Outdoor Adventures

A whale watcher dedicates nearly four decades to an unanticipated passion.

An adventure-loving couple takes a more luxurious route to celebrate their anniversary.

Discover a bike trail that spans Pittsburgh to Washington, DC, connecting cyclists along the way.

Head to Northeast dairy country for some of America’s finest cheeses.

Outdoor activities include kayaking and zip lining.

Hikers are rewarded with breathtaking views.

Road trip to explore caves leads to fun places and tight space.

Beach camping, fine dining and whale watching all are available in the scenic archipelago.

For the past 25 years, Connie Gelb Otteman’s family has crisscrossed Colorado's high country on a mad mission to climb all 58 14,000-foot peaks.

Explore the mountains with some new furry pals.

For almost half a century, a group of high school buddies have bonded on the water.

Crater of Diamonds State Park is the only publicly accessible diamond site.

Stunning vistas prevail in one of Colorado's national parks.

New California residents try camping, glamping and a destination hotel, all in one road trip.

The great outdoors reveals the rich diversity of nature.

A road trip from Cabo San Lucas is worth your time.

Even if you don’t catch a thing, you can still savor the experience.

Minnesota’s North Shore All-American Scenic Drive leads to a prime wilderness experience.

Taking three days to complete this three-hour drive isn’t uncommon; there’s a lot to see.

Three longtime friends reconnect on a camping trip in Superior National Forest.

If you don't want to climb, families and non-hikers can still find plenty to do near Colorado fourteeners.

A weekend getaway from Mexico City to Valle de Bravo offers butterfly-watching and fun at the lake.

Six family members immerse themselves in nature and attempt to bond.

A loose travel itinerary allows discoveries around every turn.

Miss skiing in the offseason? A 150-mile road trip across British Columbia in an Enterprise rental car takes you from Vancouver to Coquihalla Mountain, where you can go ski touring in the Canadian spring. The mountain likely won’t be crowded, and you can stop in the town of Hope afterward for donut holes.

A workaholic who dreads weekends and a wanderer constantly in motion explore Canada’s Sea to Sky Highway.

Follow the journey of a mountaineering novice as she conquers Wapta Icefield.

Sites in Yucatán and Quintana Roo offer awe-inspiring history lessons.

Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Valley of Fire are easy drives from the city.

Scottsdale, Arizona, makes a good base for a new adventure.

This remote Alaska destination offers towering glaciers, crystalline waterways and wildlife galore.

The iconic bridge is stunning, and our newest national park offers much more.

An autumn camping trip offers serenity and easy social distancing.

A Canadian writer recalls her fruit-foraging childhood.

Glamping is a more luxurious form of traditional camping that still allows you to connect with nature.

West Texas’ dry climate and sparse population create ideal conditions.

Shawnee National Forest welcomes campers, hikers, climbers and waterfall lovers.

In Mexico, clear water in limestone pits beckons travelers.

A former university student explores British Columbia’s largest city — and finds spontaneous adventure.

The route through the Medicine Bow Mountains features fly-fishing, camping and more.

The iconic saguaro cactus is a symbol of the Southwest.

Rent a car and drive to a marina for an experience unlike any other.

Ontario’s largest provincial park influenced some of Canada’s most iconic art.

A road trip reminds one traveler how his home shaped him forever.

Local handicrafts, artfully tiled walls and baby turtles delight visitors.

Mom-and-pop lodges offer affordability and community.

Explore the trails of Southwest Virginia with easy day hikes.

The "World’s Aquarium" is so full of marine life, it almost defies belief.

A day trip to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area provides a welcome contrast to the glitz of the Strip.

With its towering red rocks, the Arizona desert city has an unforgettable natural beauty.

Geological wonders offer clues to Wyoming’s distant past.

Native American land inspired an iconic art form.

The second largest canyon in the United States is nicknamed “The Grand Canyon of Texas.”

This Canadian hot spot welcomes newcomers all year long.

Hike, swim or just enjoy the views on this rural route.

The secret is out at this hidden cave system near Cancun.

Adventurous activity reminds author of childhood spent in Russia.

Good photos require passion — and patience.