Cool State Parks

Arizona’s Most Amazing Hikes by Region

Arizona’s Most Amazing Hikes by Region

Arizona’s natural wonders make the state a hiker’s paradise - but not all hiking around Arizona is created equal. These are the best Arizona hikes by region.

The Coolest Natural Sites & Hikes to Do & See in Utah (All Without the Crowds)

The Coolest Natural Sites & Hikes to Do & See in Utah (All Without the Crowds)

There is so much to Utah. We’re talking hot springs, lava tubes, ancient ruins, and epic hiking that don’t make the ‘Top Things to Do in Utah’ lists. No, these are the most underrated and unworldly sites across Utah that will have you coming back time and time again - all without the crowds. The best part? You can tie together visits to the most popular places in Utah and the most underrated, some times in one fell swoop.

From Rock Climbing to Water Access: Lake Mineral Wells State Park is A North Texas Natural Gem

From Rock Climbing to Water Access: Lake Mineral Wells State Park is A North Texas Natural Gem

Within Lake Mineral Wells State Park lies an outdoor adventure far from normal. This Texas state park packs a punch with slot canyon hiking, climbing, kayaking, and more. When it comes to things to do at Lake Mineral Wells State Park, you can't really go wrong - but Penitentiary Hollow is a great place to start. Here are the coolest things to do at this awesome Texas state park near Fort Worth.

Skip the Strip: This Unbelievable State Park is Under an Hour From Vegas

Skip the Strip: This Unbelievable State Park is Under an Hour From Vegas

A stone’s throw from Las Vegas, Valley of Fire State Park will have you exchanging your gambling tokens for hiking boots. This park is packed with massive red rocks jetting hundreds of feet in the air from seemingly nowhere ranking as my most underrated state park in America. Who hit the Nevada jackpot? You did.