The Trimble Outdoors Insider Blog
Shout out names like Mount Rainier or Cascade Mountains or Mount Saint Helens and you will surely pique the interest any outdoor enthusiast. Oh yes, Washington is a wild symphony of snowy volcanoes, old-growth forests, windy coastlines, and crystalline alpine lakes. It has lonely deserts and rolling grasslands too. Here’s a quick sampler of great trails and bike rides in the Evergreen State.
 #1: Olympic National Park - Hoh River to Third Beach (Hiking)Trace the rugged coastline past dozens of sea-carved rock formations on this five-star weekend trip along the Olympic Peninsula.  #2: Kitsap Peninsula (Road Biking)Ferry from Seattle to explore Kitsap Peninsula’s lonely country roads on this 78-miler featuring two mean climbs and stunning panoramas of Olympic National Park.  #3: Kayaking Lake Union (Paddling)Rent or bring a kayak and cruise around Lake Union, the locks, and Lake Washington. Great panoramic views of downtown Seattle and the University of Washington.  #4: Woodinville - Paradise Valley Conservation Area (Mountain Biking)A must-ride for mountain bikers in the Seattle area, the Paradise Valley Conservation Area serves up some of the best singletrack riding in western Washington.  #5: Mount St. Helens - Worm Flows Winter Route (Mountaineering) This challenging summit climb up Mount St. Helens leads hikers past waterfalls and lava flows to the edge of a smoldering crater.  #6: Mount Adams via South Spur (Mountaineering)Climb the Northwest's tallest nontechnical volcano.  #7: Greenwater, Lost, and Echo Lakes Loop (Hiking)Connect a string of mountain lakes, open ridgelines, and prime views of Mt. Rainier on this 23.4-mile lasso loop in the Norse Peak Wilderness.  #8: The Enchantments (Hiking)Trek through a glacier-carved basin filled with turquoise lakes and jagged peaks on this challenging, 22.2-mile backpacking trip in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness.
From the hills and buttes in the western badlands to the flat grasslands in the east, North Dakota offers diverse places to enjoy and explore. Spring rains and calm temperature bring blossoming wildflowers. Consider these three trips: #1: Buffalo Gap Trail (Mountain Biking)When taking the Buffalo Gap Trail, you start in the grass of the prairie and finish in the rock of the Badlands. It is very unique. Great views throughout the ride. #2: Theodore Roosevelt National Park - Maah Daah Hey Trail (Hiking)Explore an ancient fossilwood forest on this Badlands route. #3:Sheyenne River Valley (Road Biking)A beautiful ride down the Sheyenne River Valley. Passes through wind farms, historic missile facilities, Lake Ashtabula and, of course, some beautiful farm land. Some rolling hills but mostly flat.
Mississippi. This land is as wild as the days of Twain. From sweet gum to loblolly pines and magnolia trees, the lush forests are home to raccoons, turkey, armadillos, and feral pigs. The state’s highpoint tops out at 806 feet, and often dayhikes lead to fish-filled lakes and creeks so pack a Zebco. Low-traffic roads also make good cycling loops (we suggest some speed intervals to “Mississippi Queen” by Mountain.). #1: Hattiesburg - Tuxachanie Trail (Hiking)Roll through remote longleaf pine forests en route to a fish-filled lake on this section hike along the Tuxachanie Trail, a 23-mile long trail in southern Mississippi. #2: Wiggins - Black Creek Trail (Hiking, Paddling)Hike the Black Creek Trail or paddle its namesake flow in DeSoto National Forest. #3: Shiloh Park (Road Biking)62 mile Shiloh Park ride. RockHill, DLO, Cato, Johns, Indian Mound, Shiloh.
Exit off the concrete byways of New Jersey and you'll see why this state is nicknamed the Garden State. Thick hardwoods and rolling meadows meld with lakes, streams, and hidden waterfalls. Whether it’s a hike through a historic park or a bike ride through the woods, New Jersey is bound to have an outdoors spot for you to enjoy. Here are six trips to get you started:  #1: High Point State Park (Hiking)This 11.8-miler traces the Appalachian Trail along an idyllic ridgeline to New Jersey's highpoint, 60 miles from Manhattan. #2: South Mountain Reservation (Hiking)Hike to hidden falls, summit views and a Revolutionary War-era landmark on this 6-mile loop in South Mountain Reservation.  #3: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Mount Tammany (Hiking)Trek up 1,500-foot Mount Tammany for far-reaching views of the Kittatinny Mountains and the Delaware Water Gap on this 3.6-mile loop. #4: Flemington - Mine Brook Ramble (Road Biking)Cruise country roads in western New Jersey on this easy-going, 23-mile loop that tours picturesque towns and visits an historic covered bridge.  #5: Allamuchy Mountain State Park - Sussex Branch to Byram Trail (Mountain Biking)Take in two lakes in the heart of New Jersey's forested highlands on this easy 9-mile ride in northern Allamuchy Mountain State Park. #6: Ringwood State Park - Shepherd Lake to Weyble Pond (Mountain Biking)Follow the shore of Shepherd Lake to a hidden pond on Ramapo Valley Cycling Club's intermediate race track during this 6.8-mile out-and-back in Ringwood State Park.
What state has more shoreline than California, Florida and Hawaii combined? That's right the northernmost lower-48 state Minnesota. The land of 10,000 lakes has even more lakes than advertised (more like 11,842), and they are spread througout all but four counties. Below are five trips that explore the lakes, rivers, and the tall pine forests around the state.  #1: Itasca State Park - Brower Trail (Hiking)Hike along the headwaters of the Mississippi River, where old-growth pines, loons, and a long lake add punch to this mellow 7.8-miler in Itasca State Park.  #2: Northfield Loop (Road Biking)Rolling through Northfield farm country, this 23-mile loop offers peace, quiet, and barely-there hills just south of Minneapolis.  #3: Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve (Mountain Biking)With excellent flow and 100 percent singletrack, this 9.3-mile loop is a Twin Cities classic ripe with physical and technical challenges--keep an eye on the bridges, not the views.  #4: Superior Hiking Trail - CR 3 to Kingsbury Creek Loop (Hiking, Mountain Biking)Hike past rushing creeks, numerous overlooks, and verdant hills on the Superior Hiking Trail, then bike back on the Munger Trail on this 14.4-mile loop near Duluth.  #5: Boundary Waters - Trails End to Hunter Island (Paddling)Sheltered camps with bugling moose. Coves with ancient rock art. A raging waterfall. You'll find even the portages delightful as you paddle this 38-mile, 3-day route through Minnesota's million-acre water park into Canada's Quetico Provincial Park.
Situated in a unique position between the Great Plains and the Ozark Plateau, Oklahoma boasts 11 distinct ecological regions. The plains in the west and the mountains in the east provide a stark difference that splits the state in half geographically. In this post, you'll see the highest point of Oklahoma in its western panhandle, a 223-mile trail that slices through the Ouachita Mountains into Arkansas, outlaw Jesse James' hideout at Robber's Creek, and a loop through the Wichita Mountains populated with the state's famous bison.  #1: Black Mesa (Hiking)Hike to Oklahoma's secluded highpoint.  #2: Ouachita National Recreation Trail - Sections 1 & 2 - EGPS (Backpacking)The Ouachita National Recreation Trail is a 223 mile (59 km) hiking and backpacking trail through the Ouachita Mountains of eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas. The trail starts on the west end at Talimena State Park in Oklahoma, and the east end is at Pinnacle Mountain State Park in Arkansas.  #3: Robber's Cave State Park (Hiking)This 10-mile loop explores Jesse James's old hideout then links gurgling streams and quiet ponds in the rugged folds of the San Bois Mountains.  #4: Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge (Hiking)Watch for bison, elk and other migratory species on this easy 3.7-mile lollipop loop through oak forests and grassland in southwest Oklahoma's Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge.
The two peninsulas of Michigan are an outdoors playground for anyone who loves to be around water. The state is surrounded by four of the five Great Lakes, and you'll never be more than six miles away from a natural source of water. These trips from the picturesque northern Isle Royale National Park to the southern wine country are sure to provide entertaining adventures for both cyclists and hikers. #1: Isle Royale National Park: Island Traverse (Hiking, Camping)Capture the renowned mystique of Lake Superior's solitary atoll on this 61.1-mi. traverse of Isle Royale, a pristine archipelago untouched by development and home to thriving wolf and moose populations. #2: Pictured Rocks-East Side (Hiking)30 miles over 3 days, 2 nights. From the Middle of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, all the way to the East end. #3: Traverse City, MI: Old Mission Peninsula (Road Biking)Enjoy great views of both the East and West Grand Traverse Bays while riding a 40-mile loop to the Old Mission Peninsula Lighthouse. #4: Hall Lake Trail (hiking)Inspire your inner thru-hiker on this easy 2-miler in Yankee Springs Recreation Area that samples the North Country Trail with a climb to a glacier-formed depression. #5: Michigan Wine Country (Road Biking)Oenophiles rejoice! This 34-mile tour of south Michigan wine country rolls past local vineyards and a handful of tasting rooms--hiccup--along the way.
Entirely engulfed in the rugged Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia is a roller coaster resembling landscape with countless scenic climbs and descents that create a road biking paradise. Along with the calf-burning ups and adrenaline-pumping downs are massive hardwood forests, babbling creeks, pristine lakes, and towns rich with history. Get ready to launch your AllSportGPS; you have miles heart- pounding roads to explore!
 #1: Sugarlands Hill Climb (Road Biking) A classic road ride in West Virginia's Monongahela National Forest, this 50-miler features stiff climbs, white-knuckled descents, and tons of postcard-worthy scenery.
 #2: Highland Scenic Highway (Road Biking) Regardless of which direction you decide to tackle the scenic highway from, sustained climbing through the central Allegheny Mountains awaits.
 #3: Hackers Creek Valley (Road Biking) In the late fall, this rural West Virginia route is a great foliage showcase; in the winter, the short (yet persistent) hills will keep you cozy in the saddle.
 #4: Mid-Ohio Valley Century (Road Biking) This out-and-back through the rolling hills of West Virginia’s Mid-Ohio Valley is the local cycling club's easy annual century.
South Dakota has two stunning geological treasures pinched between grasslands and corn fields: the Black Hills and the Badlands. With its high peaks and abundant ponderosa population, Black Hills National Forest is unique for the Great Plains region. The park is home to the famous Mount Rushmore, the state's highest peak (Harney Peak), and the Crazy Horse Memorial. Approximately 80 miles east is Badlands National Park. The Badlands feature sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, spires and herds of wild buffalo. In this post, we tour a 22-mile backpacking trip, a hike in Custer State Park, and a climb up the state’s highest point. Check out the maps and send the trips to your Trimble Outdoors phone apps.  #1: Badlands National Park - Sage Creek Wilderness Area (Hiking)This 22-mile backcountry route weaves through pinnacled formations, serpentine washes, and expansive grasslands in Badlands National Park's Sage Creek Wilderness Area.  #2: Custer State Park - Little Devils Tower (Hiking)Scramble up Little Devils Tower on this 3-mile out-and-back that climbs 600 feet to otherworldly views of the Cathedral Spires and South DakotaÃs highest peak. #3: Harney Peak (Hiking)Backpack under tall Ponderosa pines to the highest peak east of the Rockies then continue to a landscape littered with needle-nose spires on this isolated 6.8-mile loop.
Ever wonder where outdoors enthusiasts hike in middle-America? Everyone knows about the Rockies in the west and the Appalachians in the east, but what's in the middle? The largest mountain ranges in between the two are found in western Arkansas: the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains. You'll find flowing streams, hidden waterfalls, and lush mixed forestry in the Ozark and Ouachita National Forests.
In this post there's three scenic hiking trips split between the two ranges and one road biking loop that promises to be an intense workout. #1: Buckeye Mountain To Caney Creek Loop (Hiking, Camping) Slicing through the southwest reaches of Arkansas’ picturesque ridge country, this 10-mile loop climbs to Buckeye Mountain before tracing the meandering Caney Creek.
#2:Butterfield Hiking Trail (Hiking) Butterfield Hiking Trail is a 14.5 mile loop trail in the state of Arkansas. Half in State Park, half Ozark National Forest. Located at N 35.74728 and W -94.27686.
 #3: Indian Creek (Hiking) A hidden treasure just off the Buffalo National River, Indian Creek's mossy waterfalls and karst canyon are best explored after heavy rains.
#4: Harrison - Jasper Disaster (Road Biking) This loop promises miles of fast and furious descents on scenic country roads in the Ozark Mountains. Not so fast: There's more than 6,000 feet of low-gear climbing too.
Locals say the best way to immerse yourself in the “Live Free or Die” state is to climb the 6,288-foot Mount Washington. The weather on this famed summit is notoriously erratic and can go from sunny to rain to blowing snow in just minutes. But on rare bluebird days, Mount Washington offers hikers incredible 90-mile views across the rocky rooftops of the White Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. In this post on places to explore in New Hampshire, we highlight a classic route up Mount Washington and five other must-do hikes in the White Mountains. We also tour Squam Lake for a lovely 27-mile road bike ride.
 #1: Appalachian Trail: Flume Visitor Center to US 302 (Hiking)
This challenging 27.7-mile section traverses the Willey Range, and the Zealand, Garfield and Franconia Ridges. The payoff: Postcard mountain views, beautiful mountain huts, and the longest stretch of roadless wilderness in New Hampshire.
#2: White Mountain National Forest: Mount Morgan & Mount Percival (Hiking)This 4.7-mile loop in the Squam Lake region of the White Mountains ascends Mounts Morgan and Percival and challenges dayhikers with tight caves and boulder scrambles.
 #3: White Mountain National Forest: Carter Range and Wildcat Range (Hiking)A two-day peak-bagging trek in the White Mountains, this 15.4-mile shuttle traces the spines of the Carter and Wildcat Ranges, cresting five 4,000-foot peaks. #4: White Mountain National Forest: Franconia Ridge (hiking)Bag three 4,000-foot peaks on this 8.2-mile loop that traces an exposed, knife-edge ridge high above the White Mountain National Forest. #5: White Mountain National Forest: Mount Osceola (Hiking)Conquering two of New Hampshire's 4,000-foot summits, this 7-mile out-and-back ascends the spine of Mount Osceola before scrambling up a narrow rock passage to a Mount Washington overlook. #6: White Mountain National Forest: Mount Washington via Tuckerman-Boott Spur Loop (Hiking)On this 7.9-mile loop, you'll ascend Tuckerman Ravine and scramble up broad boulder fields to a well-earned summit overlook in the White Mountains. #7: Squam Lake Loop (Road Biking)Tour classic New England countryside and savor superb views of the tranquil Squam Lake on this 27.4-mile loop starting in Sandwich.
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the union, but it still offers up some fun adventures especially cycling. The state is predominately flat, but we're posting a "hike" the its highest point, a walk through a coastal reserve, and three road biking trips Providence and Pawtucket. #1: Jerimoth Hill - Highest Point ("Hiking")Stroll down a short private drive to find Rhode Island's high point. Once elusive due to watchful landowners, you can now hike it worry-free. #2: Bluff Point-Mumford Cove Loop (Walking)Explore this coastal reserve including a side loop down to Mumford Cove. #3: Providence - East Bay Bike Path (Road Biking)Rhode Island's East Bay Bike Path offers a great way to cool off while riding along Narragansett Bay. #4: Pawtucket - Backroads Explorer (Road Biking)Wind through southern New England's quiet country roads on this relatively flat 63-mile loop in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. #5: Scituate Resevoir Loop (Road Biking)The Narragansett Bay Wheelmen host several different training rides in Rhode Island.
We're branching out from the lower 48 and posting trips in Hawaii today. Hawaii is the most tropical of all the states featuring bamboo forests, jungles, rugged and sandy coastline bordering crystal clear water, and active volcanoes. We have seven trips (hiking, road biking, and paddling) on three of the more popular islands.
 #1: Kauai - Na Pali Coast via Kalalau Trail (Hiking)Explore Kauai's lush jungle, cool off in waterfalls, and pick wild mangoes on the Kalalau Trail. #2: Kauai - Wailua River Paddle (Paddling)Paddle 7 miles up the Wailua River to secret waterfalls, hidden swimming holes, and one of Kauai's best rope swings. #3: Palolo Valley (Hiking)This short but fantastic trail takes you through lush jungle, past three waterfalls and up to the awesome Ka'ua Crater.  #4: Haleakala National Park - Pipiwai Trail (Hiking)This 3.6-mile route in Haleakala National Park leads through bamboo forests to a 400-foot spring-fed waterfall in a sheer-walled lava amphitheater.  #5: Haleakala National Park - Ka Lu'u o ka 'O'o Cinder Cone (Hiking)This 5.5-miler descends into the Haleakala Crater, circles the Ka Lu'u o ka 'O'o cinder cone, and showcases views of volcanic landscapes. #6: Waimea - North Shore (Road Biking)Explore the tropical waterfalls and lush vegetation of the wet side of the Big Island on this Hawaii coast ride. #7: Big Island - Chain of Craters Road (Road Biking)Effortlessly zip past gigantic craters, lava flows, and rainforests on this 23-mile downhill in the beautiful southeast portion of Hawaii’s Big Island.
Oregon has some of the most diverse landscapes in the country. The rainy coastline in the west contrasts with the high deserts of the east. In between lies the glaciated Cascade Mountains and dense evergreen forests. We've posted nine trips including a portion of the Oregon Coast Trail, the state's entire section of the Pacific Crest Trail, a ride around beautiful Crater Lake (Oregon's lone national park), a short hike with views of Blue Basin and a tour of 20 million-year-old fossils, and a trek up Mt. Hood (Oregon's highest peak).
#1: Oregon Coast Trail - Section 1: South Jetty to Gearhart (Hiking) This 14.7-mile section hike of the Oregon Coast Trail starts at the mouth of the Columbia River and explores sandy beaches and the remains of a 100-year-old shipwreck. Section 2, Section 3
#2: Pacific Crest Trail - Oregon Section 1 (Hiking) OREGON BORDER to OR 66: Pass under thick white firs on this 40.8-mile leg in the Siskiyou Mountains. Bonus: Watch the sunrise over Shasta from the Grouse Gap shelter. Section 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11#3: Crater Lake National Park: Crater Lake Loop (Road Biking) Circumnavigate the crystal blue waters of Crater Lake on the 32-mile Rim Drive, a scenic road that will leave you breathless.
#4: Bend, OR: Mount Bachelor Loop via Cascade Lakes Highway (Road Biking) A classic Oregon climbing route, this 85-mile loop ascends to alpine meadows and lakes in the shadow of majestic Cascade peaks. #5: Eagle Cap Wilderness Loop (Hiking, Camping) Eagle Cap's top trip, a 41-mile tucked away in the southeastern part of Oregon's largest wilderness, deals a royal flush of granite towers and secluded lakeside camping.
#6: John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Blue Basin (Hiking) This 3.9-mile loop in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument features panoramic views of Blue Basin and a memorable tour of 20-million-year-old fossils. #7: Mount Hood via the South Side Route (Mountaineering) This 6.8-miler follows the standard route up Oregon's tallest peak, ascending the Palmer Glacier, crossing a glacial crevasse, and revealing dramatic views of the Cascade Range.
#8: Columbia River Gorge and Larch Mountain Explorer (Road Biking) Pedal from Troutdale, the Western Gateway of the Columbia River Gorge, to stunning Multnomah Falls and Larch Mountain on this hilly but scenic 60.5-miler.
#9: Portland - Wildwood Trail in Forest Park (Hiking) Roam dense forests and lush ravines on this 6.4-mile trek just minutes from downtown Portland.
Open a map of Idaho and you’ll see a patchwork of green. There are countless parks, peaks, and wild gems for outdoor lovers to explore. Below are five trips to check out including, a mountain bike ride in Saint Charles Canyon, a hike through Sawtooth National Forest along Redfish Lake Creek, a hike with up-close views of the Boulder Mountains, a weekend fishing trip in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, and a trail in the meadows of the Smoky Mountains.
*For more info on trips click on the 'Trip Details' link.
#1: Saint Charles Canyon (Mountain Biking) Climb toward a rollicking, rocky ridge to earn a steep descent through Snowslide Canyon on this 13-mile Cache National Forest loop.
#2: Sawtooth National Forest: Redfish Lake - Alpine Lake (Hiking, Camping) One of Idaho's premier backcountry destinations, this 11.7-mile out-and-back begins with a boat ride across Redfish Lake and ends at the crystalline waters of Alpine Lake.
#3: North Fork Big Wood River (Hiking) This sustained climb over 4.29 miles takes hikers to the upper end of a classic, U-shaped mountain valley deep in the rugged Boulder Mountain range. Mountains over 11,000-feet tall surround this high-altitude slice of heaven.
#4: Sleeping Deer to Mid-Salmon River Loop (Hiking, Fishing) Set aside a long weekend for great fishing on this 32.4-mile loop in the remote Salmon River Mountains, where crystal waters attract elk, moose, and bears.
#5: Fox Creek (Hiking, Mountain Biking) Popular with dayhikers and mountain bikers alike, this 4.42-mile loop through forest and meadows rich with wildlife offers surprising solitude for a hike so close to a world-class resort town.
About 50 States in 50 Days: For 50 days, we're going to share outstanding trips across our country. From the sunburnt deserts and tawny plains to the towering peaks and sandy beaches we'll cover the best places to hike, bike, run, etc. in each state. These trips are shared by our active community on TrimbleOutdoors.com. There’s sure to be a trip near you or one you’ll want to add to your list of must-see places.
We're on the fourth day of 50 States in 50 Days, and we're going to continue in the west with Utah. Utah is an outdoors paradise equipped with magnificent rock formations, snow-capped mountains, the Great Salt Lake, Lake Powell, and countless scenic canyons. We've posted a mountain biking trip and hike through the various landscapes of Zion National Park, a great camping/hiking/fishing spot at Amethyst Lake, mountain biking with the bison on Antelope Island, backcountry skiing in the Wasatch Mountains, a challenging ride in Moab, a trek through narrow slot canyons, and hiking through the rock spires of Bryce Canyon National Park.
*For more info on trips click on the 'Trip Details' link
#1: St. George - Gooseberry Mesa (Mountain Biking) Easy to follow and a challenge to ride, Gooseberry Mesa's trail maze is chock full of slick rock obstacles and mesa-top, desert scape views.
#2: Zion National Park: West Rim Trail (Hiking) The West Rim Trail is a must-do hike in Zion National Park. Scenery is stunning as well as eclectic. You'll hike in overgrown meadows and in amongst monoliths. The views are what make this hike the best in Zion! Hike the 17 miles in one day or camp overnight - make sure to bring plenty of water.
#3: Amethyst Lake (Camping/Hiking/Fishing) Perfect for a low-key overnight or longer day trip, this 11.8-mile out-and-back serves up stunning alpine scenery and prime fishing at the secluded Amethyst Lake.
#4: Salt Lake City - Antelope Island State Park (Mountain Biking) Tour the plains, plateaus, and wildlife of Antelope Island State Park on this 19-mile shore-to-inland lollipop loop.
#5: Pink Pine Ski Tour - Wasatch Mountains (Backcountry Skiing) The classic Pink Pine Ridge ski tour in the Wasatch Mountains. This is a great beginner's tour, or as a first tour in the Wasatch. It is short, fairly safe and often has excellent skiing.
#6: Moab - Poison Spider to Little Arch (Mountain Biking, Off-roading) Test your skills on Poison Spider Trail's tricky sand pits and slick rock ramps, then reap the rewards: spectacular views of red rock landscapes and the snow-capped La Sals.
#7: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area - Smith Fork via Lake Powell (Hiking) This 13-miler starts with a paddle through a canal of sandstone then encounters multiple stellar slot canyons once used as Anasazi travel routes.
#8: Bryce Canyon National Park - Fairyland Loop (Hiking) This 8-mile trail is arguably the most scenic dayhike in Bryce Canyon, and is less-trafficked than other dayhike loops.
About 50 States in 50 Days: For 50 days, we're going to share outstanding trips across our country. From the sunburnt deserts and tawny plains to the towering peaks and sandy beaches we'll cover the best places to hike, bike, run, etc. in each state. These trips are shared by our active community on TrimbleOutdoors.com. There’s sure to be a trip near you or one you’ll want to add to your list of must-see places.
We'll continue on our west coast swing and feature Nevada today. Nevada has much more to offer than just the bright lights of Las Vegas. The state is predominantly made up of the Great Basin and in the southern tip, where Las Vegas is located, is the arid Mojave Desert. To the west rests Lake Tahoe in the snowcapped Sierra Nevadas and in the east is the state's lone glacier in the Snake Mountains. We've posted a road biking trip that follows the circumference of Lake Tahoe in both Nevada and California, a hike with views of Wheeler Peak Glacier, a 38-mile trek though breathtaking terrain near Ruby Valley, and three more adventures just outside of Las Vegas to escape the strip (If you can't escape and still want a "hike," we tripped the strip too.)
#1: Lake Tahoe Loop (Road Biking) Often dubbed "America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride," this loop around Lake Tahoe boasts world-class descents, expansive crystal-blue lake views, and a pair of epic climbs guaranteed to rev your heart rate.
#2: Great Basin National Park: Lakes Loop (Hiking) See trees older than the Bible, the only glacier in Nevada, and more on this 4.4-miler through the rippling Snake Range of eastern Nevada.
#3: Elko, NV: Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail (Hiking) Dazzling high-country lakes, glacier-carved cirques and miles of stunning alpine scenery render this secluded 38-mile National Recreation Trail a must-hike.
#4: Mt. Charleston, NV - Trail Canyon to Cave Springs (Hiking) Aspens abound on this popular trek up through Spring Mountain NRA Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Hike through the forest for views of Kyle Canyon and the surrounding Mt Charleston area to revel in the wonder of the Bristlecone Pine - the oldest living thing on earth and maybe a deer or two.
#5: Las Vegas, NV: Bootleg Canyon, Caldera-Lake View Loop (Mountain Biking) Next time you want to gamble in Vegas, try dropping 2,800 feet on hard-packed, single track moraine along this technical 10-miler in Bootleg Canyon.
#6: Red Rock Canyon, NV - Calico Tanks (Hiking) Tired of the bright lights & slot machines of the Vegas Strip? Head out to Red Rock Canyon for a rewarding hike that will take your breath away (in more ways than one).
#7: Las Vegas: The Strip ("Hiking") This 8.3-mile loop wins big for its endless slots, splashy waterfalls, huge buttes, incredible stars--even lions, and yeah, a few unmentionables, too.
About 50 States in 50 Days: For 50 days, we're going to share outstanding trips across our country. From the sunburnt deserts and tawny plains to the towering peaks and sandy beaches we'll cover the best places to hike, bike, run, etc. in each state. These trips are shared by our active community on TrimbleOutdoors.com. There’s sure to be a trip near you or one you’ll want to add to your list of must-see places.
We're going to share outstanding trips across our country. From the sunburnt deserts and tawny plains to the towering peaks and sandy beaches we'll cover the best places to hike, bike, run, etc. in each state. These trips are shared by our active community on TrimbleOutdoors.com. There’s sure to be a trip near you or one you’ll want to add to your list of must-see places.
Today we bring you trips throughout Arizona. The Grand Canyon State has many natural beauties: the red rocks of Sedona, the Grand Canyon, vast Saguaro-laden deserts, scenic Monument Valley, numerous glistening lakes, ancient ruins, and lush forests. These posts include hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and canyoneering trips.
#1: Grand Canyon National Park: Rim-to-Rim via South Kaibab Trail (Hiking) Link the Grand Canyon's south and north rim on this challenging 18.9-mile trek through two rugged canyons, offering cliffside views and scenic side trips.
#2: Flagstaff, AZ: Round the Peaks (Mountain Biking) Circle Arizona's highest point and the San Francisco Peaks on this 46-mile epic that cruises the Coconino National Forest's best meadow- and aspen-lined singletrack trails.
#3: Sedona: Marg's Draw to Submarine Rock (Hiking) An easy hike past Snoopy Rock, through part of the Munds Mountain Wilderness, to Submarine Rock.
#4: West Clear Creek (Backpacking) Immerse yourself (literally) in the crystal clear waters of the Coconino National Forest on this multi-day amphibious trek that features classic—and unavoidable—canyon swims.
#5: Geronimo Cave via Peralta Trail (Hiking) Stunning views of Weavers Needle and a fun, route-finding slickrock descent make this 4.6-mile Superstition Wilderness loop a Phoenix favorite.
#6: El Capitan Canyon (Canyoneering) El Capitan canyon offers a 1/2 day technical canyon exploration in a beautiful setting without getting too wet. Great for a Winter fix!
#7: Tucson, AZ: Sweetwater Preserve (Mountain Biking) Take a sweet ride in Sweetwater, Tucson’s newest saguaro-packed trail system. This 7.6-mile sampler offers beginner-friendly singletrack and options for more technical trails, too.
#8: Patagonia-Nogales Loop (Road Biking) Cruise diverse desert landscapes between Tucson and Nogales on this lonely 128-mile epic that skirts the U.S.-Mexico border.
We're going to share outstanding trips across our country. From the sunburnt deserts and tawny plains to the towering peaks and sandy beaches we'll cover the best places to hike, bike, run, etc. in each state. These trips are shared by our active community on TrimbleOutdoors.com. There’s sure to be a trip near you or one you’ll want to add to your list of must-see places.
The first state is California. With its sandy beaches, alpine lakes, snow-capped mountains, giant redwoods, and widespread deserts, California seems to have it all. We divided the state into two sections: NorCal and SoCal. We've posted four of the finest cycling and hiking trips in Northern California's prestigious wine country, redwood forests, Trinity Alps and Cascade Mountains. In SoCal, we posted rides along a section of the golden coastline, a trek through the Joshua Tree National Park, a hike with panoramic views of Catalina Island, and a cycling escape from the gridlock of LA. There's also a bonus backpacking trip that stretches between the north and the south.
 #1: Mount Shasta Super Century (Road Biking) This punishing 132-mile route "[combines] lung-punching climbs and mind-blowing scenery...tours the rugged peaks surrounding the legendary Mt. Shasta."
#2: Emerald Lake (Hiking) Wander through a remote paradise of high-alpine lakes in the lightly visited Trinity Alps on this 33.2-mile, long-weekend trip in Klamath National Forest.
#3: Wine Country Tour, Day 1: Sebastopol to Cloverdale (Road Biking) This seven-day wine country tour kicks off with 40 flat miles touring the apple orchards, vineyards, and rails-to-trails paths of Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5, Day 6, Day 7
#4: Andrew Molera State Park Beach-Panorama-Ridge Loop (Hiking) This 8.4-mile circuit in Andrew Molera State Park showcases California's most prized natural assets--sandy beaches, killer sunsets, and giant redwoods.
 #5: Oceanside, CA: Camp Pendleton Coast Ride (Road Biking) The 60-mile ride rolls gently from Encinitas through Carlsbad to a rare stretch of coastal isolation between Los Angeles and San Diego.
#6: Joshua Tree National Park: California Riding and Hiking Trail (Hiking or Horseback Riding) Clocking in at 36.5 miles, this trail is a fine choice for hikers to see high desert landscapes, mind-blowing rock formations, and absolutely no one.
#7: Catalina Island, CA: Loop to Goat Whiskers (Hiking) Climb 1,100 feet along Catalina Island's west-end ridge on this 6.5-mile loop that cruises three west-end coves en route to an ice-cream window finish in Two Harbors.
#8: Los Angeles, CA: Mount Wilson (Road Biking) Escape L.A. on this 64-mile SoCal epic in the San Gabriel Mountains that tops out at Mount Wilson before carving down the Angeles Crest Highway.
This next trip is too amazing to leave off this list. It kind of stretches between NorCal and SoCal (who knows the real boundaries between the two? We'll just leave that up for debate between the Californians.)
#9: Pacific Crest Trail: Best Month - High Sierra, CA (Backpacking) Every hiker's life list should include the 270 miles between Mt. Whitney and Sonora Pass. It may take a month, but it's a trivial sacrifice to make for the most unrelenting wilderness eye-candy you'll ever feast on.
 It's that time of year again when we all have those New Year's resolutions to get fit and exercise more. Well, to help get you through the grind, AllSport GPS is holding a Calorie Buster Challenge throughout January. It's a simple concept really; launch AllSport GPS on your device and run, bike, walk, etc. Once your done, upload your workout to trimbleoutdoors.com and try to reach the top of the leader board. Stay motivated and burn as many calories as you can!
Each Friday in January we will announce the winner who will receive a goodie bag of prizes valued between $150 - $200.
Good luck and start sweatin'!
Holiday Fitness Tip #1: Walk a few laps through the mall while holiday shopping to burn off extra calories.
Holiday Fitness Tip #2: Take lunch to go. Instead of eating at your desk, take your sandwich on the go and stroll outside. The break will burn calories, clear your head, help make you more productive at work.
Holiday Fitness Tip #3: Take an after dinner stroll. Enjoy that delicious meal. Just make sure to give your body a little recovery by heading out afterward for a quick 20-minute walk. It's a good excuse to see all the holiday lights in the neighborhood too.
Holiday Fitness Tip #4: Bike to school. If you live near your child’s school, hitch the bike trailer, and give them a lift. Drop off and pick up will be fun for everyone.
Holiday Fitness Tip #5: Take a picnic hike. Pack up holiday leftovers and head out for a picnic lunch. Hiking to and from your lunch spot will get your heart pumping. Thirty minutes of hiking at a moderate pace burns about 200 calories.
Holiday Fitness Tip #6: Go ice skating. Just 20 minutes of ice skating burns 200 calories. Most cities have at least one ice rink (even Phoenix, AZ). Can you say "date night"?
Holiday Fitness Tip #7: Try cross-country skiing this year. It’s a major bum and lung burner. You'll burn off an average of 380 calories every 30 minutes
Holiday Fitness Tip #8: Choose the stairs — Do you work in the upper floors of an office? Live on the 5th floor of your apartment building? Pass the elevator and hit the stairs. Just 20 minutes a day of walking stairs can burn an extra
200 calories.
Holiday Fitness Tip #9: Listen on the Go. Download your favorite radio or comedy show to your smartphone then walk, run, bike, or skate around the neighborhood as you listen. Bonus: Laughing burns calories.
Holiday Fitness Tip #10: Bike ride with the kids. "Kids are always curious about 'how fast did we go' and 'how far did we go' - they love all the details," says AllSport GPS athlete Teri Twarkins. "They even enjoy the concept of calories in / calories out. This has been a good discussion point for us. For example, the cereal we ate this morning was XXX calories, and we burned XXX calories riding our bikes."
Holiday Fitness Tip #12: Go geocaching. Our sister mobile app, Geocache Navigator, exposes the secret locations of more than 1 million treasures (called caches) found across the globe from downtown Boston to the outback of Australia. It's a great, calorie-burning outdoor game for kids too. http://www.geocachenavigator.com/
Holiday Fitness Tip #13: Declare a no TV night. According to Nielsen Media Research, the average American now watches more than 151 hours of TV a month. Take some of that time back and snowshoe or hike at the neighborhood park.
Holiday Fitness Tip #14: Holiday dance party. When was the last time you went dancing with your girls? It’s overdue. So go out and get your groove on with your friends (and burn off calories from those extra holiday treats).
Holiday Fitness Tip #15: Gift a 5K race. Buy someone on your holiday list an entry to a 5K run. Sign yourself up for the race too. Plan train runs together, and stay in shape through the holiday season and winter months.
Holiday Fitness Tip #16: Skip the cookie plate. Bring a spread of bite-size veggies to the holiday party.
Holiday Fitness Tip #17: Give a gift to yourself; mix up your workout routine. Rather than running 4 days a week, go cycling once, running once, and lift weights twice. Mixing it up will keep you from being bored.
Holiday Fitness Tip #18: Plan out shorter workouts for around the holidays. "Not only is a 10-minute workout much better than none at all, but once you've started, you might find that you really do have the energy - and time - to go longer."
Holiday Fitness Tip #19: If you plan on attending a holiday party, eat throughout the day. If you have a full stomach when you get to the party, you won't be as tempted to overindulge on all of the sweets.
Holiday Fitness Tip #20: For everyone who still has shopping to do: Park further away from the store or mall so you can get some more walking in. Every little bit counts!
Holiday Fitness Tip #21: Realize who you are. You may not be as thin as a super model, but if you want to be one day then go for it! Just remember to set smaller goals over time to stay optimistic so you can reach your ultimate goal.
Holiday Fitness Tip #22: Exercise while listening to music; it will keep you moving!
Holiday Fitness Tip #23: Don't put off exercising if the weather outside is gloomy. Instead, work on your core by doing sit-ups and push-ups. If you have a home gym, don't let it collect dust; rainy days are perfect to reacquaint yourself with your workout equipment.
The leader in mobile outdoor apps is now become the exclusive home for the leader in topographic maps. Trimble Outdoors is pleased to announce that we have become the exclusive home to MyTopo.com’s world renowned topographic maps and technology. Many of you may already be familiar with MyTopo.com, the leader in custom topographic maps. In business since 1998, MyTopo.com has  created hundreds of thousands of custom navigational maps for both professional and personal use and has become the leader in topographic navigation. They also produce a suite of powerful navigational software for both personal and professional use.
Users of all of the Trimble Outdoors family of mobile apps – AllSport GPS, Trimble Outdoors, Geocache Navigator, Backpacker GPS Trails and Cabela’s Recon Hunt – will soon see the difference that MyTopo.com’s unparalleled maps will make. Be sure to check out how to Map Your Next Adventure now with MyTopo, a Trimble Company.
Last month, Trimble Outdoors launched an exciting and extensive update to AllSport GPS on Android phones. The new Android apps—AllSport GPS Free and AllSport GPS Pro—feature an exciting new design to track workouts, collect more than 20 fitness stats and calculate calories burned to help you reach your fitness goals. In addition, you can see real-time weather forecasts, chart their workouts over time, and view street and park maps. The new AllSport GPS Pro app also includes the ability to capture photos and video and create custom training programs.  AllSport Pro and Free were vigorously tested in the beta phase by over 350 testers. Their efforts included conducting over 1,800 activities that covered 17,000 miles which burned in excess of 9-million calories.If you have the Android version of AllSport GPS, we hope you enjoy the new features. If you have not yet upgraded, what are you waiting for? Get it today.
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