What to do at the US National Whitewater Center

..Do you want to spend a relaxing day by the water, lounging in a hammock and listening to some live music?  Feel like an active day mountain biking on an extensive trail system? How about a day rafting and pushing yourself to the limit on a rope course and zipline?  Maybe you want a chill …

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RedRock Falls Hike near Many Glacier Hotel

redrock falls waterfalls coming down

Many Glacier Hotel is situated in the heart of Glacier National Park. You are literally surrounded by mountains and beautiful scenery in all directions with easy access to activities like fishing, hiking, horseback riding, native american tours and whitewater rafting. One of my favorite hikes near Many Glacier is the RedRock Falls Hike. This is …

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Hiking Havasu Falls – The Havasupai Adventure

view of Havasupai also called havasu falls

Have you ever thought of hiking Havasu Falls? You’ve probably seen photographs floating around the internet of incredible blue-green waterfalls crashing over high cliffs against the colorful backdrop of the Grand Canyon. You might assume the pictures are enhanced. Nothing could be that color. But it can, and it is at Havasupai. On an earlier …

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Thru-Hiking the High Sierra Trail in California

The High Sierra Trail starts in the West in the Giant Forest of the Sequoia National Park, you then hike across the mountain range to Mt. Whitney in the East and finally ending at Whitney Portal just outside of Lone Pine, CA. Mt. Whitney is the tallest mountain in the Continental US, standing at 14,505 …

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Best Beaches in Washington State for Fun

Sandy beach with sunset and rock formation

List of Best Beaches in Washington State Summer is one of the most beautiful times in Washington State. The state also holds some very unique beaches and adventures. Below we have listed some of the Best Beaches In Washington State for Fun. Next time you plan on going for a day adventure or weekend trip, …

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Hiking the Rice Terraces of Banaue Philippines

banaue rice terraces

Updated July 2026: This refreshed guide to hiking the Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines is based on my original trip to Banaue, Hapao, Batad, and Sagada, with updated planning notes for travelers visiting the Ifugao rice terraces today. There are some travel places that look impressive in photos, then feel even bigger once you …

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