Off the beaten path

Adventure Guide

“Every time I’ve strayed from the beaten path I’ve never regretted it. “

– Tori Murden

Our favorite thing to do on a trip is to wander around and find all the unique, off-the-beaten-path places. These adventures were usually our most memorable ones. So, welcome to our collection of all of our off-the-beaten-path adventures, ranging from unique roadside attractions such as the Glass Outhouse to obscure places like the Chasm of Doom and hidden hikes such as the Kalepa Ridge. We hope you find your own memories with these adventures and remember, please keep these places better than when you found them.

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Exploring the Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree National Park

Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

Adventures

How to Find Chasm of Doom in Joshua Tree NP

How to Find the Hidden Old Davenport Pier Swing

Spooky Canyon, a Hidden Gem Near Hoover Dam, AZ

Boynton Canyon Trail and the Secret Subway Cave in Sedona, AZ

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

How to Go Kayaking on Mono Lake – Lee Vining, CA

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How to Climb to the Top of Bell Rock | Sedona, AZ

Did you know that you can climb all the way to top of Bell Rock in Sedona? It is strenuous, dangerous yet super rewarding.

Spooky Canyon, a Hidden Gem Near Hoover Dam, AZ

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

White Pocket, a Great Alternative to the Wave in Arizona

How to Get to Arizona Hot Springs | Willow Beach, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

Robbers Roost Trail, One of the Most Beautiful Caves in Sedona, AZ

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How to Find the Elusive Stone Columns of Crowley Lake on US 395

Lake Crowley Stone Columns is a mysterious place along U.S. 395, features tall stone columns that resemble part of an ancient Moorish temple.

Rope Canyon Trail: A Short Yet Exciting Hike in Mecca, CA

Sky Meadows Trail, a Gorgeous Hidden Gem in Mammoth Lakes

Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge hike via Carrizo Gorge Road

How to Hike Yurok Loop to Beautiful Hidden Beach in Klamath, CA

Wild Willy’s Hot Spring: Best Natural Hot Spring Near Mammoth Lakes

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Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Only minutes from downtown Miami, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is a wonderful park with sandy beaches and a beautiful historic lighthouse that you can actually climb all the way to the top.

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

How to find Kaumana Caves – Hilo, Big Island

Kaumana Caves is part of an amazing 25-mile-long lava tube. It is a hidden gem, located just right outside Hilo, Big Island.

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Onomea (Pepe’ekeo) Scenic Drive – Hilo, HI

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

How to Hike Pu’u Ohulehule (Southeast Ridge), Scariest Hike in Oahu!

Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

How to Hike the Pu’u Ma’eli’eli Trail, a Local’s Gem in Oahu, HI

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5 Awesome Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Idaho is home to tons of hot springs. Here is the list of 5 awesome hot springs that you can find near Stanley, Idaho

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

How to Find Balanced Rock Near Twin Falls, Idaho

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

Kirkham Hot Springs in Boise National Forest | Idaho

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

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Hot Creek Springs, A Hidden Oasis in the Middle of Nevada’s Desert

Hot Creek Hot Springs is a hidden oasis in the middle of the desert of Lund, Nevada with clear, teal blue water and perfect temperature.

White Owl Canyon Trail, Lake Mead’s Best Kept Secret

Gold Strike Hot Springs, an Amazing Local Secret Near Las Vegas

Pastel Canyon Hike (Pink Canyon Hike) – Valley of Fire State Park, NV

Are You Brave Enough? Climbing the Knife Edge on Moapa Peak

Many Pools Trail - a Hidden Gem in Zion National Park

Many Pools Trail – a Hidden Gem in Zion NP

Many Pools Trail is one of the hidden gems inside Zion National Park, consists of breathtaking landscape and much-needed solitude.

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Cascade Falls – A Wonderful Unofficial Trail in Zion NP

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

How to Find Many Pools’ Unknown Neighbor Trail | Zion NP

Red Reef Trail, a Beautiful Hidden Gem Near Hurricane, UT

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

How to Hike Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail in Port Ludlow, WA

Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail is a local's favorite at Port Ludlow, WA consists of lush forest, a beautiful creek, and a 30-foot waterfall.

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Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

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Adventures

How to Find Chasm of Doom in Joshua Tree NP

How to Find the Hidden Old Davenport Pier Swing

Spooky Canyon, a Hidden Gem Near Hoover Dam, AZ

Boynton Canyon Trail and the Secret Subway Cave in Sedona, AZ

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

How to Go Kayaking on Mono Lake – Lee Vining, CA

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How to Climb to the Top of Bell Rock | Sedona, AZ

Spooky Canyon, a Hidden Gem Near Hoover Dam, AZ

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

White Pocket, a Great Alternative to the Wave in Arizona

How to Get to Arizona Hot Springs | Willow Beach, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

Robbers Roost Trail, One of the Most Beautiful Caves in Sedona, AZ

How to Find the Elusive Stone Columns of Crowley Lake on US 395

Rope Canyon Trail: A Short Yet Exciting Hike in Mecca, CA

Sky Meadows Trail, a Gorgeous Hidden Gem in Mammoth Lakes

Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

Goat Canyon Trestle Bridge hike via Carrizo Gorge Road

How to Hike Yurok Loop to Beautiful Hidden Beach in Klamath, CA

Wild Willy’s Hot Spring: Best Natural Hot Spring Near Mammoth Lakes

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

How to find Kaumana Caves – Hilo, Big Island

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Onomea (Pepe’ekeo) Scenic Drive – Hilo, HI

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

How to Hike Pu’u Ohulehule (Southeast Ridge), Scariest Hike in Oahu!

Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

How to Hike the Pu’u Ma’eli’eli Trail, a Local’s Gem in Oahu, HI

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

How to Find Balanced Rock Near Twin Falls, Idaho

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

Kirkham Hot Springs in Boise National Forest | Idaho

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Spend a Day at Sunbeam Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

White Owl Canyon Trail, Lake Mead’s Best Kept Secret

Gold Strike Hot Springs, an Amazing Local Secret Near Las Vegas

Pastel Canyon Hike (Pink Canyon Hike) – Valley of Fire State Park, NV

Are You Brave Enough? Climbing the Knife Edge on Moapa Peak

Many Pools Trail – a Hidden Gem in Zion NP

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Cascade Falls – A Wonderful Unofficial Trail in Zion NP

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

How to Find Many Pools’ Unknown Neighbor Trail | Zion NP

Red Reef Trail, a Beautiful Hidden Gem Near Hurricane, UT

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

How to Hike Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail in Port Ludlow, WA

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