There are only eight developed hiking trails in Badlands National Park but the entire 244,000 acres of the park are open to hikers. All of the developed trails in Badlands National Park start from ...

With a vast expanse of natural splendor, South Dakota is rich in history, outdoor experiences and unique activities. In the Mount Rushmore State, visitors will find two of the world's longest ...

August: Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota The buttes, bluffs, and pinnacles of the North Dakota badlands make for desirable backpacking come summer. Give hiking the 144-mile Maah Daah ...

As a frequent traveler and local who grew up in Illinois, my suggestions for the best things to do in the Midwest include ...

When: The official tournament begins Thursday, Jan. 16 and runs through Sunday, Jan. 19. Gates open at 7:30 a.m. First tee ...

Hike at Badlands National Park in South Dakota. South Dakota probably isn't the first state that comes to mind when considering the Midwest. However, this sparsely populated state on the region's ...

Dry River Canyon southeast of Bend isn’t going away any time soon, but human access to it will be when the annual closure to ...

From Grand Canyon to Petrified Forest to Saguaro National Park, here are the best things to do in Arizona's most beautiful ...

In Spanish, the word “lajitas” means “little flat rocks.” In the Big Bend region of West Texas, though, Lajitas stands for an ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Start your 2025 with a full moon hike on the first mile of the Indio Badlands Trail. This family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2 ...