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...travel Route 66
Oh, the neon you'll see! Admit it, you've wanted to do this for years.  Check out the Route 66 Guide.
... climb a mountain
There's a safer alternative to rock climbing in West Virginia, one that has rungs and cables already installed.
... drive to the bottom
of the Grand Canyon.  One road across Indian land will take you there. Yep, it's bumpy.
 

 

 

 

 

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West is still wild when paddling the Rio Grande

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Everything That's Great at Mount Rainier National Park

It's Seattle's backyard, but you're invited to come over and play. Walk through dreamy wildflower-filled meadows, in the shadow of a sleeping volcanic giant.  Hike to waterfalls and talk to marmots and bears.  There's enough here to fill a week, or two.

Pick Your Adventure...

London's Calling, Answer It

Cross the pond and visit Britain.  Four days in London is plenty to check out the sights, like Big Ben, St. Paul's, the Tower of London and Tower Bridge.  Then, walk in the footsteps of Henry VIII at Hampton Court Palace.  Start with the Guide for American Visitors.

Get Some Color

What could be better in October than driving and hiking beneath some of New England's most colorful trees?  Make it a little better: do it all while gazing out over the "other" Big Sur, the one on the Atlantic Coast at Acadia National Park.

Dive Into International Waters

You've heard a lot about America's southern border.  But you probably haven't heard about one part that's rugged, beautiful, and safe.  Get your feet wet, and paddle between nations.

Hike in the Middle of the Pacific Ocean

It's California's often-overlooked National Park: the Channel Islands, off the coast of Santa Barbara.  Think of it as Hawaii, but closer.  Mountains rise up from the choppy water, and you can hike to your heart's content -- so long as you can still stand, after the boat ride.

Ski in Yosemite National Park

Who knew?  One of America's most stunning parks may be well known for its glacier-carved valley and abundant waterfalls, but when winter arrives, you can also hit the slopes, and learn new moves at California's oldest ski-school.

Walk On Athabasca Glacier

A drive through the Canadian Rockies provides an unusual chance at a once-in-a-lifetime experience: the opportunity to safely walk on top of a huge, ancient glacier.  It's melting, though, so get your crevasse moving.

Discover The "Other" California Coast

Most people think of the Big Sur region of California as its most dramatic coastline.  They must not have seen the Lost Coast, north of San Francisco.  A narrow, lonely road takes you to a place where cows enjoy some of America's most beautiful real estate.

Walk Where Angels Fear To Tread

It's the centerpiece of Zion National Park, but getting to the top of Angels Landing will require some huffing, puffing, and nerves of steel.  Only a few feet of rock stand between you and a dramatic drop -- on both sides.  Just hold onto those chains, and you'll be fine.

Take The High Road, The Really High Road

Driving through Rocky Mountain National Park takes you to new heights, along the highest continuous road in America.  Oh, and the scenery will make it tough to catch your breath, too.

One Heck Of A Hole In The Ground

Carlsbad Caverns is probably a lot different than any other cave you've explored.  It's big -- so big, you probably won't feel claustrophobic.  The stalactites and stalagmites are probably bigger than anything you've seen anywhere else, too.  And, you can explore on your own -- no need to stop and go with a tour group. 

So Bad, But So Good

South Dakota's Badlands aren't bad at all, so long as you've got a gallon of water and a full tank of gas.  Here, nature is harsh and beautiful, all at the same time.  Spend an entire day captivated by erosion.  Seriously, you can.