Seward is one of the most beautiful places in all of Alaska, which is saying a LOT, with towering mountains, ancient glaciers, and wildlife galore. Besides being jaw-droppingly gorgeous, the charming fishing village of Seward has plenty to keep you busy, from gawking at the largest icefield in the United States to catching a glimpse of a breaching humpback whale. Here’s 8 incredible things to do in Seward, Alaska, a must-stop on the Kenai Peninsula.
The Harding Icefield is actually the largest icefield within the United States, at 4,000 feet deep and sprawling across a whopping 700 square miles of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. And even cooler, you can actually hike up to see this goliath sheet of ice with your own eyes in Kenai Fjords National Park. Here’s everything you need to know about the Harding Icefield hike, from how to get there to exactly what you need to pack for the trail.
Kenai Fjords, located near the charming fishing village of Seward, is one of the most popular national parks in Alaska. However, the vast majority of the park is covered by ice and water—so the best way to explore and enjoy its famed landscapes and wildlife is by boat. Here’s everything you need to know about taking a Kenai Fjords cruise, from what to expect while you’re out on the water to whether it’s worth the hefty price tag.
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.
The Sky Pond hike is one of the best trails in Rocky Mountain National Park, offering waterfalls, alpine lakes, and jaw-dropping views of some of the most jagged mountains Colorado has to offer. This hike does come with some quirky challenges, though—like climbing up one of the aforementioned waterfalls! If you want to tackle this unique trail for yourself, here’s everything you need to know about the stunningly beautiful Sky Pond hike, from what permits you need on to what you should bring along to make sure you have the best time on the trail.
Rocky Mountain is one of the most popular U.S. National Parks—and it’s not hard to see why! With jaw-dropping mountainscapes, alpine lakes, and bucket list-worthy hikes, there’s something in this park for any kind of adventure lover. But with 355 miles of hiking trails, it can be hard to know where to spend your time if you only have a day here. Here’s 12 of the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park, from trails that are perfect for beginners to some of the most challenging adventures in the park.
Zion National Park has some iconic trails, including the harrowing Angel’s Landing, where you’ll hike along the narrow spine of a mountain whilst clinging to chains to prevent you from falling over 1,200 feet to the canyon floor below. If the thought of that makes your palms a bit too sweaty, not to fear—-there’s actually an awesome alternative, Scout Lookout, which takes you up to the same stunning viewpoint over the Zion Canyon that hikers completing Angel’s Landing climb to before continuing on their journey along the aforementioned sketchy ridgeline. Here’s everything you need to know about hiking to Scout Lookout in Zion National Park, the best alternative to Angel’s Landing.
There’s few places in the United States that inspire such awe as Yosemite National Park. With its granite monoliths, giant sequoias, and towering waterfalls, the park offers some of the most epic landscapes on the planet.
But with over 1,100 square miles of wilderness to explore, it can be hard to know what to do if you have a short time in the park. We’ve visited the park several times and have crafted this guide detailing exactly how to spend one day in Yosemite National Park, from how to get around to the exact itinerary that you should follow.
Rocky Mountain National Park is known for its beautiful mountainscapes, sweeping pine tree forests, and colorful alpine lakes. And lucky for you, you can actually experience all of these elements on one of the most underrated hikes in the national park! Here’s everything you need to know about the Lake Haiyaha Trail, the best hidden gem in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Rocky Mountain is one of the most beloved U.S. National Parks—and, actually, the fourth most popular with visitors! While some of its hiking trails can be absolutely packed, there definitely are a few hidden gems in the park, including the Chasm Lake Trail.
Along this incredible hike, you’ll get to enjoy jaw-dropping views of the surrounding mountain peaks and a stunning turquoise lake, sitting in the shadow of some of the most rugged peaks in the Rockies. Here’s everything you need to know about the Chasm Lake Trail, one of the most underrated hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park.
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