One of the most majestic places to see along the Snake River is Hells Canyon. A ten-mile wide canyon with scenic vistas, the deepest point at 7, 993 feet, almost 2,000 feet deeper than the Grand Canyon. It is North America’s deepest river gorge. Makes the Grand Canyon seem a little less grand doesn’t it? What’s beautiful about Hells Canyon …
The south island of New Zealand is filled with incredible beauty, culture, food, and people and has been one of the best places I have ever been. There’s a ton to explore but you will need a rental car to get around (and then you need to drive on the opposite side of the road, depending on where you are …
When you think of New Jersey the first thing that comes to mind is the Jersey Shore and the turnpike, not hiking and nature. But I am constantly pleasantly surprised at all the hiking opportunities and forces of nature that occur in this state. It may not be home to any of America’s national parks, but it does have 72.2 …
The Azores islands are one of those yet to be discovered, off the radar, destinations with some of the most spectacular scenery you will ever see. The most well-known and most populated island, São Miguel island, is most people’s first stop on their Azores journey. This island offers a little bit of everything, from great food, to beautiful vistas and …
The island of São Miguel, one of nine in the middle of the Atlantic, has beautiful landscape, lots of hiking trails, and great cities like Ponta Delgada. There is so much to see and do on this island, it can be hard to choose. But if lush forest, dense vegetation and panoramic views are your thing, then hiking to the …
The city of Vancouver is a vibrant major city on the west coast Canadian that boasts a ton of things to do from outdoor activities to city vibes. Vancouver is also within the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm and should be recognized as such. If you only have one day in Vancouver or a couple of days, this list …
I’m from a very small Canadian town in Nova Scotia called Digby. Known for its scallops (which are amazing by the way) and the highest tides in the world. What it hasn’t been known for is its hiking trails. But that seems to be changing as the town of Digby has recently developed an incredibly scenic trail system for all …
The City of Cordova, which is more of a small town in Alaska, is an underrated destination that should be experienced by all adventure travelers. Nestled between mountains and the sea, this is the perfect place to see some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife and hike to some stunning viewpoints. In this area many adventurers think about visiting Valdez, but …
The Azores Islands are a bit of an enigma to most. When you tell someone, you are heading to the Azores you tend to get blank stares in response, followed by “Where is that?” But trust me, it is one of the best places to visit and a great option if you are looking to avoid some of the major …
Huddled alongside Olympic National Park is the Olympic National Forest, arguably just as beautiful as the national park, and a quintessential Pacific Northwest spot. Skip the permits, the crowds and the advanced bookings and head to the national forest, where you can find hiking for everyone, including your four-legged friends. Getting to Marmot Pass Marmot Pass, like many of the …