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 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

Adventures

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

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

Discover Yankee Boy Basin, the Most Beautiful Offroad Trail in Ouray, CO

Complete Guide to Drive Capitol Reef Scenic Drive

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

Complete Guide to Visit Rainbow Springs State Park | Florida

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Our list of 5 amazing easy hikes in Sedona that are not only perfect for beginners but also very beautiful!

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

Chiricahua National Monument: How to Spend Your First Visit!

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 Drive Outlaw & Diamondback Gulch 4WD Trails in Sedona

Full guide on how to drive the Outlaw Trail and Diamondback Gulch Trail, the two most popular 4WD roads in Sedona, Arizona.

How to Drive the Broken Arrow 4WD Trail in Sedona

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

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Extensive guide and directions visit the 5 epic natural and FREE hot springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA, located along Benton Crossing Road.

How to Visit Redwood National Park: Best 3-Day Itinerary

7 Awesome Easy Trails in Joshua Tree National Park

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

7 Things to Do in Anza Borrego Desert State Park

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

5 Easy Hikes in 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.

Rock-a-Hoola Waterpark, Newberry Springs, CA

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

How to Find Cayucos Shipwreck Along California Coast

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 All the Metal Sculptures at Borrego Springs, CA

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

Complete Guide on how to Visit the South Rim Scenic Road in Black canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Colorado.

Discover Yankee Boy Basin, the Most Beautiful Offroad Trail in Ouray, CO

North Rim Scenic Road of Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

14 Awesome Stops Along the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

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.

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs State Park| Florida

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

De Leon Springs State Park in Florida is full of history and a perfect place to take a dip in the clear, freshwater springs.

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

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

Complete Guide to Visit Rainbow Springs State Park | Florida

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

How to Visit Shark Valley in Everglades National Park

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

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How to Hike to Kaena Point via North Shore, HI

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

Top 10 FREE things to do in North Shore, Oahu, the perfect mixture of beautiful beaches, adorable rustic town, peace and tranquility.

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

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

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island, Hawaii

3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

8 Things Worth Seeing in Kaanapali

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

Hands down our most favorite scenic drive on the Big Island, Kapoho-Kalapana Road (Route 137) is full of hidden gems such as secret swing, sea arch, and black sand beaches.

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

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

Chain of Craters Road – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 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 Cathedral Gorge: Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about Cathedral Gorge State Park in Nevada, unique park known for its cathedral-like siltstone spires.

Valley of Fire State Park: The Ultimate Driving Guide

Everything You Need to Know About Death Valley National Park!

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.

Fish Lake Valley Hot Spring is a free natural hot spring in Nevada, with breathtaking views of the rugged White Mountains and the night sky.

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

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

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

Carlsbad Caverns Big Room: Everything You Need to Know

The Big Room in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico is the largest, readily accessible cave chamber in North America with breathtaking views and interesting geology features. It's worth a visit!

Ultimate Guide to Visiting White Sands National Park | New Mexico

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

Our recommendation for the 4 beautiful, unofficial trails in Zion National Park, where you can find slot canyons, big horn sheep and more.

How to Visit Goblin Valley State Park With Limited Time!

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

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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7 Beautiful Spring Hikes to Explore in Southern California

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Adventures

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

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

Discover Yankee Boy Basin, the Most Beautiful Offroad Trail in Ouray, CO

Complete Guide to Drive Capitol Reef Scenic Drive

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

Complete Guide to Visit Rainbow Springs State Park | Florida

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How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

Chiricahua National Monument: How to Spend Your First Visit!

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 the Broken Arrow 4WD Trail in Sedona

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

5 Epic Natural Hot Springs in Mammoth Lakes, CA

How to Visit Redwood National Park: Best 3-Day Itinerary

7 Awesome Easy Trails in Joshua Tree National Park

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

7 Things to Do in Anza Borrego Desert State Park

Ultimate Guide for Sequoia National Park in the Winter

5 Easy Hikes in Death Valley National Park

Olancha Sculpture Garden by Jael Hoffman – Highway 395, CA

Rock-a-Hoola Waterpark, Newberry Springs, CA

Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

How to Find Cayucos Shipwreck Along California Coast

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 All the Metal Sculptures at Borrego Springs, CA

Discover Yankee Boy Basin, the Most Beautiful Offroad Trail in Ouray, CO

North Rim Scenic Road of Black Canyon of Gunnison NP

14 Awesome Stops Along the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado

How to Spend Your Day at De Leon Springs | Florida

Complete Guide on How to Visit Dry Tortugas NP | Florida

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

Complete Guide to Visit Rainbow Springs State Park | Florida

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

How to Visit Shark Valley in Everglades National Park

A Quick Guide to Visit Biscayne National Park | Florida

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

Everything You Need to Know About Hanauma Bay | Oahu

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

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

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island, Hawaii

3 Best Snorkeling Spots in Kauai for Beginners

8 Things Worth Seeing in Kaanapali

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

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

Hoʻomaluhia, the Most Beautiful Botanical Garden in Oahu, HI

Chain of Craters Road – Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, 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 Death Valley National Park!

The Mystical Seven Magic Mountains, Las Vegas, Nevada

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

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

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

Carlsbad Caverns Big Room: Everything You Need to Know

Ultimate Guide to Visiting White Sands National Park | New Mexico

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

How to Visit Goblin Valley State Park With Limited Time!

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

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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