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HIKING TRAILS
Easy Adventure
Oregon’s Top Spur Trail Keeps It Simple
Top Spur Trail in Oregon is a local favorite for good reason. It’s a straightforward hike that connects to other popular routes around Mount Hood, giving visitors plenty of options without a big time commitment.
The trail is about 2 miles round trip and easy to follow, making it great for a casual weekend outing. Hikers can link up with the Timberline Trail or push on toward McNeil Point for a longer day.
It’s a go-to spot for people who want mountain views, simple navigation, and a solid workout without a long drive or complicated route-finding.
The trail is about 2 miles round trip and easy to follow, making it great for a casual weekend outing. Hikers can link up with the Timberline Trail or push on toward McNeil Point for a longer day.
It’s a go-to spot for people who want mountain views, simple navigation, and a solid workout without a long drive or complicated route-finding.
A Simple Escape
Exploring Arches National Park
Arches National Park in Utah is an easy place to see a lot without much planning. The park’s main road takes you past most of the major arches and viewpoints, so visitors can stop and explore as they go.
Short trails lead to well-known spots like Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch, and even the quick pull-offs give you plenty to see. It’s a low-stress way to spend a day outdoors, take photos, and enjoy one of the most recognizable parks in the Southwest.
Short trails lead to well-known spots like Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch, and even the quick pull-offs give you plenty to see. It’s a low-stress way to spend a day outdoors, take photos, and enjoy one of the most recognizable parks in the Southwest.
Golden Hour
Golden hour—the hour after sunrise or before sunset—is the perfect time to be outdoors, no matter where you are in the country. From city skylines to mountain peaks, the light makes everything look better without any extra effort. Photographers, hikers, and casual explorers all take advantage of it for quick walks, short hikes, or just to pause and enjoy the view. It’s simple, easy to catch, and makes any outdoor moment feel a little more special.
Hiking Essentials
What You Really Need
Packing for a hike doesn’t have to be complicated. A good pair of shoes, water, snacks, and weather-appropriate layers cover most trips.
A map or phone with GPS is handy, and a small first-aid kit never hurts. Beyond that, it’s about keeping it simple and carrying what makes you comfortable. Knowing the basics lets you focus on the trail instead of what you forgot at home.
A map or phone with GPS is handy, and a small first-aid kit never hurts. Beyond that, it’s about keeping it simple and carrying what makes you comfortable. Knowing the basics lets you focus on the trail instead of what you forgot at home.
Next Stop, Nevada
Nevada’s hiking spots range from quick desert walks to longer mountain routes, and most don’t require a lot of prep. Popular areas like Red Rock Canyon and Lake Tahoe offer well-marked trails that are easy to follow. Bring water, sun protection, and shoes that can handle rocky terrain. Whether it’s a short outing or a longer day hike,
Nevada gives plenty of options for getting outside without overcomplicating things.
Nevada gives plenty of options for getting outside without overcomplicating things.
On the Trail
Oct 272 min read
Oct 273 min read
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