Road Trips, Scenic Drives

& Adventure Guides

“Because the greatest part of a road trip isn’t arriving at your destination. It’s all the wild stuff that happens along the way.“

– Emma Chase

Welcome to our collection of awesome road trips, scenic drives, off-road trails, and detailed adventure guides. Some of our favorite adventures are the super beautiful off-road trail to Yankee Boy Basin or the exciting UTV ride in Munds Park. Don’t forget our detailed guide to visit Redwood State Park or the breathtaking White Sands National Park. Here, you’ll find beautiful scenic drives, awesome spots to stop along a road trip as well as our comprehensive adventure guides and things to do that will make your trip planning a whole lot easier!

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7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

Adventures

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

8 Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park (#5 is Our Favorite!)

Where to See Wildflowers in Southern California this Spring

7 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

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Chiricahua National Monument: How to Spend Your First Visit!

Chiricahua National Monument is known as the "Wonderland of Rocks" in Arizona. This lesser-known park is full of impressive hoodoos, interesting rock formations, and awe-inspiring balancing rocks.

5 Amazing Beginner Hikes in Sedona, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

Complete Guide for the Scenic Drive in Chiricahua National Monument

The scenic drive in Chiricahua National Monument winds through beautiful viewpoints and access to 17 miles of day-use hiking trails.

How to Have an Unforgettable Offroad Experience in Munds Park, Arizona

How to Visit Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well, Arizona

Montezuma Castle and Montezuma Well are two sections of the same monument, about 11 miles apart from each other. Each of these locations are fascinating in its own way, highlighting the history of the Native Americans.

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

How to Have an Unforgettable Offroad Experience in Munds Park, Arizona | Schnebly Hill Road

An unforgettable UTV offroad experience in Munds Park, Arizona that goes through forest roads before ending at the scenic Schnebly Hill Vista.

How to Drive Outlaw & Diamondback Gulch 4WD Trails in Sedona

How to Drive the Broken Arrow 4WD Trail in Sedona

Ultimate Guide for Visiting Sequoia Natiional Park in the Winter

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

Winter in Sequoia National Park is magical. Here is our complete guide on what to do in this beautiful place in the winter.

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes in Death Valley NP: How to Visit

Where to See Wildflowers in Southern California this Spring

7 Things to Do in Anza Borrego Desert State Park

7 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

6 Best Things to Do in Alabama Hills, CA

Everything You Need to Know About Death Valley National Park!

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Kings Canyon Scenic Byway: Everything You Need to Know

Kings Canyon Scenic Byway in California is 50 miles, traversing through gorgeous canyon with many interesting stops along the way.

Olancha Sculpture Garden by Jael Hoffman – Highway 395, CA

Located right off the U.S. Highway 395, Olancha Sculpture Garden is a unique, off-the-beaten-path social commentary by Jael Hoffmann.

How to Find the Hidden Old Davenport Pier Swing

Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch, Not Just a Roadside Attraction! Route 66, CA

How to Find Cayucos Shipwreck Along California Coast

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

Rock-a-Hoola Waterpark, Newberry Springs, CA

How to Find All the Metal Sculptures at Borrego Springs, CA

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Full Guide for Yankee Boy Basin Road, a Beautiful Off-Road Trail in Ouray, Colorado

A classic example of the Colorado mountain scenery, Yankee Boy Basin in Ouray, CO is an off-road trail featuring stunning alpine scenery, colorful wildflowers, and flowing waterfalls.

North Rim Scenic Road of Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

14 Awesome Stops Along the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

South Rim Road, Best Way to Visit Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

A classic example of the Colorado mountain scenery, Yankee Boy Basin in Ouray, CO is an off-road trail featuring stunning alpine scenery, colorful wildflowers, and flowing waterfalls.

What to Do at Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL

Only 45 minutes from Orlando, Blue Spring State Park is not only a winter home to hundreds of manatees, but also full of fun activities such kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, and cave diving.

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

How to Visit Shark Valley in Everglades National Park

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

How to Spend Your Day at Silver Springs State Park | Florida

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

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Hoomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden is the most beautiful garden in Oahu, HI full of lush tropical plants against the majestic Ko'olau mountain range backdrop.

8 Things Worth Seeing in Kaanapali

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

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

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island, Hawaii

Top 10 Free Things to Do in North Shore Oahu, HI

3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

Chain of Craters scenic drive - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Chain of Craters Road – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI

The Chain of Craters Road is one of the most scenic roads on the Big Island. It stretches for 19 miles from the top of Kilauea Volcano to sea level.

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

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

Kapoho Kalapana Road Scenic Drive (Route 137) – Big Island, HI

How to Visit Thousand Springs State Park in Southern Idaho

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Everything You Need to Know About Death Valley National Park!

Death Valley is the largest national park in United State, and here is everything you need to know about this awesome place.

Valley of Fire State Park: The Ultimate Driving Guide

Everything You Need to Know About Cathedral Gorge: Complete Guide

The Mystical Seven Magic Mountains, Las Vegas, Nevada

Seven Magic Mountains is a unique public art display by the renowned Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone featured colorful columns of giant stacked boulders right in the middle of the desert.

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.

Fish Lake Valley, FREE Hot Spring in the Middle of Nevada Desert!

How to Find Hidden Under Water Cave at Gandy Warm Spring, UT

Most Unique Roadside Attraction: International Car Forest in Goldfield, Nevada

Ultimate Guide to Visiting White Sands National Park | New Mexico

White Sands National Park in New Mexico is a surreal place to visit with glistening white sand dunes and tons of fun sledding.

Carlsbad Caverns Big Room: Everything You Need to Know

Beautiful viewpoint along Navajo Loop to Queens Garden Trail in the winter in Bryce Canyon National Park, UT

Why You Must Visit Bryce Canyon NP in the Winter: Complete Guide

Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah is exceptionally beautiful in the winter with its red hoodoos covered in snow and a must to visit!

How to Visit Goblin Valley State Park With Limited Time!

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

8 Things to Do in Northern Olympic National Park | Washington

8 Amazing Places in Northern Olympic National Park | Washington

Here's the list of 8 amazing places (plus 2 bonus places) in northern Olympic National Park in Washington, one of the larger US national parks

Complete Guide to Visit Cape Flattery in Washington State

The view on Obstruction Point Road in Hurricane Ridge

How to Drive Obstruction Point Road, Washington’s Scariest Road

As a narrow gravel road with steep drop-offs, Obstruction Point Road in Hurricane Ridge has been called Washington’s scariest road.

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Adventures

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

8 Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park (#5 is Our Favorite!)

Where to See Wildflowers in Southern California this Spring

7 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

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Chiricahua National Monument: How to Spend Your First Visit!

5 Amazing Beginner Hikes in Sedona, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

Complete Guide for the Scenic Drive in Chiricahua National Monument

How to Have an Unforgettable Offroad Experience in Munds Park, Arizona

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

How to Drive Outlaw & Diamondback Gulch 4WD Trails in Sedona

How to Drive the Broken Arrow 4WD Trail in Sedona

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes in Death Valley NP: How to Visit

Where to See Wildflowers in Southern California this Spring

7 Things to Do in Anza Borrego Desert State Park

7 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

6 Best Things to Do in Alabama Hills, CA

Everything You Need to Know About Death Valley National Park!

Olancha Sculpture Garden by Jael Hoffman – Highway 395, CA

How to Find the Hidden Old Davenport Pier Swing

Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch, Not Just a Roadside Attraction! Route 66, CA

How to Find Cayucos Shipwreck Along California Coast

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

Rock-a-Hoola Waterpark, Newberry Springs, CA

How to Find All the Metal Sculptures at Borrego Springs, CA

North Rim Scenic Road of Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

14 Awesome Stops Along the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

South Rim Road, Best Way to Visit Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

What to Do at Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

How to Visit Shark Valley in Everglades National Park

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

7 Unique Things to Do Near Orlando That Aren’t Theme Parks

How to Spend Your Day at Silver Springs State Park | Florida

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

8 Things Worth Seeing in Kaanapali

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

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

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island, Hawaii

Top 10 Free Things to Do in North Shore Oahu, HI

3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

Chain of Craters Road – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

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

Kapoho Kalapana Road Scenic Drive (Route 137) – Big Island, HI

How to Visit Thousand Springs State Park in Southern Idaho

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Valley of Fire State Park: The Ultimate Driving Guide

Everything You Need to Know About Cathedral Gorge: Complete Guide

The Mystical Seven Magic Mountains, Las Vegas, Nevada

Fish Lake Valley, FREE Hot Spring in the Middle of Nevada Desert!

How to Find Hidden Under Water Cave at Gandy Warm Spring, UT

Most Unique Roadside Attraction: International Car Forest in Goldfield, Nevada

Ultimate Guide to Visiting White Sands National Park | New Mexico

Carlsbad Caverns Big Room: Everything You Need to Know

Why You Must Visit Bryce Canyon NP in the Winter: Complete Guide

How to Visit Goblin Valley State Park With Limited Time!

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

8 Amazing Places in Northern Olympic National Park | Washington

Complete Guide to Visit Cape Flattery in Washington State

How to Drive Obstruction Point Road, Washington’s Scariest Road

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