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Druid Arch Trail in Canyonlands National Park: The Most Underrated Hike in Moab

If you’re looking for a hike in Moab that’s packed with adventure, the Druid Arch Trail should be at the top of your list, offering a 150-foot tall sandstone arch, slot canyons, colorful rock formations, and fun elements, like scrambling and climbing ladders. That being said, there’s a few unusual things about this hike that you should know before you hit the trail—see here’s everything you need to know about the Druid Arch Trail, Canyonlands National Park’s best hike. 

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Where to stay in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, regardless of your budget

Hawaii is known as being one of the most expensive destinations on the planet and the Big Island is no exception. The most popular place to stay on the Big Island is the town of Kona, located on its western side, which offers excellent proximity to the best beaches and water activities on the island. There’s a ton of different lodging options to choose from here, ranging from backpacker hostels to extravagant world-class resorts, so if you’re planning your Big Island getaway, here’s exactly where to stay in Kona, regardless of your budget.

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Beaver Falls in Arizona: The Most Beautiful Waterfall in Havasupai

The Havasu Falls trail is one of the most bucketlist-worthy hikes in the United States, taking you down into the Grand Canyon to the base of a 100 foot turquoise waterfall. While Havasu Falls is the most famous waterfall along the trail, there are several other ones, including Beaver Falls, a series of tiered turquoise waterfalls and pools that are arguably even more stunning than Havasu. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Beaver Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Arizona

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Mooney Falls along the Havasu Falls Trail: The Most Thrilling Hike in Arizona

Mooney Falls, located along the iconic Havasu Falls Trail, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Arizona, with a turquoise curtain of water spilling 200 feet down a rocky red cliffside in the Grand Canyon. While Mooney Falls is absolutely gorgeous, you DEFINITELY have to work to reach its base—after hiking 10 miles, you’ll then need to crawl through two caves and climb down an incredibly steep cliffside, with nothing to hold on to other than muddy chains and slippery foot holds. If you want to experience this adrenaline-pumping adventure for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Mooney Falls. 

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Maroon Bells Hikes: Everything You Need to Know About the Best Trails in Aspen, Colorado

Maroon Bells, located in the charming town of Aspen, is said to be the most photographed destination in all of Colorado, offering beautiful alpine lakes, 14,000 foot tall snow-capped mountains, and seemingly endless groves of the town’s namesake trees. The best way to explore this wonderland is on foot—and luckily, there are trails for all skill levels here. Here’s everything you need to know about the Maroon Bells hikes, from how to get there to which trail to choose.

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Getting a permit for the Havasupai Falls hike: Everything you need to know in 2026

The Havasupai Falls hike is one of the most bucketlist-worthy trails in the United States, passing several turquoise waterfalls cascading down the impossibly red cliffs of the Grand Canyon. But to hike this incredible trail, you’ll need to secure a competitive—and EXPENSIVE—permit through, frankly, a confusing process. So if you want to experience this paradise for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about getting a permit for Havasupai Falls.

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Havasu Falls Hike: Everything You Need to Know

You’ve surely seen Havasu Falls in Arizona a bazillion times all over your social media—a vibrant turquoise waterfall spilling a hundred feet over the red rock cliffs of the Grand Canyon. However, you do have to work a bit to see this stunning waterfall. Havasu Falls and the equally beautiful turquoise waterfalls around it are only accessible via a 20 mile (or more!) backpacking trip that requires a competitive and EXPENSIVE permit. 

So if you’re wondering whether the Havasu Falls hike is worth it, my husband, Justin, and I have done the hard parts of snagging the permit and making the trek—so here’s everything you need to know about the trail, including how to get a permit, what to expect along the trail, and what to pack to make the most of your trip.

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5 Best Places to Stay in Kauai: Everything You Need to Know

Kauai is the perfect tropical getaway, with pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and some of the most dramatic coastline on the planet. But, given that the attractions on the island are a bit spread out and getting around the island has its challenges, it can be difficult to know which area you should stay. I’ve been lucky enough to have visited the island four times and have narrowed down the 5 best places to stay in Kauai to make the most of your time in paradise. 

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Crabtree Falls Trail along North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Parkway: Everything You Need to Know

The Crabtree Falls Trail is largely considered to be the most beautiful waterfall along North Carolina’s famed Blue Ridge Parkway. This incredible hike features a 70 foot waterfall, tucked into an old growth forest with countless streams cascading down a rocky cliffside and into a beautiful plunge pool below. If you want to experience it for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about the Crabtree Falls Trail, the best waterfall hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway. 

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9 Best Hikes in Grand Teton National Park You Don’t Want to Miss

Grand Teton National Park is an alpine wonderland, with seemingly endless glacial lakes, abundant wildlife, and its infamous jagged mountain range that towers above the Jackson Hole valley. The best way to explore the park is undoubtedly on foot—and luckily, it boasts a whopping 240 miles of trails that meander through its stunning scenery. Here are the 9 best hikes in Grand Teton National Park, so you can experience this spectacular landscape for yourself. 

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