Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Valley

Lonely PlanetSep 1

15 US National Parks Perfect for Fall Road Trips

Fall is an awesome season for road trips. These US national parks are driving destinations that deliver on foliage, fresh air and much more.

overlooked fall escape with fewer crowds

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Yosemite National ParkHoteloverlooked fall escape with fewer crowds
Wawona Swinging BridgeSightdetour for rainbow of fall color
Merced River CanyonSightscenic drive along river
Elsewhere
Snake RiverPlaceGrand Teton National Park, United StatesFloat trip destination
Shenandoah National ParkSightShenandoah, United Stateseasy fall getaway two hours from Washington, DC
Skyline DriveSightShenandoah, United StatesCruise to hit dozens of overlooks
Old RagTrailShenandoah, United Statesday-use tickets required
HawksbillTrailShenandoah, United Statespark’s highest point for birds-eye views
Lewis Spring FallsTrailShenandoah, United Statesmoderately difficult 3.6-mile loop hike
Cadillac MountainTrailAcadia, United Statessunrise hike
BeehiveTrailAcadia, United Statesclassic hike
Schoodic PeninsulaNeighborhoodAcadia, United Statesquieter area for tidepooling and sunset views
Ravens NestSightAcadia, United Statescatch the sunset behind Cadillac
Haborside HotelHotelAcadia, United Statesproperty that's New England chic with every luxury
Salt CottagesHotelAcadia, United Statesretro feel with fun amenities
Glacier National ParkSightGlacier, United StatesWestern larches blaze against evergreens in October
Going-to-the-Sun RoadSightGlacier, United Statesroad with roadside color show
Lake McDonaldSightGlacier, United Statesstroll destination
Hidden LakeTrailGlacier, United Stateshike destination
Two MedicineSightGlacier, United Stateslesser-visited area to explore
Highway 2SightGlacier, United Statesroadside color show
Belton ChaletHotelWest Glacier, United States100-year-old fireplace and scenic views
Montana Coffee TradersCaféWhitefish, United Statescoffee shop
Serrano's Mexican RestaurantRestaurantEast Glacier, United States

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Lonely PlanetAug 12

The best inn-to-inn hikes in the USA

Do-it-yourself multiday hikes between inns are harder to find in the USA than in Europe, but these six are worth the effort.

Home to the High Sierra Camps.

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Yosemite National ParkHotelHome to the High Sierra Camps.
Elsewhere
Bright Angel TrailTrailGrand Canyon, United StatesTrail for ascending from the canyon.
Big Meadows LodgeHotelShenandoah National Park, United StatesBig Meadows Lodge offers an ideal walkable experience for those wishing to dine, shop, drink, and explore right outside…
Appalachian TrailTrailWhite Mountains, United StatesScramble over granite boulders, dart across summits.
Lakes of the CloudsHotelWhite Mountains, United Statesstate of New Hampshire.
Appalachian Mountain ClubPlaceWhite Mountains, United StatesManages backcountry hut system since 1888.
Highland CenterHotelWhite Mountains, United StatesNear Crawford Notch, popular trailhead.
Joe Dodge LodgeHotelWhite Mountains, United StatesAt Pinkham Notch, near popular trailhead.
Lewis Mountain CabinsHotelShenandoah National Park, United StatesCabins have outdoor grill, picnic tables, gift shop.
SkylandHotelShenandoah National Park, United StatesThe show is a co-production between Paris's Method…
Bascom LodgeHotelMount Greylock, United StatesArts-and-crafts-style rooms on Mt Greylock summit.
Harbour House InnHotelCheshire, United StatesWelcoming inn in Cheshire, short walk from trail.
TouristsMotelNorth Adams, United StatesRevamped motor court with 90-acre campus beside river.
North Kaibab TrailTrailGrand Canyon, United StatesSteep trail for dropping into the canyon.
Phantom RanchHotelGrand Canyon, United StatesHikers gather for cold beer and family-style dinners.
El TovarHotelGrand Canyon, United StatesRustic elegance, fine end-of-hike reward.
Grand Canyon LodgeHotelGrand Canyon, United StatesDining options, rooms and cabins have ceiling fans.
South Kaibab TrailTrailGrand Canyon, United StatesTrail to Phantom Ranch from the South Rim.
Sneffels RangeTrailOuray, United States34-mile mountain path from Telluride to Ouray.
San Juan HutsPlaceOuray, United StatesManages four shelters along the Sneffels Range path.
Mt SneffelsSightOuray, United StatesSummit of 14,157ft in the Sneffels Range.
GreenleafHotelWhite Mountains, United States
Zealand FallsHotelWhite Mountains, United States

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OutsideApr 1

The 5 Best Waterfalls to Visit During the Spring Snowmelt

Despite the dry winter, spring is when waterfalls are at their most breathtaking. Witness a snowmelt waterfall firsthand in these five locations.

Requires a standard, annual, or America the Beautiful Pass.

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Yosemite FallsSightOne of North America's tallest, plunges 2,425 feet.
Upper Yosemite FallsTrailA two to three hour out-and-back climb for close views.
Vernal FallsSightA 317-foot waterfall located on the Merced River.
Nevada FallsSightA 594-foot waterfall located on the Merced River.
Bridalveil FallsSightHangs from the south side of Yosemite Valley at 620 feet.
Yosemite National ParkHotelRequires a standard, annual, or America the Beautiful Pass.
Yosemite Falls webcamPlaceSet up by Yosemite Conservancy for virtual viewing.
Elsewhere
Shoshone FallsSightTwin Falls, United StatesKnown as the “Niagara of the West,” 212 feet high.
Shoshone Falls ParkParkTwin Falls, United StatesEntrance fee covers falls, lake, and canyon rim trail.
Snoqualmie FallsSightSnoqualmie, United StatesDramatic 268-foot drop near Seattle on the Cascade Range.
Snoqualmie Falls TrailTrailSnoqualmie, United StatesA 1.5-mile out-and-back with a view of the falls.
Upper Mesa FallsSightAshton, United StatesOne of the last significantly sized undammed waterfalls.
Mesa Falls Visitor CenterSightAshton, United StatesOpen daily in summer with trail information available.
Mesa Falls Nature TrailTrailAshton, United StatesTwo-mile out-and-back to see both upper and lower falls.
Palouse FallsSightWalla Walla, United StatesPlunges 200 feet into a tight, basalt canyon.
Palouse Falls State ParkSightWalla Walla, United StatesOffers 94 acres of recreational area and hiking trails.
Lyons Ferry State ParkSightWalla Walla, United StatesNearby park with swimming and picnicking spots.
Canyon Rim TrailTrailTwin Falls, United States

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15 US National Parks Perfect for Fall Road Trips

The best inn-to-inn hikes in the USA

The 5 Best Waterfalls to Visit During the Spring Snowmelt