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See. Kilby Block Party Music Festival Attend this ultra-hip, indie-forward music festival. Golden Spike National Historical Park↗ Commemorates the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. Winter Roundup skijoring Watch skiers and snowboarders towed by horses through snowy streets.

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Lonely PlanetOct 9, 2026

10 Best Rail Journeys in the USA

See the best of the USA with our picks of America

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  • Asher Adams hotelHotelIn Salt Lake City's former Union Station, built 1909.
  • Golden Spike National Historical ParkSightSite of first transcontinental railroad meeting.
  • Elsewhere
  • Arches National ParkSightMoab, United StatesNearby national park accessible from Moab.
  • California ZephyrPlaceChicago, United StatesRuns from Chicago to California, a 2438-mile journey.
  • Empire BuilderPlaceChicago, United StatesConnects Chicago to Seattle or Portland through mountains.
  • Rocky MountaineerPlaceVancouver, CanadaScenic train routes through mountain country from Vancouver.
  • Coast StarlightPlaceSeattle, United StatesTraces Pacific cliffs from Seattle to Los Angeles.
  • Durango & Silverton steam trainPlaceDurango, United StatesHeritage steam train through San Juan Mountains.
  • Canyon SpiritPlaceDenver, United StatesScenic train through Glenwood Canyon and Utah deserts.
  • California State Railroad MuseumMuseumSacramento, United StatesVolunteer guides narrate journey between Reno and Sacramento.
  • Cascade RangeSightSeattle, United StatesSnowcapped mountains seen on the Coast Starlight route.
  • Glacier Park LodgeHotelEast Glacier, United StatesHistoric log-cabin style lodge built in 1913.
  • Columbia River GorgeSightPortland, United StatesNational Scenic Area with thick forest and cliffs.
  • Sunset LimitedPlaceNew Orleans, United StatesSouthernmost Amtrak line, rolls along bayous and river.
  • Huey P Long BridgeSightNew Orleans, United StatesCrosses Mississippi River 153ft above water.
  • Pecos River High BridgeSightNew Mexico, United StatesOnce tallest bridge in the country, over Pecos River.
  • Pacific SurflinerPlaceLos Angeles, United StatesOceanside train route from Los Angeles to San Diego.
  • Amtrak CascadesPlaceEugene, United StatesRoute from Eugene, OR to Vancouver, Canada.
  • Adirondack routePlaceNew York, United StatesTrain journey through vineyards and past lakes.
  • Hudson ValleyNeighborhoodNew York, United StatesVerdant vineyards seen from the Adirondack route.
  • Lake ChamplainSightNew York, United StatesWith a length of 107 mi (172 km) and surface area over 500 sq mi (1,295 km2), it lies mostly between the U.S.
  • Glenwood CanyonSightDenver, United StatesWinding canyon in Colorado seen on Canyon Spirit.
  • Puget SoundSightSeattle, United States
  • Glacier National ParkSightEast Glacier, United States
  • Lake GeorgeSightNew York, United States
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OutsideSep 23

You Can Still Afford to Live in a Great Climbing Town. Here Are 6.

When the best climbing seems blocked by sky-high housing prices, these are the underrated climbing towns you can still afford.

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  • Tennessee RiverAquariumChattanooga, United StatesDeep water soloing along the river near Chattanooga
  • Indian CreekSightBluff, United StatesEndless splitters, over an hour's drive from Bluff
  • Valley of the GodsSightBluff, United States40-minute drive from Bluff, offers rock climbing
  • Comb RidgeCaféBluff, United StatesA cool eatery in Bluff
  • Shelf RoadSightCañon City, United StatesLimestone sport mecca, 48 minutes from Cañon City
  • Four Mile CreekSightCañon City, United StatesAbundant bouldering a few miles north of town
  • Buckskin CragsSightCañon City, United StatesVariety of climbing less than 20 minutes away
  • Rock SteadyPlaceCañon City, United StatesClimbing gym in pre-development, target opening 2027
  • Wauhatchie PikeSightChattanooga, United StatesLegendary bouldering near Chattanooga
  • New River GorgeTrailFayetteville, United StatesOffers thousands of trad, sport, and bouldering routes
  • Gripped FitnessPlaceFayetteville, United StatesSmall bouldering and board gym in Fayetteville
  • Mount LemmonSightTucson, United StatesAlpine environs with over 3,000 trad, sport, bouldering routes
  • Cochise StrongholdSightTucson, United StatesBackcountry, rugged experience with 800-some routes
  • The BLOCPlaceTucson, United StatesDiscover thrilling heights at Rocks and Ropes, Tucson…
  • Sugarloaf QuarrySightWinona, United StatesAbout 40 sport routes in Winona
  • Winona ice climbing parkSightWinona, United StatesOne of a handful of ice parks in the country
  • LaCrosseSightWinona, United StatesSport climbing about 25 miles away
  • Red WingSightWinona, United StatesSport climbing just over an hour away
  • Winona State UniversityPlaceWinona, United StatesHas a climbing wall open to the public
  • High Point ClimbingPlaceChattanooga, United States
  • Synergy ClimbingPlaceChattanooga, United States
  • Panther PeakSightTucson, United States
  • Gate's PassSightTucson, United States
  • Rock Solid ClimbingPlaceTucson, United States
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Lonely PlanetJul 16

Riding the California Zephyr

The Amtrak route between the San Francisco Bay area to Chicago shows a diverse cross-section of the nation that you won

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Condé Nast TravelerMar 5

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Salt Lake City, the All-Season Utah Getaway

A guide to Salt Lake City, from peak to plate in Utah’s mountain metropolis.

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  • SapaRestaurantJapanese cuisine with fresh fish and shareable plates.
  • SwigFast foodCity's infamous "dirty soda" chain spot.
  • Eva’s BakeryRestaurantQuiet French spot for coffee and pastries.
  • CosmicaRestaurantItalian diner with clam pie and elk carpaccio.
  • Aker Restaurant and LoungeRestaurantHome to the seasonal 10-course Tuna Fight Club omakase.
  • RepealBarSpeakeasy with live music, inventive cocktails, farm-fresh dishes.
  • FeltRestaurantPerfect for drinks or a full meal stretching late.
  • GourmandiseBakeryShines across the board, from brunch to dessert.
  • Copper OnionRestaurantDowntown staple with elevated New American dishes.
  • Red IguanaPublic artworkCome enjoy our signature Mole dishes, traditional Mexican specialties, and our killer cocktails!
  • Taqueria 27RestaurantWelcome to Taqueria 27.
  • Asher Adams, Autograph CollectionHotelDesign-forward centerpiece in a restored 1908 Union Pacific Depot.
  • No. 119BarFeatures whiskey and classic cocktails in a low-lit setting.
  • The Bar at Asher AdamsRestaurantOffers live music, innovative drinks, and bar bites.
  • Hyatt Regency SLCHotelSpacious, modern rooms with consistent service.
  • Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake CityHotelSmaller, bolder, highly personable with playful service touches.
  • The Grand America HotelHotelClassic luxury with grand public spaces and refined rooms.
  • AltaSightPerfect for skiers chasing deep powder and challenging terrain.
  • BrightonSightMore relaxed, with runs suited to families and intermediates.
  • SnowbirdSightOffers steep runs and long lift rides for serious skiers.
  • SolitudeSightQuieter, less crowded atmosphere for cruising and views.
  • Deer ValleySightIconic ski resort, one of our best places to go in 2026.
  • Park City MountainSightRenowned neighbor to Deer Valley.
  • White PineTrail
  • Lake BlancheTrail
Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →
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