Bucket List Hikes in USA
The best hikes and sights outdoor travel adventurers cannot miss in the US. Don't skip these must-see destinations in California, Colorado, Utah and more.
California Destinations
California has countless beautiful destinations from Southern California, up the coast, and to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This is my collection of must-see places in California, ranging from easy sightseeing destinations to short walks to longer hiking trails.
Big Pine Lakes is the best hike in California you cannot miss. Located in Inyo National Forest, this 11-mile hike is full of turquoise alpine lakes and stunning granite mountain landscape.
Alabama Hills in California is an easy stop you cannot miss on your road trip in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This guide will help you plan best points of interest worth seeing on US-395 on the way from Los Angeles to Lake Tahoe.
The Hollywood Sign is a must-hike for tourists and there are many different trails for all levels of hikers. The shortest and best hike to access the …
Tucked away in the Eastern Sierra near Mammoth Lakes, the Hot Creek Geologic Site is an awe-inspiring natural wonder where steaming hot springs …
The Minaret Lake Loop in Ansel Adams Wilderness is supposedly one of the most popular cross-country loops in the Mammoth Lakes area. Most people hike …
The Devils Postpile National Momument is a unique rock formation in Mammoth Lakes, CA and only a short hike to access.
Alamere Falls is one of the best waterfalls in Northern California, known for being one of the only waterfalls in the United States that pours …
Potato Chip Rock Hike in Lake Poway is a popular hiking trail located in San Diego County, California. The trail is known for its moderately steep …
Colorado Destinations
Colorado has many beautiful destinations from Rocky Mountain National Park, to Aspen and Snowmass Wilderness, to the colorful (and my personal favorite) San Juan Mountains. This is my collection of must-see places in Colorado, ranging from easy sightseeing destinations to hiking trails to adventurous via ferrata climbs for all levels of travelers.
Utah, Arizona, Nevada Desert Destinations
The Southwest USA (primarily Utah, Arizona, and Nevada) has countless beautiful desert destinations. This is my collection of must-see places for desert landscape for travelers of all levels. Whether you are planning a short road trip looking for the best sightseeing stops or a longer adventure with some hikes to stretch your legs, these are destinations you cannot skip.
What is a Slot Canyon A slot canyon is a slender gorge, often carved by the relentless force of water, wind, and time. These unique corridors can be …
Arches National Park in Moab is one of the Mighty Five Utah National Parks and boasts over 2,000 natural arches. A main road provides a scenic drive …
Valley of Fire State Park is a must-see in Nevada. The landscape here is unique, stunning, and easy to access. It is only one hour north of Las …
Marlboro Point is one of Moab, Utah’s best-kept secrets—a jaw-dropping viewpoint overlooking Bird’s View Butte and Crow’s Head Spires. This hidden …
Canyonlands National Park near Moab, Utah is one of the most underrated national parks in the USA. It’s often overshadowed by its neighbor, Arches …
Wyoming Destinations
This may be the best hike in all of Wyoming