Michigan is a famous sportfishing region when it comes to freshwater fishing. Muskies, pike, salmon, perch, and bass are all big draws for the state, but the most famous fishery revolves around trout. Five species of trout can be found in Michigan, including brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, rainbow trout, and steelhead. The state [...]
Michigan might not be the first state on your list for outdoor adventures, but it definitely deserves a second look. This Midwestern state plays double duty as a coastal getaway thanks to the Great Lakes found to the north, east, and west. Michigan provides top-rate campsites to create a home base for all kinds of [...]
Washington is a beautiful state located along the West Coast of the United States. It belongs to the Pacific Northwest, and part of the Rocky Mountains extends up through its boundaries. Some of the peaks and ranges within the state feature majestic mountains whose scenery and opportunity for outdoor recreation are not to be missed. [...]
Pennsylvania is the perfect place for waterfalls. The state boasts 86,000 miles (138,403.5 kilometers) of creeks, streams, and rivers. Pennsylvania has more miles of natural waterways than any other state in the contiguous United States. The only state that has more natural waterways than Pennsylvania is Alaska. Let that sink in. The state is 180 [...]
The state of Virginia is known for its wide array of wondrous landscapes. Hikers, sightseers, and outdoor enthusiasts come to see the famous Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains that stretch along the western border of the state. A large portion of the mountainous lands and animal and plant species in Virginia are protected within the [...]
Whether it’s a pond or a lake, bodies of water add so much beauty to our lives. They’re easy to enjoy regardless of whether we’re taking a dip, fishing, boating, or reading a book. In this article, we’ll be covering the largest natural and manmade lakes in America. Get ready to be awed as we [...]
Outforia Quicktake: When a river, stream, or lake flows over a vertical slope, its content pours down said incline forming a beautiful waterfall. Over time, the falling water erodes the river bed. This wearing down of the earth plays an important role in the formation of waterfalls. With close to a thousand waterfalls ranging from [...]
Outforia Quicktake: Key Takeaways Joshua Tree National Park in southern California is unique in the national park system for its abundance of easily accessible wilderness areas and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation of all kinds. With so much that can be seen and done in Joshua Tree National Park, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to [...]
National parks are some of the most spectacular places in the United States. From towering glacier-covered peaks to deep caves and sprawling deserts, there are endless adventures to be had in an American national park. But whether you’re a die-hard fan of the National Park Service or you’re interested in visiting your very first park, [...]
A tree is a woody plant that regularly renews its growth. Most plants classified as trees have a single self-supporting trunk containing woody tissues, and in most species, the trunk produces secondary limbs, called branches. Trees are everywhere, in cities, mountains, forests, even on movie sets and it’s irrefutable that they add beauty to the places [...]
Arizona’s national parks take you to places like the world’s second-largest canyon, saguaro forests, and volcanic “sky islands.” Twenty-four parks make up Arizona’s National Park Service under seven designations, including: Of Arizona’s twenty-four parks, ten provide a well-rounded experience in nature. I defined this as having at least a few miles of hiking and camping [...]
Nearly a dozen of the 423 parks designated as national parks by the United States can be found inside of Florida. Each of them has unique opportunities for outdoor activities, wildlife watching, and their own historical significance. Most people have heard of the more famous parks like the Everglades, but other beautiful national parks in [...]
