Explore 8 Shenandoah summits under 5 miles, from rocky overlooks to panoramic mountain views, with trailhead details, tips & printable guide.
Climb Bearfence Mountain in Shenandoah National Park for a short, rocky adventure with panoramic views and nearby waterfall hikes.
Explore Little Stony Man & Stony Man in Shenandoah National Park, with rocky overlooks, sweeping views & several hiking route options.
2 Utah state parks near Arches & Canyonlands worth the detour: Dead Horse Point for canyon views & Goblin Valley for hoodoos and hiking.
Boulder Mountain Resort and Hell’s Backbone Grill offer a cozy base with farm-to-table dining near iconic southern Utah adventures.
Hike to Goblin’s Lair in Goblin Valley State Park. Trail details, map, parking, photos & tips for exploring Utah’s hoodoo-filled landscape
Use Luray, Virginia, as your Shenandoah base camp for mountain adventures, caverns, local food, comfortable lodging and unexpected fun.
A rainy Shenandoah weekend led us underground to discover Luray Caverns and an entire side of the region we had overlooked.
Hike through Ashcroft Ghost Town near Aspen for alpine views, mining history, wildlife sightings, and the possibility of a fresh spring snowfall.
Discover Muir Woods National Monument near San Francisco, with towering redwoods, hiking trails, and a peaceful escape into nature.
Hike to Alamere Falls in Point Reyes National Seashore, a rare tidefall reached by a long coastal day hike where forests, cliffs, beaches, and the space between effort and awe meet.
Explore Napa Valley, where vineyards, golden hills, charming towns, scenic hikes, hot springs, & spa retreats invite you to slow down, explore & savor the journey. Free 8-page printable guide