Early September is the last chance to get your summer adventure kicks. If you want to avoid the crowds and experience a unique slice of Americana, check out these off-the-beaten-path Labor Day weekend getaways.
Moab, Utah
Outside a charming small town you’ll find two of Utah’s iconic red rock national parks, Arches and Canyonlands. Opportunities for climbing, hiking, and ATVing make for an awesome place to see the summer off.
Olympic National Park, Washington
Check out Olympic National Park for an epic way to connect with nature in the twilight of summer. This vast, moss-covered wilderness outside Seattle puts you in the heart of what makes the Pacific Northwest so majestic.
Whitefish, Montana
Get rugged in the northern Rockies along 700 miles of hiking trails. Whitefish is a quaint gateway to Glacier National Park, where the bears, mountain goats, lakes, and jagged crags of bold American frontier-scapes make for exhilarating, atavistic exploration.
Yellow Springs, Ohio
Inspire yourself in a wooded wonderland along the limestone and dolomite of Clifton Gorge and throughout the Glen Helen Nature Preserve. Whether camping or staying in the small town, the autumnal vibes will get you amped up for the next season.
White Sands, New Mexico
A surreal experience awaits along these white-sand dunes that span beyond the horizon. It may not test your limits, but the other-wordly aesthetics will stimulate your imagination.
White Mountains, New Hampshire
Some awesome white water rafting is to be had along the weaving rivers in the White Mountains. There’s a whole range of opportunities, from beginner to expert levels, or just get lost in the expansive verdant landscape of the range.