America's Wild Frontiers: Hidden Canyons, High Peaks & Coastal Secrets

Launch a stand-up paddleboard on the calm waters of the Merced River for a unique vantage point of Half Dome and Yosemite Falls rising above the valley floor.

Take in the quintessential vista of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall framing Yosemite Valley from this historic granite turnout.

Walk out across the vast polygonal salt flats at the lowest elevation in North America, sitting 282 feet below sea level.

Catch golden hour light illuminating the deeply eroded, vibrant golden badlands overlooking the Death Valley salt pan.

Drive through volcanic hills oxidized into brilliant pastel shades of turquoise, purple, magenta, and gold.

Ascend to 5,475 feet for an expansive panoramic overlook across the entire Death Valley basin floor and the Panamint Range.

Sample old-world, additive-free natural wines cultivated from high-desert vineyards sheltered by dramatic red rock cliffs.

Scramble up the sandstone slope just off Highway 89 to access these eerie and photogenic man-made chambers carved directly into the cliffside.

Hike into a secluded canyon near Zion featuring natural rock amphitheaters, running desert springs, and sandstone slot narrows.

Walk through a massive hand-carved drainage tunnel bored beneath Highway 89 that resembles the ribcage of a mythical beast.

Trek across rolling coral-hued sand dunes contrasting against juniper forests and towering Navajo sandstone cliffs.

Hike the 1-mile trail on the east side of Zion for spectacular cliff-edge panoramas over Pine Creek Canyon and the Zion Mount Carmel Highway switchbacks.

Board a high-power jet boat to blast up Class IV whitewater rapids between the colossal canyon walls of the Snake River in North America's deepest gorge.

Gaze across the vast chasm carved by the Snake River from this dramatic rim viewpoint perched high above the canyon floor.

Ride the steepest vertical-drop passenger tramway in North America up to 8,150 feet atop Mount Howard for sweeping views across the Eagle Cap Wilderness.

Stroll the south shore of this glacially formed, crystal-clear alpine lake nestled against the towering granite peaks of the Wallowa Range.

Explore the vibrant frontier arts town of Joseph, known for world-renowned bronze foundries, independent cafes, and mountain views.

Set out on the Chief Joseph Trail leading into the heart of the rugged Eagle Cap Wilderness along rushing glacial streams.

Taste craft beer brewed directly with 144-degree mineral-rich thermal spring water inside a historic 1920s national park bathhouse.

Walk down the Grand Promenade and tour the eight grand Gilded Age bathhouse buildings constructed over natural thermal springs.

Order a famous tropical fruit milkshake (like key lime or passion fruit) and browse exotic produce at this legendary Homestead farm stand.

Embark on a shallow-water backcountry flats boat charter into Florida Bay to target tarpon, bonefish, and snook around secret mangrove islands.

Relax on pristine palm-fringed sandy beaches and admire the scenic vista of the historic Old Seven Mile Railroad Bridge.

Conclude the cross-country adventure at Key West's historic waterfront to witness street performers, local artisans, and world-famous Gulf sunsets.