The Red River Gorge is a unique and scenic natural area within the Daniel Boone National Forest. It's known for its abundant natural stone arches, unusual rock formations, and spectacular sandstone cliffs. In fact, Red River Gorge has over 100 natural arches, making it the greatest concentration of arches east of the Rocky Mountains.
In the heart of the Black Mountains of western North Carolina stands Mount Mitchell, the highest point east of the Mississippi River. Named for the dark spruces and firs that cover the slopes of the higher elevations, the Black Mountains contain more than 20 peaks that rise above 6000 feet. Outstanding hiking opportunities abound in this park.
For many hikers, a "bucket list" or "life list" just wouldn't be complete unless it included a rim to rim hike across the Grand Canyon. I was fortunate enough to do just that over the Memorial Day weekend in 1996 with three fellow hikers.
Nearly the entire length of the four-mile (one-way) hike to the summit of Mt. Rogers passes through open country, offering sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness as far as the eye can see. With the rocky outcroppings and the open views, it seems more like hiking in some places out west rather than in the Appalachian Mountains.
Grassy Ridge on Roan Mountain is the longest stretch of grassy bald in the Appalachian Mountains, and is an easy hiking destination starting out of Carvers Gap.
At the top of pass you'll have your first views of Gilpin Lake. The view of the deep blue, alpine lake is stunning and dramatic - one of the best in the Rockies.
At one point the fire got so big that they parked a train - loaded with foam - just outside of town. This was to be our protection in case the wind changed direction. Later on we made the hike to spend the night at the historic Sperry Chalet.\n
'Trekking' refers to common walk along Himalayan trails that has been pleasing by all as the most occurrence open - air activity. But we can found that Trekking has been exposed as the soul cleansing achievement desired by anyone who welcomes nature.Nepal Trekking is one of the familiar sports for tourism activities.
The Everest Base Camp Trek is a legendary and classical trekking trail amongst the most delightful trekking ventures. Actually, it is 'A giant of Giants' amongst the most popular treks in Nepal. It is likewise socially alluring. Together with the magnificence of the Himalayas, the trek is really an excursion of a lifetime! Prepare to drench yourself in ponder of the Everest Himalayas