Top 3 Best Adventure Vacations In The U.S.

Top 3 Best Adventure Vacations In The U.S.

A vacation can mean a lot of different things to a lot of different people. For some it is just staying in and enjoying the free time, maybe catching a movie while others want to go to exotic destinations and enjoy the blue water and white sandy beaches. A less talked about but equally popular type of vacation is an adventure one. It can vary from deep sea diving in the Atlantic to mountain biking across the Alps and everything in between. Below is a list with 3 adventure vacation destination that any thrill seeker should enjoy in the United States:

Bicycle in Glacier National Park – Montana

For amazing views and a challenging yet incredibly rewarding ride Glacier National Park is definitely a must see. The tight road runs above the tree line for most of the ride. The roads are only open until 6 p.m. to avoid accidents so an early morning start is ideal.

Kayak in the Apostle Islands – Wisconsin

An amazing adventure just a short drive from Chicago or Minneapolis. The Lake Superior National Park offers cave exploration, unique rock formations and incredible views as well as kayaking opportunities. For a truly unforgettable adventure cliff diving is also available.

Rafting on the Gauley River – West Virginia

With Class IV and Class V rapids from September through October this is one of the best places to go rafting east of the Mississippi. The difficulty may put off some amateurs but as long as they are in good physical shape their guide can get them through the ride.

Posted by Sophia Andrews on Sunday June 22 2014, 6:27 AM EST. Ref: USA Today. Link. All trademarks acknowledged. Filed under Featured News, Travel. Comments and Trackbacks closed. Follow responses: RSS 2.0