This trail starts out at 6,900 ft, and just keeps climbing. All the huffing and puffing is worth it, though, when you get to the expansive mountain view.

This super easy hike keeps you in the shade with the river rushing along beside you while you meander through the forest.

This week we explored an old cemetery, found a cove on a lake, and probably saved a woman from being eaten alive by mosquitoes.

A beautiful hike around a glassy lake with mountain views that begin before you even get out of the car.

You never know what you might run into when you're hiking in the forest at the base of a mountain.

An easy loop around majestic falls. This trail definitely ranks at the top of our list.

A place for contemplation and reflection, where everyone is welcome.

We forgot that when you head out to catch the sunset, the way back will be in the dark. We learned some lessons on this one.

An easy hike on a rainy day where we found mossy trees, lacy lichen, grass growing in the middle of the river, and a glassy pool surrounded by silence.

Two short trails gave us stunning mountain views, beautiful spring flowers, and even took us to a little oasis with a waterfall and dragonflies!

A gorgeous hike on an old dirt road that leads to the ruins of a resort built in 1887 and a beautiful waterfall.

Not one, not two, but THREE caves, all in one hike. Oh, we also came across a smoldering fire pit and got a startling surprise in the shadowy depths.

We walked along a wooden path along a lazy river, through a forest of birch trees, and emerged in a field of gold surrounded by gorgeous mountain views.

I went to Alaska! Our first excursion had us walking on crunchy snow on the river's shore, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.

A quick little nature hike in the middle of town showcasing a plethora of different types of cacti.

Longer than expected, this trail takes you out to the ruins of a stone home built in the early 1900s.

A surprisingly beautiful oasis with diverse trees and wildlife, right off the freeway in Tucson.

An easy hike up a hill in Lake Shastina with 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains. Spectacular!

The trail was covered in snow so we enjoyed the blanket of sparkles and the magical serenity of winter.

With gorgeous views and lots of options to make it easy or difficult, this was the perfect pit-stop on our trip.