The Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, better known as just Maroon Bells, is located near Aspen, Colorado. Although the area features the Elk Mountains and spans the White River and Gunnison National Forests, it’s best known for the extremely popular Maroon Bells … Continued
The Lookout Mountain Nature Preserve is a 100+ acre park atop Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado. Entry is free and the parking lot is large and paved. The site is for day-use only—the hours are listed as 8:00 am to … Continued
The Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave is an attraction atop Lookout Mountain in Golden, Colorado. Entry is free and the site features restrooms and a cafe. The Museum illustrates the life, times, and legend of William F. Cody. It includes … Continued
Independence Pass is a roadside attraction on Colorado State Highway 82. Independence Pass, originally known as Hunter Pass, is a high mountain pass in the Rocky Mountains of central Colorado in the United States. It is at elevation 12,095 ft … Continued
Caesars Head Spring is a natural source for mineral water in upstate South Carolina. Like Moody Spring, it’s a roadside resource for anyone who wants to wet their lips. The spring is on Highway 276 below Caesars Head State Park. … Continued
Chau-Ram Falls is nestled in Chau-Ram County Park in upstate South Carolina. The park has a $2 entry fee per vehicle and features public camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, and kayaking. There are restrooms, showers, a vending machine, and even a … Continued
Scotsman Creek Falls is a 55-foot waterfall near Cashiers, North Carolina. The creek flows into the Chattooga River downstream. Much like nearby Andrew Ramey Falls and Lower Bearwallow Falls, this is more of a bushwack than a trail. There are … Continued
Andrew Ramey Falls is an impressive cascade in Oconee County, South Carolina. The pool at the base of the falls is only about 18 inches deep, but it’s sandy and would make for a great lounging area on a hot … Continued
Settler’s Park is a public hiking and picnic area in Boulder, Colorado. It’s connected to downtown via the pedestrian-friendly Boulder Creek Path and features a parking lot for cars. The most popular trail in the park is Red Rocks Loop, … Continued
