Known as the “Golden State,” California offers an abundance of pristine camping spots—regions that reflect the wide array of terrain that is present in the state. From secluded mountain retreats to camping spots along the beaches of the Pacific Ocean to the vast nothingness of the Sonoran and Mojave deserts, California is a one-of-a-kind paradise […]

Guest post by Clare, travel blogger at Altitude Treks – for everything high-altitude. Hike details: Where: North Island, New Zealand Length: 19.4km, 12 miles. Allow 7-9 hours (I completed in 7hrs 15minutes) Elevation gain: Start: 1100 m to Red Crater 1886 m to End 800 m The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is touted in guide books

Located in the north-central United States and occupying both the Midwest and Great Lakes regions of the country, Wisconsin is one of the most naturally stunning states in the United States and a virtual wonderland for campers and outdoor enthusiasts. Wisconsin shares borders with a number of U.S. states and major bodies of water, namely

Situated in the southeastern portion of the great state of Texas, Houston is one of the largest and most populous cities in the nation, in fact ranking fourth in population after New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago.  It also is the largest city in the Southern United States, as well as the seat of

Located in the very heart of the American South, Alabama boasts miles of pristine, wooded forestland that plays host to thousands of acres of coveted camping areas. Bordered to the north by Tennessee; to the east by Georgia; to the west by Mississippi; and to the south by Florida and the Gulf of Mexico; Alabama

California is not only one of the largest and most populated states in America, it also ranks very high as one of the most-visited regions in the United States and the world, drawing millions of people each year from every corner of the country and globe. There are several factors that have led to California’s