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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Slab City and East Jesus “The Last Free Place In America,” California

How to find Mobius Arch in Alabama Hills, CA

How to Find Liberty Bell Arch | Willow Beach, AZ

Shark Cage Tour with Hawaii Shark Encounters on North Shore, Oahu

Papakolea Green Sand Beach, the Most Beautiful Beach on Big Island, HI

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

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

Arizona Hot Springs, down the street from Hoover Dam features gorgeous views of the clear blue water from the Colorado River, colorful slot canyons, and beautiful pools of therapeutic hot springs.

Cliff Dwellers, an Interesting Roadside Attraction in Marble Canyon, AZ

Sedona Caves Trail, A Hike to Beautiful Caves

Cathedral Wash Trail, Best Kept Secret Near Page, AZ

Hike to the Secret Birthing Cave – Sedona, Az

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

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

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Exploring Bombay Beach in Salton Sea, California: Top 10 things to see

Our top 10 things to see when exploring the bizarre arts of the abandoned Bombay Beach in Salton Sea, California.

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Elk Head Trail to College Cove, a Beautiful Coastal Hike in Trinidad, CA

Olancha Sculpture Garden by Jael Hoffman – Highway 395, CA

How to find Mobius Arch in Alabama Hills, CA

Salvation Mountain, Free One of a Kind Monument in Niland, CA

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

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

Catboat ride with Catboat Escapes in Orlando is a fun and adrenaline fill adventure where you get to drive a catboat through the beautiful Clermont chain of lakes.

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

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Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

Kalepa Ridge trail is an unofficial trail in Koke'e State Park, Kauai that provide a breathtaking, panoramic views of the Na Pali Coast and Kalalau Valley.

Olomana Trail – How to Hike All Three Peaks | Oahu, HI

How to Find the Makapuu Tide Pools in Oahu, HI

Top 10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to Do In Oahu

Onomea Bay Trail – Big Island, HI

Moanalua Valley Middle Ridge Trail to Stairway to Heaven | Oahu, HI

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

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Valley Creek Hot Springs in Stanley, Idaho

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Valley Creek Hot Springs in Stanley is a less popular hot spring, yet it has the most beautiful mountain backdrop and perfect location.

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

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

How to Find Balanced Rock Near Twin Falls, Idaho

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

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

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Best Thing to Do in Cathedral Gorge in Nevada, Exploring the Slot Canyons

Within the crevices of these spires hidden interesting caves, captivating corridors, and slot canyons. One of our favorite things to do at Cathedral Gorge State Park is to explore all the caves and slot canyons in the park.

Goshute Cave: How to Explore its Hidden Passages | Nevada

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

How to Explore Devil’s Gate Slot Canyon, Nevada

How to Discover the Hidden Wonders of Boy Scout Canyon, Nevada

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

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

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How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Phipps Arch is a remote trail in Escalante, UT that takes hikers to beautiful landscapes, and an impressive but elusive arch at the end.

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

How to Explore Devil’s Gate Slot Canyon, Nevada

How to Explore Tabernacle Hill Lava Tubes in Fillmore, Utah

Meadow Hot Springs, Complete Guide to Visit Utah’s Hidden Gem

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

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

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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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Slab City and East Jesus “The Last Free Place In America,” California

How to find Mobius Arch in Alabama Hills, CA

How to Find Liberty Bell Arch | Willow Beach, AZ

Shark Cage Tour with Hawaii Shark Encounters on North Shore, Oahu

Papakolea Green Sand Beach, the Most Beautiful Beach on Big Island, HI

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

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BY states

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

Cliff Dwellers, an Interesting Roadside Attraction in Marble Canyon, AZ

Sedona Caves Trail, A Hike to Beautiful Caves

Cathedral Wash Trail, Best Kept Secret Near Page, AZ

Hike to the Secret Birthing Cave – Sedona, Az

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

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

Exploring Bombay Beach in Salton Sea, California: Top 10 things to see

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Elk Head Trail to College Cove, a Beautiful Coastal Hike in Trinidad, CA

Olancha Sculpture Garden by Jael Hoffman – Highway 395, CA

How to find Mobius Arch in Alabama Hills, CA

Salvation Mountain, Free One of a Kind Monument in Niland, CA

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

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

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

Olomana Trail – How to Hike All Three Peaks | Oahu, HI

How to Find the Makapuu Tide Pools in Oahu, HI

Top 10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Things to Do In Oahu

Onomea Bay Trail – Big Island, HI

Moanalua Valley Middle Ridge Trail to Stairway to Heaven | Oahu, HI

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

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

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

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

How to Find Balanced Rock Near Twin Falls, Idaho

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

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

Goshute Cave: How to Explore its Hidden Passages | Nevada

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

How to Explore Devil’s Gate Slot Canyon, Nevada

How to Discover the Hidden Wonders of Boy Scout Canyon, Nevada

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

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

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

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

How to Explore Devil’s Gate Slot Canyon, Nevada

How to Explore Tabernacle Hill Lava Tubes in Fillmore, Utah

Meadow Hot Springs, Complete Guide to Visit Utah’s Hidden Gem

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

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

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

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