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Western Road TripsFrom Alaska to Wyoming, Arizona's Painted Desert to Washington's hot springs overlooking glacial lakes--the West is spectacular! Try the River Bottom Saloon, the Petrified Forest, giant sequoias and redwoods, and a 1,500-foot cliff. See petroglyphs, giant waterfalls, snow-capped mountains--even lava tubes! Alaska--scenic State Route 1Everything is larger than life: glaciers, moose, trees, and bald eagles. >> MORE Alaska--Anchorage to the Arctic CircleVisit Denali National Park, Mount McKinley, Fairbanks, and for the brave, the Arctic Circle--a new definition of "scenic route." >> MORE Arizona--Sonoran Desert DriveSee a giant cactus-strewn desert, prisoner outlet store, and don't forget the River Bottom Saloon. >> MORE Arizona--Historic Route 66Enjoy the colorful palette of the Painted Desert and the Petrified Forest, sleep in a teepee, and relive The Eagles song "Take it Easy." >> MORE California Hwy. 1 South--The GrapevineTake in Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, undersea ecological reserve, Big Sur, redwoods, maples, sycamores, Hearst Castle, and 50 million-year-old Morro Rock. >> MORE California--Rim of the World Scenic BywayBehold spectacular views from the San Bernardino Mountains, abandoned gold mining towns, giant sequoias, 8,443-foot Onyx Summit, and perhaps some wildlife. >> MORE Colorado--San Juan SkywayExplore hot springs, magnificent waterfalls, breathtaking views of the Red Mountains and the high Rocky peaks, and 365 foot-high Bridal Veil Falls. >> MORE Colorado--Unaweep-Tabeguache Scenic BywayContemplate on fabulous views of the Colorado Mountains, the Great Unconformity, and a seven-mile wooden trough bolted to the canyon wall. >> MORE Hawaii--Crater Rim Drive--Volcanoes National ParkCircle a volcano rim, and gaze in wonder at craters, cinder cones, cooled lava flows, rain forest, desert, gorgeous views, volcanic glass, and lava tubes. >> MORE Hawaii--Hana Highway, Maui-Kahului to HanaDrive over 54 bridges and 600 twisting curves, and visit pineapple fields, eucalyptus trees, taro vines, waterfalls, black sand beach, and Charles Lindbergh's grave. >> MORE Idaho--Lake Couer d'Alene to PotlatchDrive on winding mountain roads, and see forests, glacial lake, salmon, Bald Eagles, and a 200-foot tall Giant White Pine tree. >> MORE Idaho--Salmon River Scenic RouteSee gorgeous mountains, deserts, ghost towns, hot springs, Bighorn Sheep, deep river gorges, and learn about the historical takeover of Indian lands, trapping, and mining. >> MORE Montana--Going-to-the-Sun HighwayEnjoy driving this winding, incredibly scenic roadway, and discover prairie grasslands, dense forests, mountain vistas, rugged Rocky Mountains, waterfalls, and much wildlife. >> MORE Montana--Yellowstone to GlacierGet a taste of Montana life and scenery, see the Continental Divide, herds of cattle, and beautiful mountain ranges. >> MORE Nevada--Lamoille Canyon Scenic BywayExplore mountains, desert, glacial area, hanging valley, camping, and a 1,500-foot cliff of metamorphic rock. >> MORE Nevada--Moapa Valley DriveBehold excellent views of Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, a canyon trail with petroglyphs, views of the canyons, domes, towers, and large blocks of sandstone. >> MORE New Mexico--Enchanted Circle LoopTravel from the hustle and bustle of Taos into high, remote forests, with lakes, valleys, Wild West towns, and large multi-storied pueblos. >> MORE New Mexico--The High Road to TaosDiscover the 13,000-foot Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Spanish Colonial plaza, sacred dirt, and an 18th Century church painted by Georgia O'Keefe. >> MORE Oregon--Columbia River Gorge LoopEnjoy dizzying panoramic views, five major ski areas, salmon fish hatchery, Columbia River Gorge, majestic waterfalls, overgrown bridges, and tunnels. >> MORE Oregon--Elkhorn DriveContemplate rich scenery, wildlife, historic landmarks, and enjoy seven campgrounds, a breathtaking view of the Elkhorn Mountains, hiking, and boating. >> MORE Utah--Canyon DriveTake in staggering scenery, canyons, mountain passes, great forested plateaus, the Navajo Nation, and Natural Bridges National Monument. >> MORE Utah--Ghosts and CanyonsVisit a ghost town, windswept desert plains, high canyon walls, spires, tall towers, wind caves, excellent mountain biking, and Arches National Park. >> MORE Washington--Gold Medal DriveEnjoy scenic mountain overlooks, roadside picnic areas, parks, antique dealers, excellent hiking and camping facilities, and Seattle's monorail. >> MORE Washington--North Cascades HighwayDiscover North Cascades National Park, Bald Eagles, astonishing 242-foot Gorge Creek Falls, hiking, exhibits on mining, logging, and farming, and great views. >> MORE Washington--Olympic National ParkLearn about Olympic National Park's ecosystem: alpine forests; sub-alpine meadows; rainforests; rugged Pacific Coast, and soak in hot springs overlooking glacial lakes. >> MORE Wyoming--Grand Teton and Yellowstone National ParksSee spectacular scenery, horse riding, Bighorn Sheep, rugged mountains, major rodeo each summer night, and Buffalo Bill and Winchester Museums. >> MORE Wyoming--Big Horn Mountains Scenic BywayExplore ancient Buffalo Tongue Rock, limestone chunks, an Indian stone circle and Medicine Wheel, nature trails, a granite chasm, waterfalls, and colorful carved cliffs. >> MORE *** 100 Best Road Trips on UsedCars.biz |
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