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Condé Nast TravelerAug 12, 2026

20 Best A-Frame Cabins Across the US and Canada

These adorable rentals are the perfect weekend escape.

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The Upstate AHotelPine Plains, United StatesFloor-to-ceiling windows under a 20-foot ceiling.
Promised Land State ParkTrailGreentown, United States3,000-acre park with hiking trails, waterfalls, and lakes.
Cannon MountainSightLittleton, United States20 minutes from a vintage A-frame cabin.
Blue Ridge ParkwayTrailVinton, United States15 minutes by car from a Virginia A-frame.
Smith Mountain LakeSightVinton, United States20 minutes by car from a Virginia A-frame.
Rockbridge State Nature PreserveTrailRockbridge, United StatesIt is part of the Hocking Hills region, but the sandstone that forms the natural bridge is located lower in the…
Nepessing LakeSightLapeer, United StatesNear a Michigan A-frame.
Water Canyon TrailheadTrailHildale, United StatesNear a Utah glamper.
Parker Pond Headland PreserveTrailChesterville, United States
Scapes Cafe and BakeryRestaurantChesterville, United States
DEW Haven ZooSightChesterville, United States
Mount MansfieldNature reserveMorristown, United States
Moss Glen FallsSightMorristown, United States
Meadow Spur TrailTrailMorristown, United States
Wiessner WoodsTrailMorristown, United States
Wallace Cross Mill Historic SiteSightAirville, United States
Pleasant Valley Golf CourseSightAirville, United States
Chateau de Laurel wineryPlaceAirville, United States
Butterfly Ridge Conservation CenterSightRockbridge, United States
North Country Hiking TrailTrailDetroit Lakes, United States
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Visitor CenterSightDetroit Lakes, United States
K&K TubingSightDetroit Lakes, United States
Harbor Ridge WineryPlaceEgg Harbor, United States
Egg Harbor Fun ParkTheme parkEgg Harbor, United States
Casey's BBQ & SmokehouseRestaurantEgg Harbor, 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.

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Bright Angel TrailTrailGrand Canyon, United StatesTrail for ascending from the canyon.
Yosemite National ParkHotelYosemite Valley, United StatesHome to the High Sierra Camps.
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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OutsideJul 29

I’ve Forecast Extreme Weather for 30 Years. These Are My Top Adventure Towns for Escaping the Heat.

A veteran television meteorologist shares her favorite under-the-radar U.S. towns where summer temperatures stay comfortably under 80 degrees—and are full of outdoor adventure.

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Olympic National ParkSightForks, United Statesmost diverse national park in the USA
Mount WashingtonSightConcord, United Stateshighest peak in the Northeast, infamous for extreme weather
Mount Washington Auto RoadSightConcord, United StatesAmerica's oldest man-made tourist attraction
Mount Washington Cog RailwaySightConcord, United Statesworld's first mountain-climbing cog railway
Jackson FallsSightJackson, United States100-feet-tall falls, series of cascades and pools
Androscoggin RiverSightJackson, United StatesPaddle on a guided wildlife kayaking tour
Great Glen Trails Outdoor CenterPlaceJackson, United Statesoffers guided wildlife kayaking tours
White MountainsSightJackson, United Statesterrain for every mountain biker
YesterdaysRestaurantJackson, United StatesChow down on a Bennie or omelet
Sunrise ShackRestaurantJackson, United StatesGrab a burger
Wildcat TavernGuest houseJackson, United StatesEnjoy country comfort food in rustic post and beam
Moat Mountain Smokehouse and Brewing CompanyRestaurantJackson, United StatesFor barbecue and craft beer
Wildcat Inn and TavernGuest houseJackson, United Stateshistoric, classic New England charm
Mirror LakeSightLake Placid, United Statesgas-powered boats aren’t allowed, ideal for swimming
High Falls GorgeSightLake Placid, United StatesHike for waterfalls and shaded trails
Whiteface Mountain Veterans’ Memorial HighwaySightLake Placid, United StatesNew York’s toughest bike ascent
Stairway Ridge TrailTrailLake Placid, United Statesshort and steep hike to the summit
Miracle on Ice rinkSightLake Placid, United Statesskating on the famed rink
SkyRide at Lake Placid Ski Jumping ComplexSightLake Placid, United Statesride the SkyRide
Mt. Van HoevenbergAttractionLake Placid, United Statestake a luge or biathlon lesson
Cliffside CoasterPlaceLake Placid, United StatesNorth America’s longest mountain coaster
The Coffee BarCaféLake Placid, United StatesStart the day with a latte on the balcony
Bluesberry BakeryBakeryLake Placid, United Statesgrab a pastry
The Breakfast Club, etc.RestaurantLake Placid, United Stateslocal favorite before a hike

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 20

From the White Mountains to the Seacoast, These Are the Best Airbnbs and Rentals in New Hampshire

Whether you’re looking for a cabin in the woods, beachfront access, or a spot in the middle of downtown, these rentals deliver.

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Mount Sunapee State Park and Ski ResortSightGoshen, United StatesFour-minute drive from a newly renovated chalet.
Lake SunapeeSightGoshen, United StatesIt is the fifth-largest lake located entirely in New Hampshire.
Bear Rock AdventuresPlacePittsburg, United StatesNearby outdoor activity for enthusiasts.
Back Lake public beachSightPittsburg, United StatesOutdoor space for pets and duck-watching.
Lake Francis State ParkParkPittsburg, United StatesThe state park has a boat launch, visitor center, and playground and offers opportunities for fishing, canoeing on the…
The Pitt at Buck Rub PubRestaurantPittsburg, United StatesNearby pub.
Lake WinnisquamSightTilton, United StatesLocation of a family-friendly log cabin.
Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at MeadowbrookPlaceTilton, United StatesShort drive from a log cabin.
WolfeboroPlace of worshipTuftonboro, United StatesTown known as "The Oldest Summer Resort in America".
Pats PeakSightBradford, United StatesThe ski area opened in 1963 and has a vertical drop of 770 feet (230 m).
Colby-Sawyer CollegePlaceBradford, United StatesColby–Sawyer College is a private college in New London, New Hampshire, United States.
ManchesterNature reserveGoffstown, United StatesNature abounds at Manchester Cedar Swamp—the largest protected area in New Hampshire's most populated city.
Rossview FarmPlaceConcord, United StatesOffers pick-your-own berries, pumpkins, and maple syrup.
Main St.NeighborhoodConcord, United StatesShopping area in Concord.
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery CenterMuseumConcord, United StatesThe museum is dedicated to Christa McAuliffe, the Concord High School social studies teacher selected by NASA out of…
Highland Mountain Bike ParkSightTilton, United States
Tanger OutletsSightTilton, United States
Lake WinnipesaukeeSightTuftonboro, United States
Castle in the CloudsNature reserveTuftonboro, United States
Lake ToddSightBradford, United States
Mount Sunapee State ParkSightBradford, United States
Whitman ParkParkBradford, United States
New Hampshire State Capitol BuildingSightConcord, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 9

17 Ultra-Scenic Road Trips in the USA Worth Every Single Mile

A comprehensive guide to the best road trips in the US, including the places to stop, where to stay, and what you’ll see along each route.

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Meherwan IraniPlaceAsheville, United StatesJames Beard Best Chef semifinalist with Indian restaurants
Sabbaday FallsSightLincoln, United Stateseasy walk leading to waterfall
PemigewassetSightLincoln, United StatesIt is 65.0 miles (104.6 km) in length and drains approximately 1,021 square miles (2,644 km2).
Swift RiverSightLincoln, United Statesswimming holes ideal for cooling off in warmer months
The Common ManRestaurantLincoln, United Statesstandout casual spot for a post-hike meal
Chang Thai CafeRestaurantLittleton, United Statesdinner reservation to score in Littleton
Schilling Beer Co.PubLittleton, United Statesriverside beer spot in Littleton
Mill Street KitchenRestaurantLittleton, United Statesdelivers pizza to Schilling Beer Co.
RiverWalk Resort at Loon MountainHotelLincoln, United Statesresort amenities near the western end
The White Mountain Hotel and ResortHotelConway, United Stateslongtime favorite near the eastern entrance
Woodstock Inn Brewery & InnMotelWoodstock, United Statesclassic White Mountains stay just outside Lincoln
Under Canvas White Mountains VistaHotelLittleton, United Statesnew and refined glamping site near Littleton
Blue Ridge DistillingRestaurantBlue Ridge Mountains, United Statescraft distillery with moonshine-inspired whiskey
Troy BallPlaceAsheville, United Statesdistiller known for using Crooked Creek corn varietal
Dale’s Wheels Through Time MuseumMuseumMaggie Valley, United Statesdisplays over 350 rare American motorcycles
Sliding RockSightPisgah National Forest, United Statesnatural waterslide with a pool around it
Katie ButtonPlaceAsheville, United StatesEl Bulli-trained chef with two spots in Asheville
Dalaya ThaiRestaurantSylva, United StatesReserve your table for our special Dinner & Brunch events, featuring three or five course meals inspired by Chef Gun’s…
Sante Wine BarRestaurantSylva, United StatesEnjoy curated wines, craft cocktails, and small bites at Santé Wine Bar & Bistro in Downtown Neenah, WI.
Afton Mountain VineyardsSightAfton, United Statesvineyard stay in Virginia
Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and SpaHotelPigeon Forge, United Statesclose detour to Dollywood
CrossroadsSightMississippi, United StatesMississippi spot where Robert Johnson sold his soul
CL Graham WanganSightLincoln, United States

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OutsideApr 22

Spring Hiking Can Turn Deadly Fast. The White Mountains Just Proved It.

A solo hiker’s death in New Hampshire serves as a grim warning on why spring conditions can be the most deceptive for mountain travelers.

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Franconia Ridge TrailTrailsteep, rocky trail in Franconia Notch State Park
White Mountain National ForestSightarea with trails where hikers were rescued
Mount WashingtonSighttallest peak in the northeastern U.S.
Mount ChocoruaSightmountain where a hiker fractured her ankle
Franconia NotchSightDominated by Cannon Mountain to the west and Mount Lafayette to the east, it lies principally within Franconia Notch…
Franconia Notch State ParkPlacemountain area in White Mountains with hiking trails
HikeSafe cardPlacecard exempting rescued hikers from rescue costs

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OutsideApr 9

The Seven Wonders of the Trail Running World

These epic routes belong on every runner’s bucket list

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Presidential TraverseTrail18-mile route along Presidential Range spine
Appalachian Mountain Club hutsSightwater refill points on Presidential Traverse
Elsewhere
Colorado RiverSightGrand Canyon National Park, United Statesriver at the bottom of the Grand Canyon
Kalalau TrailTrailHawaii, United States22-mile out-and-back to Kalalau Beach
HOKA Speedgoat 7PlaceNew York City, United Statesshoe designed for wild and rugged terrain
Haena State ParkNature reserveHawaii, United Statesparking reservation needed for Kalalau Trail
Timberline TrailTrailOregon, United States41.5-mile loop circumnavigating Mount Hood
Timberline LodgeHotelOregon, United Statesstart point for Timberline Trail loop
Four Pass LoopTrailColorado, United States27-mile route climbing four alpine passes
Maroon Bells-Snowmass WildernessNature reserveColorado, United Statesstunning wilderness for Four Pass Loop
Tour de Mont BlancTrailChamonix-Mont-Blanc, France106-mile circumnavigation of Mont Blanc massif
Ultra Trail du Mont BlancFestivalChamonix-Mont-Blanc, Franceultrarunners race the Tour de Mont Blanc route
Milford TrackTrailFiordland National Park, New Zealand33-mile route through Fjordland National Park
Fjordland National ParkSightFiordland National Park, New Zealandstunning coastal mountains on South Island
Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim-to-RimTrailGrand Canyon National Park, United States42-48 mile route with 22,000 ft elevation change

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 25, 2025

35 Airbnbs for New Yorkers Looking to Escape the City

These roomy rentals are all within a four-hour drive of Midtown Manhattan.

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Phoenicia DinerRestaurantPhoenicia, United Statesclose to a home near Phoenicia
Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational RiverSightCallicoon, United StatesCanoe through rapids and quiet pools as the Delaware River winds its way through a valley of swiftly changing scenery…
Dorflinger Glass MuseumMuseumWhite Mills, United StatesHome to one of the nation’s largest collection of Dorflinger glass, with 1,000 pieces of cut, engraved, etched, gilded…
West Kill BreweryBarWest Kill, United States5 miles down a dead end road sits West Kill Brewing: a small batch craft brewery nestled in the Catskill Mountains.
Opus 40Public artworkSaugerties, United StatesIt comprises a sprawling series of dry-stone ramps, pedestals and platforms covering 6.5 acres (2.6 ha) of a bluestone…
Storm King Art CenterParkNew Windsor, United StatesIt contains perhaps the largest collection of contemporary outdoor sculptures in the United States.
Goosepond Mountain State ParkNature reserveChester, United StatesThe park is located within the Town of Chester and is administered by the Palisades Interstate Park Commission.
Northern Dutchess Botanical GardensSightRhinebeck, United States
Pondside Press Graphics Workshop & Art GalleryMuseumRhinebeck, United States
Wilderstein Historic SiteSightRhinebeck, United States
Vlei Marsh TrailTrailRhinebeck, United States
Damascus Forest TrailTrailDamascus, United States
Second District Brew FarmRestaurantHonesdale, United States
Devil’s Path TrailTrailGloversville, United States
Huckleberry PointSightTannersville, United States
Overlook Mountain TrailheadTrailWoodstock, United States
Sloan Gorge PreserveSightSaugerties, United States
Great KnotPublic artworkSaugerties, United States
Overlook Mountain Wild ForestNature reserveWoodstock, United States
Harriman State ParkParkHarriman, United States
Fitzgerald FallsSightCornwall, United States
Mombasha ParkParkMonroe, United States
Legoland New York ResortSightGoshen, United States
Ashley FallsSightCatskill, United States
Rip Van Winkle Brewing CompanyRestaurantCatskill, United States

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