Palo Duro Canyon and Caprock Canyons carve deep into the plains of the Texas panhandle, bringing a taste of Arizona’s Grand Canyon to the Lone Star State. The terrain leading up to these two state parks is incredibly flat. The horizon is …
The Best Hikes in Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas
Mountains, sand dunes, and fall colors aren’t typically the first things that come to mind when thinking about Texas, but Guadalupe Mountains National Park in western Texas has it all. Because of its incredibly diverse natural features, Guadalupe Mountains National …
The 5 Best Hikes in Texas
From mountains to fields of wildflowers to swimming holes with gorgeous waterfalls, these are the 5 best hikes in Texas to add to your bucket list. 1. South Rim Trail in Big Bend National Park South Rim Trail in Big …
Big Bend National Park 2 Day Itinerary: A Guide for Hiking and Spectacular Stargazing
Big Bend National Park is a remote and expansive preserve of desert beauty along the Texas-Mexico border. While Big Bend is not the easiest National Park to get to, the remoteness is part of the allure. The hiking trails are less traveled here …
Ice Lake Trail: Guide for a Breathtakingly Beautiful Hike near Silverton, Colorado
The Ice Lake Trail near Silverton, Colorado is one of the dreamiest hikes we have ever done. This hike is the type that makes your jaw drop and gives you the undeniable urge to frolic. With mirror-like lakes, summertime wildflowers, …
Blue Lakes Trail: Guide for a Stunning Hike near Telluride, Colorado
The Blue Lakes trail near Telluride, Colorado leads to three beautiful alpine lakes in the Mount Sneffels wilderness. With stunning shades of blue water and colorful summertime wildflowers, it’s no wonder that this hike is popular for day hikers and backpackers …
Handies Peak, Colorado: How to Hike Your First 14er
Looking to bag your first 14er? Handies Peak is one of the most scenic, beginner-friendly 14er hikes in Colorado. That’s not to say it’s easy (hiking up a mountain at 14,000 feet about sea level will take your breath away …