to golfers, hunters and sports enthu… read more
The Keystone Crossing area of Indianapolis is located near several parks and cycling courses. Mountain biking on Town Run Trail Park, a single track in Indianapolis, or hiking the Fall Creek Trail at Fort Harrison State Park will work… 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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