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From the Smokies to Hot Springs, celebrate the season with snowman scavenger hunts, sailing or skiing with Santa, and snowball competitions.

Summer’s intense heat is changing the National Park Service’s approach to entry rules at this otherworldly Utah “Mighty Five” national park, opening up some last-minute late-summer travel opportunities for canyon country lovers.

This year’s annual “Star Party” event will run from June 18 through 25.

Craft the perfect itinerary through southern Utah’s canyon country with these handy tips on how to avoid crowds and more.

America’s parks are the ultimate outdoor classroom for toddlers and teens alike.

Mary Colter’s genius survives in the iconic architecture and interiors of several landmark buildings—but you might not know it.

These nature-surrounded lodges, inns, and visitor centers have created a genre of their own.

Pile on your warmest gear and enjoy these beautiful national parks with fewer crowds, dramatic landscapes, and snowy outdoor activities.

White-water rafting in summer, skiing in winter, hiking, biking, and hot springs in the shoulder seasons: Here’s how to enjoy a year’s worth of outdoor adventures in Idaho, the low-key superstar of the Pacific Northwest.

Ditch the air-conditioning and bask in canyon country’s idyllic weather.

Amtrak routes like the Empire Builder and the California Zephyr deliver you straight to the country’s wildest places.

Personalized health scans, group workshops, and a deep sense of community—a writer heads to a wellness experience geared toward middle-aged women to see whether these escapes can actually provide any comfort, relief, and healing.

Planes may be much faster, but trains show you the world in more relaxed, scenic manner.

Whether you’re looking for sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean or a multiday adventure through national parks, these road trips provide plenty of opportunities to explore the United States.

Make the most of Colorado’s gorgeous landscapes at these noteworthy campsites.