Outdoor Adventure Travel Ideas - Sunset

Man taking one of the best hikes in La Quinta, La Quinta Cove, through rocks and open meadows

42 Can’t-Miss Hikes in the West for Amazing Scenery and Terrain

From iconic trails in Zion and Yosemite to under-the-radar loops in Arizona, these hiking trails lead you to gorgeous desert, mountain, and coastal views

April 29, 2013

May 20, 2020

Outdoor Adventure

Where to Go Birding in the West

From windswept tundra to places where an eagle might land on your car, the West has the perfect birding experience for everyone

January 24, 2019

March 29, 2020

Travel

The Kids’ Gear Your Adventuring Sidekick Needs for Your Next Family Trip

Whether you’re venturing off to a campsite or taking a road trip to grandma’s, this gear will make the journey a little sweeter for your kiddo

February 7, 2020

March 17, 2020

Outdoor Adventure

Where the Wild Things Are: Programs That Foster Kids’ Connection to the Outdoors

These nonprofits expose urban and underserved youth to a variety of activities to increase their outdoor play and build critical life skills in the process

January 31, 2020

February 11, 2020

The Latest From Sunset

SoCal Desert Stunners at Joshua Tree National Park, CA

National Parks

Waterfalls, Wildflowers, and Waves of Sand: 10 National Parks That Shine in Spring

Don't miss these Western landscapes come bursting to life in spring

April 19, 2019

May 27, 2020

Travel

Sunset Cinemas: The Best Western-Themed Documentaries

A delicious documentary, free-climbing thrills, Western tunes, and more to watch this weekend

March 20, 2020

May 27, 2020

Camping

The 15 Best Campsites in the West, Hands Down

An entirely unscientific, emotional, and somewhat biased accounting of the greatest places to pitch a tent, chosen by the pros who live their lives outdoors

May 13, 2019

May 27, 2020

Gifts & Shopping

Shop the Best Bargains from 10 Memorial Day Blowout Sales, from Barbecue Smokers to Kayaks

Memorial Day is your last chance before summer vacation time to take advantage of great outdoorsy sales. We've got the best bargain from each store

May 21, 2019

May 19, 2020

Plan Your Spring Adventure

Travel

24 Glorious Ways to Experience Spring at Its Peak, from Mountain Biking to Wildflower Viewing

Blow the dust off winter with blooms gone wild, bike trips, gushing falls, and more

February 1, 2011

March 29, 2020

National Parks

10 All-Time Best National Park Experiences

Since our first issue in 1898, Sunset has loved the American West’s national parks. Here, in no particular order, are our favorite ways to experience them

October 4, 2018

May 27, 2020

Man hiking along ridgeline with skis at Telluride

Travel

17 Epic Ski Resorts to Add to Your Snowy Bucket List

Get your winter sports fix at the best mountain resorts around the West

April 15, 2011

November 17, 2019

National Parks

16 Kid-Friendly Things to Do at National Parks

These activities are hand-picked by Kate Siber, author of the new children's book National Parks of the USA

September 12, 2018

October 2, 2018