Arizona’s Copper Corridor isn’t named for the beautiful rocks found within its many hidden corners, but rather for its rich mining heritage that dates back to the early 1900s. Today, the area draws adventurous travelers who want to get off the map and remain within striking distance of convenient international airports and urban hubs.
Alaska is all about its glaciers, peaks, and parks. While many opt to cruise around the 49th state, taking an Alaska road trip lets you explore the state from a whole new perspective. Enjoy gorgeous mountain views, remote natural vistas, and some of America’s greatest national treasures. Welcome to Alaska!
Craggy canyons tower over the mighty Rio Grande in west Texas, separating the United States from Mexico. The Big Bend area of Texas offers a blissful coexistence of mountain terrain and desert plains. Entire mesas covered with branchy ocotillo plants and blooming yucca reach sky high. More than a national park and state park, Big Bend is a region and a way of life. With only a few days, I sampled the area heartily, from the outdoor recreation and diverse topography, to the local eateries and unique accommodations. Here’s a three-day itinerary featuring some of the best things to do in Big Bend, Texas.
Montana has some of the most staggeringly beautiful landscapes in the world. On this road trip, travel from the very top of the state heading south before slipping into Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park.
Beautiful landscapes and iconic national monuments await on this Rocky Mountain road trip from Denver to Yellowstone. Begin in the Mile-High City then make your way through Rocky Mountain National Park across Colorado to Utah. After visiting several must-see national monuments and recreation areas, continue on towards Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming.
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad could offer the best historic train rides in the west. The company, home to a 12,000 square foot museum, sits in the idyllic town of Durango. It’s a stone’s throw from Mesa Verde National Park, Hovenweep National Monument, and many great state parks. Parks aside, the D&SNGR (Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad) offers its own wealth of brilliant activities.