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Climbing Humphreys Peak, Arizona’s highest mountain
At 12,633 feet, Humphreys Peak is the highest point in Arizona. It’s also one of the easiest to climb of the 11 western U.S. high points.
Discover the natural marvels of Central America in Belize
Belize is one of Central America’s best-kept travel secrets. With inspiring natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage, Belize offers an unforgettable experience. It’s also a friendly country for less-experienced travelers.
Experience the beauty and challenge of Mount Borah: a beginner’s guide to climbing Idaho's highest peak
The standard climb up Mount Borah, Idaho’s highest peak, is physically challenging and, for half a mile, somewhat technical. It ascends more than 5,000 feet along a prominent west ridge from the Lost River Valley to the summit at 12,662 feet.
Conquer the Kalalau trail: one of America's most dangerous and beautiful hikes
The Kalalau Trail on the Nā Pali Coast of Kauai in Hawaii is one of the country’s most dangerous and beautiful hikes—and an easy contender for many people’s bucket lists.
Climb Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the lower 48
At 14,505 feet above sea level, Mount Whitney is the highest peak in the lower 48 United States and a big physical challenge for climbers.
Climb, ski the La Sal Mountains (Mount Tukuhnikivatz)
Mount Tukuhnikivatz is a picturesque 12,482-foot peak in the La Sal Mountains of Utah, and it’s listed as one of the fifty classic ski descents of North America. While it’s a formidable mountain that deserves respect, Tukuhnikivatz is not a complicated ski mountaineering puzzle.
Climb and ski Mount Saint Helens, the PNW’s most accessible volcano
Hiking to the summit of Mount Saint Helens in southwest Washington state is a big but achievable effort that rewards climbers with panoramic views of Mount Rainier, Mount Adams, Mount Hood and a good chunk of the central Cascades at the same time.
Southern Idaho's petroglyphs are a window into the past
There are two clusters of petroglyphs within the Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, and they’re both really impressive. Here are the best times and seasons to visit and photograph Idaho's outstanding petroglyphs.
Climb the highest mountain in Hawaii
Climbing Hawaii's highest peak is technically very easy and physically very hard - a perfect adventure for Big Island visitors looking for a change of pace.
Mountain biking The Old Ghost Road, New Zealad
The Old Ghost Road in New Zealand is an old gold miner’s road that’s experienced a renaissance as a mountain biking and hiking trail. It traverses native forests, wind-swept mountains, river flats, and a magnificent granite gorge.