Nestled in the Eastern Panhandle of the Mountain State, West Virginia’s Lost River region offers a wealth of outdoor activities, unique local shops, and cozy stays for anyone seeking a peaceful mountain getaway. From hiking scenic trails, to paddling along undisturbed rivers, to fishing in pristine waters, to mountain biking across rugged paths, Lost River …
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Situated on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and known for its beautiful beaches, lively boardwalk, and wide range of adventurous attractions, Ocean City, Maryland is a destination that should be at the top of every outdoorsy adventure-lover’s travel bucket list. With opportunities for surfing, coastal hiking, kayaking, bird watching and even wild pony spotting, a road trip …
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Nestled in the southwestern corner of the Mountain State, West Virginia’s Hatfield-McCoy Mountain Region is truly an adventure-lover’s paradise. The region’s vibrant landscapes are as iconic as the area’s namesake – the infamous Hatfield and McCoy family feud – and make for the perfect backdrop for your southern West Virginia adventure. If you like hiking, …
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Although many more Americans are exploring our national parks and public lands than ever before, an ever-widening diversity gap exists when it comes to who has access to the outdoors. Data shows that people of color are far less likely to take part in nature-based activities such as visiting state and national parks. In order …
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Located three hours from Los Angeles at the junction of the Colorado and Mojave Deserts, Joshua Tree, California is a haven for those who love art and the outdoors. And despite what you may have heard, this little desert town has so much to more offer beyond its National Park. It’s vibrant, thriving, weird in …
Ever wanted to watch the sunrise from above the clouds? Or folic across a black sand beach surrounded by the most beautiful sea cliffs? Does a scenic drive home to dozens of roadside waterfalls pique your interest? If you answered yes to any of these questions, a trip to the island of Maui, Hawai’i should …
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Aptly nicknamed “the gathering place,” O’ahu Hawai’i is the most-visited island in the Sandwich Islands archipelago, and hosts more visitors every year than all of the other Hawaiian islands combined. It is easy to understand why it is such a popular travel destination – from beautiful beaches, to adrenaline-inducing ridge hikes, to ono (delicious) grindz, …
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Hiking the infamous Koko Head stairs may be pretty high on your O’ahu, Hawai’i bucket list, but with 1048 railroad ties between you and the summit, this hike is one of the island’s most grueling, and may prove to be a challenge even to those who are in decently good shape. With this in mind, …
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If you’re in search of the perfect Mid-Atlantic East Coast mountain getaway, or on a hunt for the ideal home base to explore Shenandoah National Park (SNP), look no further than Luray (pronounced Loo-Ray), Virginia. This little town, situated to the west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, right outside SNP and George Washington National Forest, …
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