Siesta Key, located off the coast of Sarasota, Florida, is an ideal vacation spot for nature lovers. The south end of the island is especially perfect for anyone who enjoys outdoor activities. Adventures includes scuba diving on a fossilized reef, renting a kayak for a leisurely paddle, hiking one of Siesta Key's two state parks, fishing, swimming or simply… read more
Just northwest of the "Valley of the Sun," and 45 miles from downtown Phoenix, Surprise is surrounded by mountain parks, lakes and the Sonoran desert. Surprise offers swimming at the 10,562-square-foot Aquatics Center, hiking and biking at the White Tank Regional Park, or playing a game of tennis on one of the 25 courts at the Surprise Tennis and Racquet Cen… read more
Located about 20 miles northwest of Tampa, Palm Harbor, Fla., is situated along the Gulf of Mexico. Lake Tarpon attracts freshwater fishermen, and deep-sea charters are available in the Gulf. The area also is known for outdoor activities such as water skiing, sailing and golf. There are four marinas with boat ramps in the area. read more
Surprise, Arizona offers numerous outdoor activities, such as hiking and camping in White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Play tennis or racquet ball at the Tennis and Racquet Complex or play golf on one of eight public golf courses. You can also enjoy a day with your family swimming at the Surprise Aquatic center, shopping in different stores and eating in one… read more
The RV parks and campgrounds in Casper, Wyoming provide perfect lodging for those who come to this state for outdoor recreation. These parks put you close by the 2.5 mile Garde Creek Falls hiking trail on Casper Mountain that lead you to a beautiful waterfall. The same area is also home to a doubletrack bike trail that runs 3.3 miles. Bring your fishing gear… read more
Rich in history and education, Boston, Massachusetts is also a thriving sports mecca and outdoor retreat. Home of the second-oldest public golf course in the United States (William J. Devine Golf Course) and Boston Harbor, where sailin… 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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