New Hampshire State

The United States encapsulates a wide variety of landscapes, from cities to plains, mountains, deserts, marshlands, and more. While a road trip sometimes forces you to choose between specific types of topography, whether that means visiting the world's tallest trees at California's Redwood National Park or hunting down America's best lake towns, you can have it all in one magnificent journey along the Great Northern U.S. Highway 2. Primarily a connected route that traverses from Everett in Washington on the West Coast to Maine's Acadia National Park on the East, it's the perfect setting for an epic road trip.

See The Best Of The Northern US On This Road Trip Boasting National Parks And Charming Towns

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Looking around the United States, here are the most difficult hiking trails in the country.

Most Difficult Hiking Trails in the United States

Colorado State

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This gorgeous spot was named one of the 50 most beautiful destinations in America.

Colorado Destination Crowned Among The 'Most Beautiful Places In The US'

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Hawaii State

Hilo, HI

If you love the outdoors, Hawaii's Big Island is full of exciting things to do, such as exploring the gorgeous hidden gem Wailuku River State Park near Hilo. The park has some beautiful natural features, but one can be dangerous and even deadly: The Boiling Pots. While the name might make you think that the hazard comes from some type of geothermal activity, the water isn't actually hot. However, when the pools foam and bubble, you still want to avoid them.

These Mesmerizing Pools In Hawaii Have A Very Deadly Natural Phenomenon

Oregon State

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. A woman in her 40s fell off of a cliff and tumbled down a rock chute along a southern Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail on Sunday.

A PCT Hiker Decided to Shortcut the Trail in Southern Oregon—And Fell Off A Cliff

Daily Montanan

Two men in their twenties died after drowning Saturday in two different areas of Glacier National Park, a park spokesperson announced Sunday. The first man, a 26-year-old from India living in California and visiting the park with friends, was hiking near the gorge on the Avalanche Lake Trail when he went into Avalanche Creek around […]
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Two men dead after drowning in Glacier National Park on Saturday

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

Travel + Leisure

North Cascades National Park gets just 40,000 visitors a year.

This Is the Most Underrated National Park in the U.S. — and It Has More Than 300 Glaciers

South Carolina State

Boston, MA

A scuffle ensued between fans during Sunday night’s Dodgers vs. Red Sox game. It occurred after a man allegedly poured his beer on a woman. Footage from onlookers showcased two couples squaring off. It occurred in what is believed to be the lower bowl area of the stadium, along the third baseline.

Man Throws Beer on Woman, Starts Huge Brawl at Dodgers/Red Sox Game

The awe-inspiring Swiss Alps often combine amazing scenery with quaint towns, creating little slices of heaven between the snow-capped mountains. Switzerland's nature has even inspired the names of beautiful places in other parts of the world, such as Bohemian Switzerland National Park, a hidden gem of Czechia. In the United States, there is a region known as the "Swiss Alps" of Oregon. Tucked inside this pristine, mountainous section of land is the small town of Joseph.

This Charming Town Is An Under-The-Radar Paradise In The 'Swiss Alps Of Oregon'

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Maroon Bells Scenic Area has the distinction of being the most-photographed place in all of hyper-scenic Colorado, taking its name from the rusted iron in the siltstone that forms its two jutting peaks. When the mountains are framed by bright yellow aspens in autumn and reflected in the glassy surface of Maroon Lake during the alpenglow of sunrise (pictured above), it's hard to believe how achingly beautiful the scenery is. But while there is safe hiking aplenty here, the danger of climbing to the top of these peaks has earned them the moniker "Deadly Bells."

The Unsettling Reason This Iconic Colorado Hike Has Earned Such A Scary Nickname

Pennsylvania State

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Blue Mountain Resort, Pennsylvania's largest ski resort by vertical drop, recently announced millions of dollars in snowmaking and grooming upgrades. Notably, Blue has added 132 stick guns and six fan guns to increase their snowmaking capabilities by 17.5%. The new equipment will keep Blue's trails ...

Pennsylvania's Largest Ski Resort Announces Millions in Snowmaking Upgrades

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Wyoming State

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Milton, FL

The man shot and killed by rangers at Yellowstone National Park on Thursday approached a building occupied by roughly 200 people while firing a semi-automatic rifle, park officials announced Tuesday.

Yellowstone shooter approached building with 200 people inside while firing rifle, park says

North Carolina State

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Is It Illegal to Drive Barefoot in North Carolina?. It's common for some drivers to ditch their shoes when driving, especially during the hot and humid summer months. Whether coming back from the pool or wearing sandals, many prefer driving barefoot. A longstanding myth suggests that drivers are required to wear shoes while behind the wheel, but this is not the case.

Is it illegal to drive barefoot in North Carolina? NC Highway Patrol explains the law

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. I first set foot on the John Muir Trail while thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2011. For the first 767 miles through California, every trail angel I met told me to take the JMT when it splits from the PCT for 13 miles near Reds Meadow. So I did. That section of the Sierra is where I bonded with my fellow thru-hikers. We invented a horseshoe-style game with the snow baskets of our trekking poles and played it every afternoon. We learned how to use hard-copy maps and compasses to find the top of Forester Pass. It is also the first time I heard about FKTs, which came to play a huge role in my later hiking career. The JMT was full of magic and rumors; people said the record holders would hike all night and sleep during the day so that they didn’t need to bring a sleeping bag. As a 20-year-old, hearing these stories amidst the glory of the high Sierra sparked my lifelong love of the outdoors.

Everything I Wish I Knew Before Hiking the John Muir Trail

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The Horrifying Reason This Beautiful Mountain Hike In New Hampshire Is So Dangerous

Hiking continues to be a very popular pastime for a lot of Americans, as evidenced by significant participation growth from 2010 to 2023, per Statista. From...

The Horrifying Reason This Beautiful Mountain Hike In New Hampshire Is So Dangerous

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