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

December 21, 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 3, 2021

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

Camping

3 Glamping Getaways––Plus, What to Pack

Three glamping destinations in Montana, California, and Utah––and what to pack for each.

September 29, 2020

March 4, 2021

Travel

The Dos and Don’ts of Tent Set-up, According to the Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's "Get Primitive" series is designed to guarantee a successful camp outing.

March 4, 2021

Wild Lands

Track Your Hikes with Strava This Month for a Chance to Win Gear from The North Face

Strava users can keep track of hiking and running this month for a chance to win some great gear from outdoor apparel behemoth The North Face.

March 3, 2021

Travel

11 Best Wildlife Viewing Experiences

From humpback whales to grizzly bears, here’s where you can see the West’s most striking wildlife

August 3, 2015

March 3, 2021

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

June 21, 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

December 1, 2020

National Parks

Kid-Friendly Things to Do at National Parks

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

September 12, 2018

November 18, 2020