Our top 10 adventure and travel stories of 2022
We're always curious to see what ya'll are reading. This year, The Outbound Collective community was all about backpacking, hiking, and looking up locations for awesome trips. Here are our top 10 stories of the year!
1. 25 Must-do Hikes in Texas
The Lone Star State can be dangerously hot, so make sure to keep an eye on the weather and consider hiking during the cooler months. Heading out in the early morning or early evening are also great options to avoid the heat.
2. The 10 best hikes in Nashville Tennessee
These amazing hikes are all within a two-hour drive from Nashville! Expect wide, misty falls and tall, skinny cascades. Visiting in the summer? Bring a bathing suit. Some of the water features are swimmable!
3. The 25 best hikes in North Carolina
Did you know North Carolina has the tallest mountains in the Eastern United States? Summit the Smokies for incredible views, or trek through the Appalachian Mountains to spot blooming wildflowers and flowing creeks.
4. The ultimate backpacking bucket list for California
This huge state has many unique landscapes, from beaches to mountains, old growth forests and desert! Every backpacker can find a trail to try here.
5. Washington's 30 most incredible backpacking trips
Whether you're looking for a relaxed weekend trip or a several-week expedition, Washington is a haven for backpackers.
6. 12 Must-do backpacking adventures in North Carolina
Hike above the clouds on the Appalachian Trail, or go for low ground in a national forest. You can even find backpacking opportunities a quick drive from cities like Asheville and Charlotte.
7. Do your knees hurt when hiking downhill? Here's why.
Have you ever breezed through an uphill hike only to find your knees were wrecked on the descent? This author dug into this annoying challenge and how to go easy on your legs so you can hike for years to come.
8. The top 25 hikes in Arizona
The red rocks around Phoenix and Sedona are some of the most unique in the world. Try short day hikes (especially during warmer days) or go on a backpacking trip to spend a few night embedded in this stunning landscape.
9. The 25 best campsites in California
California camping can mean posting up near a beach and spending your days swimming, or pitching your tent in a forest of redwoods. We recommend spending a night or two at these 25 incredible spots to get to know The Golden State.
10. The best waterfall hikes in Arizona
People often think deserts, cacti, and turquoise when Arizona comes to mind. But, this Southwest state is also teeming with waterfalls!
Feature image by Kyle Obermann.
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