The Ultimate USA Outdoor Adventure & Scenic Byways Grand Tour

Take in the deep turquoise waters of this glacially carved lake. It is an ideal launching point for scenic trailheads and lakeside relaxation.

A scenic, accessible walk through old-growth cedar and hemlock leading directly to a graceful 90-foot cascade.

Hike the paved ridge trail starting from the Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center for sweeping 360-degree panoramic views of Mount Olympus and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Embark on an open-water boat excursion into the Salish Sea to spot orcas, humpback whales, and harbor seals.

Follow the lush river trail through towering Douglas firs to reach this divided four-tier waterfall plunging into a narrow canyon.

Unwind in the mineral-rich geothermal hot springs pools surrounded by dense forest canopy.

Walk the Hall of Mosses Trail beneath cathedral-like bigleaf maples draped in dense hanging club moss.

Explore the dramatic coastal seascape famous for massive driftwood piles, sea stacks, and rich marine tide pools.

Witness the iconic Sitka spruce suspended across an eroding sandstone cave near Kalaloch, holding on solely by its outer root system.

Hike down the steep woodland trail to discover secluded cove sands framed by rugged offshore sea stacks.

A short walk from the highway lookout leads to incredible vistas of the natural offshore stone arch.

Wander the dramatic shoreline littered with natural sea caves and monoliths, dominated by the striking Face Rock formation.

Stop into the local creamery to sample artisanal Oregon cheddar cheese varieties and fresh ice cream.

Dine on fresh Dungeness crab sandwiches and regional coastal seafood right on the boardwalk.

An ideal beachfront RV resort and campsite base nestled among coastal vegetation for overnight stays along Highway 101.

Watch turbulent Pacific waves surge into a sunken basalt sinkhole that appears to drain the ocean around high tide.

View this hollowed-out sea cavern where swirling ocean tides crash through collapsed rock arches.

Trek up the massive sandstone sand dune for panoramic views across the Pacific Ocean and towering headland cliffs.

Walk through the historic man-made beach tunnel carved through Maxwell Point to reach secluded Tunnel Beach.

Marvel at the towering 235-foot basalt sea stack rising from the sandy expanse of Cannon Beach.

Enjoy clifftop panoramas over crescent bays and temperate rainforest headlands where Lewis and Clark once walked.

Walk right up to the iron skeleton of a four-masted sailing ship that ran aground in 1906 on the sands of Fort Stevens.

Sample century-old traditional Northwest smoked salmon and specialty canned seafood products.

Climb the spiral staircase of this 125-foot painted column atop Coxcomb Hill and launch balsa wood gliders from the observation deck.

Trek the boardwalk path through the park's largest hydrothermal area, featuring roaring steam vents, bubbling mud pots, and sulfur pools.

View active bubbling mud cauldrons and fumaroles located directly beside Highway 89.

Hike the scenic trail down along the creek through alpine conifers to reach the cascading waterfall.

Explore the volcanic rock field and interpret the massive 1915 eruptions and subsequent avalanches of Lassen Peak.

Gaze upon the magnificent 129-foot spring-fed waterfall pouring millions of gallons of crystal clear water every day.

Enjoy hearty coastal clam chowder, fish and chips, and fresh local catches in this charming seaside arts town.

Walk along the historic wooden pier overlooking Trinidad Bay to spot sea stars, harbor seals, and crabbing boats.

Walk among the towering primeval giant coast redwoods on this serene trail in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park.

Conclude your Northern California coastal exploration with dramatic elevated views overlooking Crescent City and the Pacific surf.

Walk the geothermal boardwalks along the edge of Yellowstone Lake to view boiling springs submerging beneath the shoreline.

Witness the predictable eruptions of the world's most famous geyser shooting scalding water over 130 feet into the air.

Ascend the boardwalk trail to look down on the vibrant rainbow rings of the largest hot spring in the United States.

Stand at the canyon rim to feel the thundering power of the 308-foot Lower Falls dropping into the golden volcanic canyon.

Walk the boardwalks past complex travertine stone terraces created by decades of mineral thermal waters.

Observe the iconic granite faces of four US presidents carved high into the Black Hills mountain ridge.

Drive through narrow one-lane granite rock tunnels and winding mountain hairpin curves among spires.

Take a guided underground lantern or discovery tour through one of the longest and most intricate calcite crystal cave systems on earth.

Visit the world's largest ongoing mountain carving honoring the Lakota leader, featuring expansive Native American cultural museums.

Take in the colossal sheer canyon drop-offs carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers from the Island in the Sky mesa.

A prime downtown lunch spot to grab gourmet burgers and craft beer before heading into the backcountry.

Tackle steep slickrock sandstone domes and roller-coaster ridges in a high-clearance UTV with an experienced guide.

Rappel through narrow desert sandstone slots and experience the thrilling free-hanging rappel down Morning Glory Natural Bridge.

Discover over 2,000 preserved natural stone arches, balanced rocks, and sandstone monoliths in this world-renowned park.

Walk across a vast four-mile-wide field of black basalt Malpais lava flow frozen in the middle of the desert valley.

Hike the basalt ridge to examine more than 21,000 ancient Jornada Mogollon rock art petroglyphs etched into the stones.

Sled, hike, and watch a golden sunset illuminate miles of pristine gypsum sand dunes in the world's largest gypsum dune field.

Hike through dense hardwood forest to stand on the dramatic rock ledge of Hawksbill Crag extending out over the Buffalo River valley.

A serene roadside waterfall and natural pool in the Ozark National Forest, perfect for scenic camping and autumn reflections.

Watch fresh local apples get pressed into crisp sweet apple cider on this charming family farm in the Arkansas hills.

Enjoy warm powdered sugar beignets and fresh chicory cafe au lait at this legendary 24-hour New Orleans French Quarter institution.

Walk the wooden boardwalk trails over wetland marshes to observe Spanish moss, wild cypress trees, turtles, and wild Louisiana alligators.

Glide through remote Louisiana backwater bayous on a high-speed airboat for up-close encounters with native swamp wildlife.

Explore historic 19th-century brick coastal fortifications and relax on pristine white sand beaches along the Gulf of Mexico.

Climb 177 steps to the top of this 1859 masonry lighthouse for commanding views across Pensacola Pass and the Naval Air Station.

Tour the world's largest naval aviation museum showcasing more than 150 restored aircraft and the home of the Blue Angels flight team.