Springfield, Missouri, nicknamed "Queen City of the Ozarks," is the gateway city into the mountains. Famous Route 66 runs by Springfield, and has also given Springfield the name "Birthplace of Route 66." The proximity to the Ozark Mountains lends itself to outdoor recreation opportunities that include hiking, fishing, camping and boating. Nearby Stockton Lak… read more
There are hundreds of miles of untamed wilderness trails located all over the state of Arkansas. Arkansas hiking trails are loops that range in length from 220-mile treks to a mile or less and have a variety of difficulty levels. All o… read more
With mountain fishing, hiking, boating and the extensive Ozark Greenways network of trails and green spaces, Springfield, Missouri, has a variety of outdoor activities. Springfield is also the birthplace of the famed Route 66, making i… 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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