These 21 US National Parks Are Free Year-Round
US National Parks are expensive. You could always go during fee-free days but then you have to deal with crowds. The next best thing? National parks that are always free. Yup. They exist.
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Plan the Perfect Southwest Montana Winter Getaway: Skiing, Snowshoeing and Hidden Gems
Southwest Montana has beautiful landscapes, tiny ski resorts, expansive cross country ski trails, rustic hot springs and so much more. Here’s how to plan a perfect winter trip.
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The 5 Best Hikes in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Looking for a good place to put boots on trail? These are the 5 best hikes in Chattanooga, TN (according to folks who have hiked them).
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The 5 Best Hikes in Sedona, Arizona (According to Local Experts)
Sedona is a stunning hiking destination. The red dirt, massive canyons, towering rock features, it’s an outdoor playground like no other. But with miles and miles of interconnected trails to choose from in and around the city, how are you supposed to know which are the best hikes in Sedona?
Fortunately, not only do we have personal experience with hiking in Sedona and surrounding (sprawling) Coconino National Forest, we know plenty of other folks who know far more about the area than we do (you know, people who live and work there). So we asked them to share the best Sedona hikes so you can explore the best of the best. -
Where to Hike in Winter if You Hate Hiking in Winter: 5 Warm Weather Hiking Destinations in the US
Here are some of our favorite warm winter hiking destinations that aren’t typically as cold as the country’s northern regions. In these places, roads don’t close because of snow, there are no microspikes or snowshoes required and you probably won’t freeze your buns off when you stop for a breather.
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10 Haunted Hikes to Celebrate Spooky Season!
Spooky season is our favorite time of year here at Terradrift. Halloween is our favorite holiday, we love Dia de los Muertos traditions, and frankly, we embody the spirit of the season year-round. So you know we’re always down for a haunted hike, eerie trail and darkly historic adventure. Fortunately, there are plenty to choose from across the U.S. Here are 10 haunted hikes to get your heart pumping (in all the ways).
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The 5 Best Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park (According to Experts)
Dreaming of a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park or Estes Park, Colorado? Why wouldn’t you be?! They’re beautiful destinations in every season and for adventurers who love to meaner in the mountains, this part of Colorado is a great place to do it. We’ve spent some time in the park ourselves, but we also called on a few experts to share what they think are the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), all so you can hit trails with confidence knowing you experienced the best the park has to offer.
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The 5 Best Hikes In Silverthorne, Colorado (According to Locals)
Silverthorne, Colorado is easy to drive right by, especially if you’re headed down I-70 through the state or making a bee-line to a more popular outdoor destination like Breckenridge. But Silverthone and its neighbor Frisco are more than worth exploring on their own. The area offers outdoor fun galore, plus tons of hiking, biking, and art (and for a lot less money than bougie Breck just a few minutes up the canyon). Plus, it’s located alongside inviting Dillon Reservoir. So grab your sun hoodie and trekking poles and start your exploratory visit with one of the 5 best hikes in Silverthorne (according to the folks who call the region home)!
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The Least Crowded National Parks in the US, Ranked
Tired of long longs and packed trailheads? Check out our list of the least crowded US national parks and take the road less traveled.
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The 100 Best Hiking Trails in the US According to AllTrails
There are so many amazing hikes out there it’s hard to know where to start or go to next. Luckily, with a little help from AllTrails, we can get an idea of which are the most hike-worthy trails out there. It may come as no surprise that #1 is also our favorite Utah hike: Navajo Loop and Queens Garden Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park (we talk about it in our Utah Mighty 5 road trip itinerary that you should definitely check out).
