Destinations | Day Trip Nomad

Arizona

The boulders breached in a lake in Prescott during the sunset

23 Insanely Beautiful Places in Arizona You Must Visit. How Many Have You Seen?

Catherine Xu standing on the edge of horseshoe bend in arizona

21 Most Popular Arizona National Monuments and Parks, According to Visitor Stats

dusk and purple sky in White Pocket, Arizona

15 Untamed Places in Arizona Destinations to Add to Your Adventure List

Young couple stands opposite each other in Subway Cave Boynton Canyon.

These 12 Spectacular Arizona Hiking Trails Will Make You Love the Outdoors Even More

A vintage saloon at Old Tucson on a day trip to Tucson Arizona itinerary

Day Trip to Tucson: Best Things To Do in 24 Hours

cat xu sitting on a bench looking out onto the grand canyon

One Day in Grand Canyon South Rim: First-Timers Itinerary

Painted Desert Overlook in Petrified Forest National Park

Perfect One Day in Petrified Forest National Park Itinerary

View of famous Cathedral Rock, Sedona is one of the most popular spots in Arizona

24 Hours in Sedona: The Incredibly Detailed Itinerary You Need for This Summer

Phoenix, Arizona, USA downtown cityscape at dusk.

Beat the Heat! This is the Best Time to Visit Phoenix

landscape with Humphreys Peak Tallest in Arizona

Perfect Day Trip to Flagstaff, AZ: One Day Itinerary

Day trip nomad on Devil's Bridge in Sedona o a northern arizona road trip

Best Time to Visit Sedona (and The Worst!)

Group of ATV riders enjoys a break on a summit of the Hurrah Pass on the popular Chicken Corner trail in the Moab area.

7 Phoenix ATV Adventures So Wild You’ll Never Forget the Desert Ride

Piestew Peak Night Overlook at Phoenix Mountain Preserve, one of the best things to do in Southern Arizona road trip

Epic One Day in Phoenix Itinerary for First-Timers

Grand Canyon purple layers in northern arizona

This is the BEst Time to Visit Grand Canyon National Park (And the Worst)

Close-up shot of a Saguaro cactus, showcasing its unique ribbed texture and arms reaching towards the azure sky

This is the Best Time to Visit Saguaro National Park (And Worst)

Badlands of Blue Mesa in Petrified Forest National Park

This is the Best Time to Visit Petrified Forest National Park

A close-up of a Saguaro cactus arm, revealing the intricate patterns formed by its spines during sunset

One Day in Saguaro National Park Itinerary for First-Timers

California

Cailfornia, Sierra Nevada Sunset

17 Underrated Destinations in California You Haven’t Heard of (Yet)

golden gate bridge view of san francisco

21 Most Popular California National Parks and Monuments, According to Visitor Stats

cat xu and brazilian friend smiling in front of the california poppy fields

27 Gorgeous Spots That Prove California Is the Most Beautiful State

the view of the Golden Gate Bridge from Crissy Field at sunset

22 Surprising Facts About California to Boost Your Trivia Game

Lassen Volcanic National Park, A view of volcanic Mount Lassen in the Cascade range

Why Now Is the Best Time to Visit California’s Most Active Volcanic Landscape Before Snowfall

Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park at sunset with couple

First-Timers Can’t Miss These 12 Photogenic Things to Do in Death Valley National Park

The rolling landscape of Lassen Volcanic, Painted Dunes

Don’t Miss These 12 Explosive Things to Do in Lassen Volcanic for First-Timers

California Los Angeles Palm Tree Skyline at sunset

10 Can’t Miss Things To Do In California for an Epic Trip

The colorful buildings on the waterfront of California, Capitola

17 Best Coastal Towns in California to Savor Your Summer Beach Days

California Golden Gate Bridge framed by trees, San Francisco

Beyond the Bridge: Top Things to Do in San Francisco From Classics to Secrets

Happy hiker visit Yosemite national park in California

Ranking the 9 National Parks in California: Which One Tops the List?

Casa del Prado in Balboa Park, California

Best Time to Visit San Diego: Weather & Events

San Francisco skyscrapers from a bottom wide angle view

Best Time to Visit San Francisco: Weather & Events

California, Lake Tahoe purple sunset

15 Iconic Places to Visit in California Even Locals Keep Going Back To

Wine glass overlooking Sonoma valley

Raise A Glass to These 10 Incredible Things to Do in Napa

The Grand Canal, on Balboa Island, in Newport Beach, California.

27 Day Trip Adventures from San Diego That Feel Like a Mini Vacation

The Botanical Building and the Lily Pond, in Balboa Park, San Diego, California.

Perfect One Day in San Diego Itinerary: What Not to Miss

The long stretch of beach at Laguna Beach

33 Fun Day Trips from Los Angeles That Capture the California Summer Vibe

Green rows of vineyards of Napa and Sonoma Valley

This is the Best Time To Visit Sonoma (and Worst)

golden gate bridge view of san francisco

Perfect One Day in San Francisco Itinerary for First Timers

day trip nomad in the badlands of Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park

7 Amazing Things We Did With Only 24 Hours In Death Valley National Park

Napa Valley wineries

This is the Best Time to Visit Napa Valley (and The Worst!)

Blue waters of Lake Tahoe beach with the sierra mevadas in the background

These are the Best Times to Visit Lake Tahoe (and the Worst)

Rainbow colored hot air balloon flying over vineyards

5 Best Temecula Hot Air Balloon Tours Over Wine Country

Colorful sky at sunset at Sand Harbor with calm water, beautiful rock formations, and mountains in the background, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Nevada

5 Best Lake Tahoe Helicopter Tours to Soar the Sierras

Green rows and open landscape of Sonoma Valley

Perfect Day Trip to Sonoma Itinerary for Wine Lovers

California State Capitol in Sacramento on a sunny day

Only Got 24 Hours in Sacramento? Here’s What to See and Do

Lake Tahoe Kayak on clear blue waters

9 Must-Try Lake Tahoe Boat Tours for Water Adventures All Summer

Sunset landscape of vineyards on a day trip to Sonoma itinerary

Perfect Day Trip to Napa Valley Itinerary for Wine Lovers

San Diego, California, USA dawn skyline over the bay.

9 Local-Led San Diego Food Tours You’ll Wish You’d Tried Sooner

Winding road disappearing into a dense forest of redwood trees

One Day in Sequoia National Park Itinerary: What Not to Miss

Los Angeles hot sunset view with palm tree and downtown in background. California, USA

Perfect One Day in Los Angeles Itinerary For First-Timers

Blue waters of Lake Tahoe beach with the sierra mevadas in the background

Day Trip to Lake Tahoe: One Day Itinerary for All Seasons

cat xu posing in the mesquite sand dunes in death valley national park with a red scarf

This is the Best Time to Visit Death Valley (And The Worst)

Panoramic view of the bridge in Cholla Cactus Garden with desert landscape in the background

Best Time to Visit Joshua Tree National Park: Weather & Events

sun setting on a partially shadowed bumbpass hell in a one day in lassen volcanic itinerary

These are the Best (and Worst) Times to Visit Lassen Volcanic National Park

bottom view of the tall redwood forest at Redwood National Park

The Best Time to Visit Redwood National Park (and Worst)

panoromac landscape of golden hour with light streaks through trees in lassen volcanic national park

Perfect One Day Itinerary in Lassen Volcanic National Park

Foggy morning in the redwood forest creating a mystical atmosphere with a road through the picture

Perfect One Day in Redwood National Park Itinerary

Sunset painting the desert landscape of Joshua Tree National Park behind of cholla cactus garden

Perfect One Day in Joshua Tree Itinerary for First-Timers

Colorado

Crystal Mill Wooden Powerhouse located on Crystal River Colorado

20 Beautiful Places in Colorado You Have to See Because Photos Don’t Do Them Justice

Colorado, Ski Aspen skyline

14 Best Mountain Towns in Colorado That Feel Like a Snow Globe Fairytale

The reflection of Colorado, Crater Lake, Aspen

These 12 Colorado Hikes Are So Beautiful, You’ll Want to Hit the Trails Immediately

The cliff palace dwellings of Mesa Verde are some of the most notable and best preserved in the North American Continent.

Don’t Miss These 11 Historic Things to Do in Mesa Verde For First-Timers

The wildflower fields on the Colorado Dallas Divide

16 Best Places to Visit in Colorado You Can’t Miss

Pearl Street Mall during tulip bloom in early Spring.

This is The Best Time to Visit Boulder (And Worst)

Emerald Lake and reflection with rocks and mountains in snow around at autumn. Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, USA.

The Best Time to Visit Rocky Mountain National Park (And Worst)

The cliff palace dwellings of Mesa Verde are some of the most notable and best preserved in the North American Continent.

Day Trip to Mesa Verde: An Action-Packed Itinerary for First-Time Explorers

Panoramic view of the Black Canyon under a cloudy blue sky.

The Best Way to Spend One Day in Black Canyon of the Gunnison This Summer

Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA during the sunset

Why Now is the Best Time to Visit Colorado Springs

First morning light - Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Colorado

Why Now is the Best Time to Visit Great Sand Dunes National Park

Garden of the Gods during the Sunset, a must on a day trip to Colorado Springs itinerary

Day Trip to Colorado Springs: Epic One Day Itinerary

Shops and restaurants line the historic preservation district of Larimer Square on downtown Denver.

Best Time to Visit Denver: Weather & Events

Sand Dunes Leading to the Mountains in Great Sand Dunes National Park in Colorado

Perfect One Day in Great Sand Dunes National Park Itinerary

New Union Station train depot in downtown Denver, Colorado part of lower downtown redevelopment project

Perfect One Day in Denver Itinerary for First-Timers

The flatirons during the sunset on a day trip to Boulder hiking itinerary

Perfect One Day in Boulder Itinerary: What Not to Miss on a Day Trip This Summer

Emerald Lake and reflection with rocks and mountains in snow around at autumn. Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, USA.

Here’s The Best Way to Spend One Day in Rocky Mountain This Season

The cliff palace dwellings of Mesa Verde are some of the most notable and best preserved in the North American Continent.

Here’s Why Now Is the Best Time to Explore These Incredibly Ancient US Cliff Dwellings

Steep granite cliffs of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Best Time to Visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison: Weather & Events

Hawaii

Couple tourists at Hawaii Kauai waterfall. Tourist visiting the Wailua Falls of Kauai Hawaii, hiking nature mountain vacation USA travel.

17 Beautiful Places in Hawaii That Will Have You Dreaming of the Island Life

my two friends looking out over the devastated area on a day trip to volcano national park itinerary

10 Unmissable Things to Do in Volcano National Park with Just 24 Hours

Green Palm Tree on White Sand Beach

15 Can’t Miss Things To Do in Honolulu, Hawaii Perfect for First-Time Visitors

palm trees on the volcanic ground of Puʻuhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park

Why Now is the Best Time to Go to Big Island, Hawaii

Man silhouette in Centipede Cave in South Maui

Epic Day Trip to Maui Itinerary for the Adventurous

palm trees on the volcanic ground of Puʻuhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park

First-Timer’s Perfect One Day Itinerary to Big Island, Hawaii

Volcano National Park Lava Flow up-close

This One Day Volcano National Park Itinerary is Perfect for Your Summer Vacation

Nevada

Colorful hues of Nevada Fly Geyser

15 Beautiful Places in Nevada That Will Make You Regret Only Visiting Vegas

Aerial shot of the Las Vegas Strip with the neon lights

24 Hours in Las Vegas: A First Timer’s Perfect One Day Itinerary

New Mexico

softer morning contrast for white sands national park new mexico photography

This Is Where Pristine White Dunes Stretch For Miles! Here’s How To Take It All In In 24 Hours

New Mexico, Bisti Badlands Hiker in sunset on rock formations

23 Beautiful Places in New Mexico That Will Make You Regret Not Visiting Sooner

White Sands National Park portrait cat xu jumping in the white sand dunes in the day time

Perfect One Day in White Sands National Park Itinerary

Sand Dunes of White Sands National Park in southern new mexico

When is the Best Time to Visit White Sands National Park

Oregon

The Sunset at Cannon Beach with Dramatic clouds in the background

25 Beautiful Places in Oregon That Will Give You Instant Travel Envy

watchman's overlook on a one day in crater lake itinerary

How to Plan the Perfect Day Trip to the Deepest Lake in the US This Summer

Dusk in Oregon, Eugene Skyline

16 Unmissable Things to Do in Eugene, Oregon

Sunset at Oregon Cap Kiwanda

4 Can’t-Miss Things To Do In Oregon and Where to Experience Them

Marina along Willamette River in Portland Oregon Downtown Waterfront with a kayak at sunset

55 Unique Things to Do in Portland So You’ll Never Run Out of Fun

Portland, Oregon, USA skyline at dawn with Mt. Hood in the distance at dawn.

One Day in Portland Itinerary: Best of the City in 24 Hours

One Day in Crater Lake Itinerary

Best Time to Visit Crater Lake National Park: Weather & Events

Utah

cat xu at the top of Angel's Landing Summit at Zion National Park on a road trip from Las Vegas to page az

11 Adventurous Things to Do in Zion for First-Timers with Just 24 Hours

Canyonlands National Park Mesa Arch Sunrise in Utah

Why Now Is the Best Time to Experience Zion’s Quieter, More Remote Alternative

the sunset colors of Fisher Tower in Utah

16 Heart-Stopping Outdoor Things to Do in Moab, Utah Every Adventurer Should Try

The Castle, Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, USA

Perfect One Day in Capitol Reef National Park Itinerary For First-Timers

Rainbow Arch at the Lake Powell, Utah

These 17 Hikes in Utah Are So Amazing, You’ll Want to Hit the Trails Every Weekend

Magnificent view of Reflection Canyon during sunrise Utah USA.

25 Most Beautiful Places in Utah You Didn’t Know Existed

Scenic view of stunning red sandstone hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah, USA

Best Time To See Bryce Canyon National Park (And Worst)

Sunrise Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

Perfect One Day in Bryce Canyon Itinerary For First-Timers

the sunset light on the great salt lake reeds

Perfect One Day in Salt Lake City Itinerary for First Timers

buck canyon overlook, a stop on a one day in canyonlands national park itinerary

Best Time to Visit Canyonlands National Park (And Worst)

Off road vehicle views of Moab Utah trails on bright sunny days

9 Daring Moab Jeep Tours to Quench Your Thirst for Adventure

the view from the top of angels landing in zion national park

One Day in Zion National Park Itinerary for Adventurers

Polaris RZR ATV on a popular Chicken Corner 4WD trail in the Moab area.

5 Extreme Moab ATV Tours for the Ultimate Off-Road Experience

the mountain landscape in provo just outside salt lake city

Here’s When Is the Best Time to Visit Salt Lake City, Utah

the scenic drive on a driving zion national park tour

7 Adventurous Zion Jeep Tours That Will Rock Your World

View down the professor valley utah

8 Heart-Pounding Moab White Water Tours To Ride the Rapids This Summer

Helicopter cockpit with pilot arm and control console inside the cabin on scenic flight of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Arizona and Utah, America.

10 Bucket List Moab Helicopter Tours to Fly Above Arches and Canyons

A panoramic view of the Fiery Furnace with its maze-like collection of narrow sandstone canyons with the la sal mountains in the back

The Best Time to Visit Arches National Park (And Worst)

cat xu laying in front of The iconic Mesa Arch

Perfect One Day in Canyonlands Itinerary for First-Timers

Delicate Arch standing tall against a clear blue sky at Arches National Park.

Perfect One Day in Arches National Park Itinerary for First-Timers

fall foliage with the monoliths in the background on a one day in zion national park itinerary

This is the Best Time to Visit Zion National Park (And Worst)

Texas

Texas, Hamilton Pool View

25 Beautiful Places in Texas That Will Have You Dreaming of Cowboy Country

An abandoned old barn with the symbol of Texas painted on the roof sits in a rural area of the state, framed by farmland.

17 Surprising Facts About Texas to Impress Even Locals

Dusk at South Padre Island Texas USA

9 Beautiful Texas Beaches to Spend the Summer At

Day Trip Nomad looking towards the Gerald D Hines Waterwall

Perfect One Day in Houston Itinerary for First Timers

Waterfall at McKinney Falls State Park long exposure flow

21 Unexpected Day Trips in East Texas That’ll Surprise Even Long-Time Texans

The panorama of the sinkhole at Hamilton Pool Preserve in Texas

29 Drivable Day Trips from Austin You Might Never Have Known Existed

El Paso, Texas, USA downtown city skyline at dusk with Juarez, Mexico in the distance.

17 Unexpected Day Trips from El Paso That are Not as Remote as you Think

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Houston, TX, USA

22 Awesome Day Trips From Houston That Will Change How You See Texas

Sunrise in Big Bend National Park

Perfect One Day in Big Bend National Park Itinerary for First-Timers

Fall Foliage at Guadalupe State Park, Texas

31 Superb Day Trips from Fort Worth to Turn Your Weekend Into An Adventure

Hamilton Pool sink hole on a sunny day with green water, Texas, United States

25 Epic Day Trips from San Antonio to Spice Up Your Weekends

San Antonio, Texas, USA cityscape at the River Walk.

The Best Time to Visit San Antonio? Right Now, Before Summer Rush Hits

Houston skyline at the Love Lock Bridge

When’s the Best Time to Visit Houston? Weather & Events

Downtown Dallas horizon

27 Worthy Day Trips from Dallas: All Under 4 Hours!

San Antonio, Texas, USA Skyline at dusk from above.

One Day in San Antonio Itinerary: What to Do in 24 Hours

Big Bend National Park at Sunset

Best Time to Visit Big Bend National Park: Weather & Events

View of Downtown Dallas on a one day itinerary

One Day in Dallas Itinerary: Perfect First-Timers Day Trip

Washington

Hikers Mount Shuksan Pool Reflection Summer Artist Point Mount Baker Highway Pacific Northwest Washington State Snow Mountain Grass Trees

How Many of These 24 Beautiful Places in Washington Have You Visited?

Washington, Olympic NP at Ruby Beach

Don’t Miss These 12 Epic Things to Do in Olympic National Park for First-Timers

the diablo lake blue waters in north cascadades national park surrounded by greenery

Why Now Is the Best Time to See Glacier National Park’s Lesser-Known, Quieter Alternative

the diablo lake blue waters in north cascadades national park surrounded by greenery

Best Time to Visit North Cascades National Park (And Worst)

cat xu sitting on the diablo lake overlook on a sunny day with beautiful blue water

The Best Way To Spend One Day In North Cascades This Summer

Morning Breaks Over the Hoh Rainforest in Washington

This is the Best Time to Visit Olympic National Park (And the Worst)

Olympic National Park Rialto Beach at sunset

One Day in Olympic National Park Itinerary for First-Timers

Wyoming

Dusk at Wyoming, Devils Tower NM

15 Beautiful Places in Wyoming That Will Make You Regret Only Visiting Yellowstone

Yellowstone Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook

First-Timers Can’t Miss These 14 Photogenic Things To Do in Yellowstone

bison herd on the side of the road in front of the teton mountains on a yellowstone winter tour

First-Timers Can’t Miss These 12 Photogenic Things to Do in Grand Teton National Park

Elk herd in Colorado mountains

Why Now is the Best Time to Visit Yellowstone’s Less Crowded Neighbor For the Elk Rut Season

the colorful morning glory pool in yellowstone national park

This is the Best Time to Visit Yellowstone (And Worst)

Yellowstone Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook

Perfect One Day in Yellowstone Itinerary for First-Timers

snake river overlook in the grand teton national park, part of a yellowstone tour from jackson hole

Best Time to Visit Grand Teton (And Worst)

jenny lake near the hidden falls and inspiration point hike

Perfect One Day in Grand Teton Itinerary for First-Timers

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