The Cascadia Skyline overland route is the perfect summation of Oregon: emerald green forests, snow capped volcanic peaks, and glassy mountain lakes. Adventure awaits in the Pacific Northwest! Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   188 miles, 2-4 days Season: Mid-May - October, but always check for snow earlier or later in the season. Digital Maps & GPX Files Download Digital Mapping Files The Cascadia Skyline If you need help working

Those that relish the pioneer spirit and wide open spaces of the west, will quickly grow fond of Grand Staircase-Escalante and all it has to offer. This is canyon country, and if you enjoy exploring slot canyons, look no further. Route Overview Trip Lengthy & Seasons Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   246 miles, 4-6 days. Season: March - November. Spring and fall are the optimal season, as the desert heat often reaches triple digits during summer. As with most deser

Early pioneers came and miners arrived to this region of the San Juan Mountains in search of silver and gold. While the pioneers have come and gone, the Rio Grande National Forest retains its natural beauty and rich pioneer heritage. The Rio Grande offers a fantastic opportunity to get away from the crowds that flock to the Alpine Loop, without giving up any of the natural splendor that the Rockies are famous for. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 246 m

40 million years ago a giant dome of rock was uplifted from the earth, creating the unique desert topography that is the San Rafael Swell.

The mighty Colorado Rockies have drawn people to its majestic alpine peaks and meadows for hundreds of years. This section of the San Juans provides some of the most awesomely jaw dropping mountain scenery in the lower 48. Route Overview Adventure Rating: Baja Trip Length: 180 miles, 3-5 days Season: Late June - September. This route traverses some of the highest elevation roads in the United States. Check with local land managers to see if mountain passes are open.

Nestled between Las Vegas and Saint George lies one of the Unites States' newest national monuments, Gold Butte. With its red rocks and numerous historical and archeological sites, this hidden gem is quickly becoming noticed by more adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts every year. The proximity to Las Vegas makes Gold Butte a great day trip, or multi-night adventure. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length:   349 miles, 4-7 days Season: Rec

Two distinct desert ecosystems, the Mojave and the Colorado, come together in Joshua Tree National Park. A fascinating variety of plants and animals make their homes in a land sculpted by strong winds and occasional torrents of rain. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the wonder of this vast wilderness in southern California. Come explore for yourself. - NPS Website Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: E

Unlike Lake Tahoe, and the central and southern Sierra, the northern Sierra is place to get away from the crowds and learn about California's rich cultural history. The hills and mountains of the northern Sierra were once filled with pioneers, miners, and prospectors hoping to strike it rich. While few of these early settlers found the riches they sought, the they did leave behind a rich history of historical relics and tall tales. Most photos courtesy of Adventure Taco .

The land of Ishi and Peter Lassen. The Lassen Backcountry Discovery Trail is where the northern Sierra meets the southern Cascades. It's a land that's rich in aboriginal and pioneer history, but its natural splendor an unspoiled wilderness will mesmerize any nature lover. Most photos courtesy of Adventure Taco . Be sure to check out the Lassen BDT trip report from Adventure Taco. Route Overview Trip Length & Season Adventure Rating: Epic Trip Length: 181 miles, 3-5 days

The RimRocker is a new trail showcasing the desert mesas and high alpine topography that sits between Moab and Montrose, CO.

Right smack dab in the middle of bigfoot country, that's where Six Rivers National Forest Backcountry Diccovery Trail is!

Death Valley, the famous home of the Manson Family. Things can get a bit weird out in this part of the desert!

Big Bend is a gateway to the wild west, and a land of volcanic spires, grand mesas, desert blooms, and expansive vistas.

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The Mojave Road is one of North America's most iconic overland routes. Come visit the Mojave and discover what keeps people coming back.

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With its redwood forests, spectacular mountains, and rugged coastline, the Lost Coast might just be the quintessential NorCal adventure!

If you're looking to get away from the crowds and explore an expansive wilderness, then "The Mendocino" has got you covered!

Mellow terrain and big views will provide beginner to expert offroaders with an unforgettable experience along California's world famous Big

Bucket list-- that's where this trail belongs. There's a reason this is one of the most popular offroad trails in North America.