Hiking and Active Travel | The Local Tourist

Hiking The Broadmoor Seven Falls – the Grandest One Mile in Colorado

A lifelong Midwesterner hikes to the top of The Broadmoor Seven Falls and finds beauty, power, and inner strength.

Camping and hiking the Upper Peninsula along Lake Superior exceed expectations.

McCormick’s Creek State Park is a great place to step into nature and enjoy Indiana. Check out this overview of the hiking trails before you go.

Finding a Route 66 treasure and carvings from long ago.

See what it’s like to hike Indiana Dunes National Park, a treasure on the shores of Lake Michigan

The unexpected benefits of making a commitment to get outside, every day.

There’s no need for experience if you want to paddle this peaceful class 1 float near Scottsdale, Arizona.

Get on their bikes and ride! Explore McHenry County’s miles of trails with a county-wide bike sharing service.

A walk in the magnificent Indiana forest isn’t exactly a straight line, but getting turned around is half the fun.

Escape to Gabis Arboretum, a welcome respite from busy city life, just minutes from the interstate in northwest Indiana.

Experience one of the most beautiful places in America with the Canyon Overlook Trail hike.

You don’t have to be an athlete to take your bicycle on a road trip. In fact, you can be a couple of middle-aged biking newbies.