subject: The Great Outdoors: Adventure Awaits [print this page] The Great Outdoors: Adventure Awaits The Great Outdoors: Adventure Awaits
Camping is one of the great pastimes, and the United States is abundant with parks and campsites to entertain and amaze you. Stay overnight or just spend a few hours. It doesn't matter because there's a lot to do to fill your time. At sites around the country you can stargaze, ride bikes and so much more. In the Great Outdoors you'll see true magnificent beauty. Through online and magazine reviews you can find out some of the best vacation ideas and maybe even learn about some hidden treasures. For tried and true camping trips you can always depend on the the many US national parks. From the Olympic National Park on the Pacific to the Great Smoky Mountains in the east, you can see amazing beauty from coast to coast. Beyond the big-name parks you'll find that there are lots of one-of-a-kind opportunities waiting. If you want to see another amazing canyon besides the Grand, try the Forty Mile Canyon in Utah. The bright canyon walls and lush cotton-wood trees provide a beautiful backdrop for an engaging hike. The canyon's waterfall and pool ensure you won't burn out on your hike. If you're looking for a spectacular summit view, consider the San Gorgonio Mountain in California. The mountaintop over 11,000 feet up lets you see a gorgeous sprawling view of Southern California. You can admire the open sky as well as see down to the deserts of the Joshua Tree National Park below. Across in the east, spots in the Appalachian Mountains in Tennessee and the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina also provide spectacular views. There are also many suitable camping areas for trekkers with specialized interests. If you're up for a little skinny-dipping at dusk consider the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Michigan. In the cool, clear freshwater of Lake Superior you can admire the pink and orange sky of sunset surrounded by the pines and hardwoods. Escaping from the city is a great chance to watch the skies, and you can do some serious stargazing at Mount Wrightson Wilderness, Arizona. The bare summit lets you experience the Milky Way and beyond without any distractions. If you're looking to mix in plenty of lazing around with your action-packed adventure, you'll love the many islands and campsites of Hawaii. Whether you want to see the view from the highest peak or you want to find fun trails that also lead to the best eateries, your outdoor adventure is waiting for you. Traveling alone or with friends and family, getting out in nature is surely the best way to appreciate it. From coast to coast, there's plenty of adventure waiting for you.
