100 Unforgettable Adventures

We at Outdoor Project feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with over 750 Contributors located across the country and beyond since we first "opened our doors" in 2013. These are the individuals who commit their dreams, sweat, and talent to generate the remarkable stories that are at the heart of the Outdoor Project community experience. Whether it’s soaking in a remote geothermal pool surrounded by old-growth or standing on a summit enjoying 360-degree views of a dramatic alpine environment, these Contributors are dedicating themselves to building a phenomenal resource for all outdoor enthusiasts, created by outdoor enthusiasts.

We're only halfway through the year and 2017 has already been full of big news, growth, and events for Outdoor Project - but we’re incredibly excited to celebrate a HUGE publication milestone that perhaps ranks at the top of our team's list: 

On June 14th, 2017, Outdoor Project published its 5,000th adventure! 

In true OP style, there's no better way to celebrate than to pause for a bit to look at a few of the most iconic and unique stories, images, and locations represented on the site. The 100 adventures selected here exemplify the spirit of awe and appreciation we all share when we get outside in remarkable spots; each of these adventures is an excellent story in itself, bringing the reader right into the action with compelling writing and inspiring photography.

Stare into the curious black eyes of a mountain goat on Colorado’s Buffalo Mountain; leap from a cliff to the base of a waterfall in Oregon’s remote Salmon River Canyon; ponder the purpose of Utah’s ancient and majestic False Kiva; shred the chutes of California’s Lassen Peak; explore New York's vast and breathtaking Adirondacks; head south in search of backcountry adventure in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains; cross borders to shred some of British Colombia's finest singletrack; or even 'cross the pond' for the ultimate French Alps experience that is Aiguille du Midi. Whatever fits your fancy, these adventures do more than help you find amazing spots - they take you there.

Of course, “best” is a subjective term and there are thousands (literally!) of additional Outdoor Project adventures that may vie for the top spot in your heart. Take a moment to wander through these extraordinary stories, and spend a little time exploring the related adventures as well. You’re sure to find your own 100 best and add a few to your to-do list. And remember that you only live once, so don’t let another year go by without completing one of these stunning outdoor adventures - get outside and enjoy!

Domestic Adventures

Alaska:

• Crow Pass Trail Thru-Hike
• Kennicott Glacier Lodge

Arizona:

• Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

California:

• Tenaya Canyon Descent
• Chimney Rock
• Lassen Peak, Southeast Chutes Backcountry
• Glacier Pass, Sawtooth Pass + Big Five Lakes Hiking Loop
• Mount Whitney Hike via the Mountaineers Route
• The Lost Coast Trail
• Point Bonita Lighthouse
• Arch Rock Nature Trail
• Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
• Cactus to Clouds
• Sierra Hot Springs

Colorado:

• Cliff Palace
• Chasm Lake Hike
• Buffalo Cabin + Buffalo Mountain Hike
• Ice Lake + Island Lake Hike

Florida:

• Dry Tortugas National Park
• Wacissa River

Georgia:

• James Edmond Trail + Black Rock Lake
• Yonah Mountain

Hawaii:

• Kalalau Trail
• The Mokulaua Islands
• Pipiwai Trail Hike

Idaho: 

• Middle Fork of the Salmon River
• Alpine + Sawtooth Lakes, Iron Creek Drainage
• Selway River
• Craters of the Mood National Monument

Maine:

• Mount Katahdin Via the Knife Edge + Hamlin Ridge Trails

Michigan:

• Lakeshore - North Country Trail: Miners Beach to Beaver Creek

Minnesota:

• Mainland Sea Caves from Meyers Beach

Montana:

• Hidden Lake Hanging Garden Trail

North Carolina:

• Green River Narrows

New Hampshire:

• Sawyer River
• Mount Washington, Lionhead Winter Route

New Mexico:

• Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Nevada:

• Diana's Punchbowl/Devil's Cauldron

New York:

• Black River: Lyons Falls to Beeches Landing
• Chimney Mountain
• Seymour Mountain
• Bald Mountain + Rondaxe Fire Tower

Ohio:

• Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve

Oregon:

• Mount Hood, Sandy Glacier Caves
• Three Pools
• Fivemile Butte Lookout Tower
• Alvord Hot Springs
• Rogue River Trail - Day 3
• Waldo Lake Trail
• The Watchman Snowshoe
• Clackamas + Memaloose Falls
• Neskowin Beach State Recreation Site
• Paulina Lake Loop Trail + Hot Springs
• John Day River: Clarno to Cottonwood Bridge
• Flag Point Fire Lookout
• Salmon River Canyon

South Dakota:

• Custer State Park

Tennessee:

• Cades Cove Loop

Utah:

• Green River, Labyrinth Canyon
• The Narrows Hike
• Navajo + Queen's Garden Loop Trail
• False Kiva
• Trailside Park Mountain Biking
• Reflection Canyon

Virginia:

• Little Devils Stairs
• Kennedy Peak
• Lower New River Gorge: Cunard to Fayette Station

Vermont:

• The Birthday Bowls
• Bingham Falls
• Elmore Mountain Fire Tower
• Middlebury Gorge Kayaking

Washington:

• Hidden Lake Lookout
• Cyclone Lake
• Hoh to Sol Duc via High Divide Trail
• Enchantment Lakes Hike via Snow Lakes
• Clark Island Sea Kayaking
• Sperry Peak
• Ross Lake via Diablo Lake
• Mount Rainier, Disappointment Cleaver Route
• Mount Ellinor via Upper Trailhead
• Tongue Point
• Edith Creek Basin
• Unicorn Peak via Snow Lake
• Sucia Island, Fox Point Sea Kayaking

Wyoming:

• Cirque of the Towers

International Adventures

Asia:

• Mount Fuji via Subashiri Trail (Japan)

Africa:

• Erg Chebbi Dunes (Morocco)

Canada:

• Boom Lake Hike (Alberta)
• Iceline Trail (Alberta)
• Golden Ears Summit Hike (British Columbia)
• Brew Lake Hike to Brew Hut (British Columbia)
• Keyhole Hot Springs/Pebble Creek Hot Springs (British Columbia)
• Journeyman Lodge (British Columbia)
• The Sea Lion (Ontario)

Europe:

• Aiguille du Midi (France)
• Monte Circeo (Italy)

South/Latin America:

• The W Trek (Chile)
• West Bay, Roatan (Honduras)
• Machu Picchu via The Inca Trail (Peru)
• Cockscomb Bain Wildlife Sanctuary + Jaguar Preserve (Belize)