National Parks

Aug 27, 2023 • 8 min read

Texas is home to some of the most stunning and diverse hikes in the country and our round-up of the best will ensure you have the time of your life there.

Aug 16, 2023 • 10 min read

With coastline trails and dizzying high-altitude scenery, explore Colombia with these top hiking routes.

Aug 15, 2023 • 6 min read

One Lonely Planet team member’s time glamping, hiking, biking and eating in and around southwestern Utah’s national parks will inspire you.

Jun 12, 2023 • 15 min read

Torngat Mountains National Park is the ancestral home of Inuit and their predecessors. As elders return to Hebron, we hear some of their stories.

May 23, 2023 • 4 min read

Are you looking for an adrenaline rush that will test your limits and don't mind putting in the work? Nevada has it all

May 23, 2023 • 5 min read

If you’re ready to step a little outside your comfort zone, there is a wide world of intermediate adventures in Nevada

May 23, 2023 • 5 min read

From the desert to the snow-capped mountains, Nevada gives you plenty of opportunities to get away for an easy adventure

May 6, 2023 • 7 min read

Soaring peaks, incredible coastline and jaw-dropping sunrises – Maine's best hikes have them all and more. Here's our pick of the top trails.

Apr 30, 2023 • 8 min read

Cévennes National Park is an expanse of wilderness and culture that is not to be missed. We've got everything a first-time visitor needs for a trip.

Apr 28, 2023 • 2 min read

Yosemite National Park will temporarily close due to forecasted flooding from snowmelt. Here's what to expect if you had plans to visit.

Apr 28, 2023 • 7 min read

From multi-day wilderness adventures to easily accessible family fun, here is our pick of the best hikes in Michigan.

Apr 18, 2023 • 4 min read

For an unparalleled look at the night sky tailored to your tastes, pick a certified dark sky place based on what else drives you to explore the world.

Apr 11, 2023 • 6 min read

Michael Washington, founder of the USAL Project, helps guide us on an exploration of the state's outdoor adventures

Apr 4, 2023 • 13 min read

Kenya has a whopping 23 national parks. These are the best.

Mar 31, 2023 • 5 min read

Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of wondrous beauty and experience the Island's rich and diverse ecosystems

Mar 31, 2023 • 10 min read

Travel writer Marcia DeSanctis took the slow route across the Canadian Rockies in winter – and saw plenty of natural splendors along the way.

Mar 30, 2023 • 5 min read

Sampling the delights of the National Park Service and an eclectic, artistic mix of the American West

Mar 28, 2023 • 10 min read

Conquer majestic peaks or picnic in a perfect mountain meadow on these rambles in the Pyrenees.

Mar 24, 2023 • 8 min read

It’s easy to forget that Kenya has some wonderful hiking trails. Here are 9 of the best.

Mar 16, 2023 • 11 min read

Hikers will find that mile for mile, the tiny islands of Hawaii cannot be topped for heart-stopping vistas and soulful beauty.

Mar 16, 2023 • 3 min read

Whether it's for wildlife or a slice of lakeside serenity.

Mar 15, 2023 • 11 min read

From dizzying chasms to soaring peaks, you'll lose track of all the times you're awestruck on this multi-state drive