What is there to say about the Grand Canyon that has not already been said? Getting out of the car and seeing the canyon in front of you, it is truly impressive. There are many trails to hike along the rim, as well as into the canyon. For those of you who prefer to see the canyon without the hiking, there are buses that drive along the rim and make stops at all the major lookout points. It's an incredible place to visit, and I think everyone needs to visit this place once in their lives.

Located minutes (with no traffic) from downtown Boston, Blue Hills Reservation stretches over 7,000 acres from Quincy to Dedham, Milton to Randolph, providing a green oasis in an urban environment. Rising above the horizon, Great Blue Hill reaches a height of 635 feet. From the summit visitors can see over the entire metropolitan area. With its scenic views, varied terrain and 125 miles of trails, the Blue Hills Reservation offers year-round enjoyment for the outdoor enthusiast. Offers Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Skiing and more, a great place to visit.

The Myles Standish State Forest is the largest publicly owned recreation area in southeastern Massachusetts. In the summer, offered programs include pondshore walks and cranberry bog explorations. There are over 15 miles of bicycle trails, 13 miles of hiking trails, and 35 miles of equestrian trails. This is a great place to visit in the summer.

Originally carved by ancient rivers and scoured by Ice Age glaciers, visitors today an enjoy an array of water sports on Maine's 45 square mile lake. I grew up visiting Sebago Lake every summer, swimming and playing on the beach. It's a wonderful place to visit.

Signal Hill is located in the Saguaro National Park in Tucston, AZ. About 20 minutes from town, Signal Hill is part of a network of hiking trails located all throughout the park. One of the easier trails, the rewards are immediate. At the top of the trail you walk around a large mound of rocks, with ancient artwork on them. Petroglyphs cover most of the rocks, some of them dating back thousands of years. They are very very cool, and a must see if you are in the area.

in mi's upper peninsula, this is one of the most spectacular areas in the us if you enjoy remote camping. Check my blog soon for photos and details. Note: if you can't stand mosquitoes this isn't for you in summer. You should arrive before noon if you want to camp on the beachfront sites.

My home base area in the usa. This has the best of everything outdoors - from amazing motorcycle roads to white water rafting to hiking and camping. Recent story in NG Adventure.

Mount Washington, the highest peak in the northeastern U.S., attains an elevation of 6,288 feet above mean sea level. You can easily reach the top via the Mt. Washington Auto Road, but there is a toll to pay. The cost includes the famous sticker "This car climbed Mt. Washington" as well as a CD with an Audio Tour.

Like so many old Inns in New England, the Henniker House is a wonderful place to stay, albeit a little haunted, if you believe in those sort of things.

A local legend every Halloween night the ghost of Mary Wallace supposedly makes visits to her old house, in a horse drawn coach.

Mary is know believed to help those who reside in her house.

The Old Stage Coach Inn is a great place to stay if you want to do some Vermont Skiing, or just visit the countryside. Located in upper Vermont, this would be a great place to visit during the Fall Foliage season for some great picture opportunities.

Did I mention it might be haunted as well?