Off the beaten path

Adventure Guide

“Every time I’ve strayed from the beaten path I’ve never regretted it. “

– Tori Murden

Our favorite thing to do on a trip is to wander around and find all the unique, off-the-beaten-path places. These adventures were usually our most memorable ones. So, welcome to our collection of all of our off-the-beaten-path adventures, ranging from unique roadside attractions such as the Glass Outhouse to obscure places like the Chasm of Doom and hidden hikes such as the Kalepa Ridge. We hope you find your own memories with these adventures and remember, please keep these places better than when you found them.

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Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

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Top 10 Free Things to Do in North Shore Oahu, HI

Hike to the Secret Birthing Cave – Sedona, Az

Top 10 Things to Do In Oahu: Off-the-Beaten-Path

Finding the Hidden Arch in Fay Canyon Trail, Sedona

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

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Blue Forest Trail, One of the Best-Kept Secrets in Petrified Forest NP

Blue Forest Trail in Petrified Forest NP offers adventurous hikers an intimate view of the colorful badland hills, petrified woods, and an unforgettable adventure.

Sedona Caves Trail, A Hike to Beautiful Caves

Cliff Dwellers, an Interesting Roadside Attraction in Marble Canyon, AZ

White Pocket, a Great Alternative to the Wave in Arizona

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

How to Climb to the Top of Bell Rock | Sedona, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

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How to Hike Eagle Rock Trail – Warner Springs, CA

Eagle Rock Trail in Warner Springs, CA takes hikers through beautiful desert scenery and a unique rock formation shaped like an eagle.

Vanalden Cave, a Hidden Surprise near Los Angeles, California

9 Amazing Stops for Your Road Trip to Joshua Tree

How to Swim With Leopard Sharks in La Jolla

Slab City and East Jesus “The Last Free Place In America,” California

Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

Hot Creek Geological Site near Mammoth Lakes, CA

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A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

Catboat ride with Catboat Escapes in Orlando is a fun and adrenaline fill adventure where you get to drive a catboat through the beautiful Clermont chain of lakes.

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Kalepa Ridge Hike with That Adventure Life

Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

Kalepa Ridge trail is an unofficial trail in Koke'e State Park, Kauai that provide a breathtaking, panoramic views of the Na Pali Coast and Kalalau Valley.

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

Moanalua Valley Middle Ridge Trail to Stairway to Heaven | Oahu, HI

Punaluu, the most beautiful Black Sand Beach on Big Island, HI

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Olomana Trail – How to Hike All Three Peaks | Oahu, HI

Onomea (Pepe’ekeo) Scenic Drive – Hilo, HI

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How to Explore Box Canyon Springs Nature Preserve | Idaho

How to Explore Box Canyon Springs in Idaho

Box Canyon Springs is part of 1000 Springs State Park in Idaho. It is a hidden gem, a wonderful reward for those who willing to explore.

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Visit Thousand Springs State Park in Southern Idaho

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

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Moapa Peak Trail near Las Vegas, Nevada is known for its incredible knife-edge summit ridge, with areas only a foot or so wide. It's a perfect adventure for the adrenaline junkies

Gold Strike Hot Springs, an Amazing Local Secret Near Las Vegas

White Owl Canyon Trail, Lake Mead’s Best Kept Secret

Pastel Canyon Hike (Pink Canyon Hike) – Valley of Fire State Park, NV

Lower Pine Creek Falls: A Secret Trail in Zion National Park

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

Lower Pine Creek Falls is one of the unofficial trails in Zion National Park. It takes you to beautiful emerald pools and waterfalls.

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

Cascade Falls – A Wonderful Unofficial Trail in Zion NP

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Red Reef Trail, a Beautiful Hidden Gem Near Hurricane, UT

How to Find Many Pools’ Unknown Neighbor Trail | Zion NP

Many Pools Trail – a Hidden Gem in Zion NP

How to Hike Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail in Port Ludlow, WA

Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail is a local's favorite at Port Ludlow, WA consists of lush forest, a beautiful creek, and a 30-foot waterfall.

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Shark Fin Cove, A Beautiful Hidden Beach In Northern California

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Adventures

Top 10 Free Things to Do in North Shore Oahu, HI

Hike to the Secret Birthing Cave – Sedona, Az

Top 10 Things to Do In Oahu: Off-the-Beaten-Path

Finding the Hidden Arch in Fay Canyon Trail, Sedona

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

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Blue Forest Trail, One of the Best-Kept Secrets in Petrified Forest NP

Sedona Caves Trail, A Hike to Beautiful Caves

Cliff Dwellers, an Interesting Roadside Attraction in Marble Canyon, AZ

White Pocket, a Great Alternative to the Wave in Arizona

How to Spend Your First Visit to Petrified Forest NP

How to Climb to the Top of Bell Rock | Sedona, AZ

9 Amazing Hikes in Sedona for Your Next Road Trip

How to Hike Eagle Rock Trail – Warner Springs, CA

Vanalden Cave, a Hidden Surprise near Los Angeles, California

9 Amazing Stops for Your Road Trip to Joshua Tree

How to Swim With Leopard Sharks in La Jolla

Slab City and East Jesus “The Last Free Place In America,” California

Finding the Hidden Hall of Horrors in Joshua Tree NP

Hot Creek Geological Site near Mammoth Lakes, CA

A Must-Do in Orlando! Catboat Ride with Catboat Escapes

A Big Adventure in a Tiny Houseboat Near Orlando, FL

Exploring Beautiful Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park & Historic Lighthouse

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Titusville, FL

Wekiwa Springs State Park – Apopka, FL

Kalepa Ridge Trail – Waimea Canyon, Kauai, HI

Kiholo Bay – Queens Bath Hike, Big Island, HI

Moanalua Valley Middle Ridge Trail to Stairway to Heaven | Oahu, HI

Punaluu, the most beautiful Black Sand Beach on Big Island, HI

Snorkeling at Honaunau Bay or Two Step – Big Island, HI

Olomana Trail – How to Hike All Three Peaks | Oahu, HI

Onomea (Pepe’ekeo) Scenic Drive – Hilo, HI

How to Explore Box Canyon Springs in Idaho

5 Awesome, Free Hot Springs Near Stanley, Idaho

Malad Gorge, a Unique Stop In Thousand Springs State Park

Box Boat Hot Springs, a Unique Spot in Stanley, ID

How to Visit Thousand Springs State Park in Southern Idaho

How to Kayak to the Bottom of Shoshone Falls | Twin Falls, ID

How to Find Valley Creek Hot Springs | Stanley, ID

Gold Strike Hot Springs, an Amazing Local Secret Near Las Vegas

White Owl Canyon Trail, Lake Mead’s Best Kept Secret

Pastel Canyon Hike (Pink Canyon Hike) – Valley of Fire State Park, NV

How to Find Lower Pine Creek Falls | Zion National Park

4 Beautiful Unofficial Trails in Zion National Park

Cascade Falls – A Wonderful Unofficial Trail in Zion NP

How to Find the Elusive Phipps Arch in Escalante, UT

Red Reef Trail, a Beautiful Hidden Gem Near Hurricane, UT

How to Find Many Pools’ Unknown Neighbor Trail | Zion NP

Many Pools Trail – a Hidden Gem in Zion NP

How to Hike Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail in Port Ludlow, WA

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