To extend the analogy, Oberg Mountain Loop is perfect for hikers with a sweet tooth. You know who you are. You don't need to sweat all day for a glimpse of Lake Superior, but you also don't want to ...

LUTSEN — I’ve been spending the last month monitoring the progress of fall colors in Minnesota, so when I saw that the Lutsen area was reaching its peak last weekend, I was ready to drop everything ...

Why we love it: The great views on the way up distract you from the climb, and you can easily extend your outing via the mountain’s extensive trail network. When to go: Spring through fall; early ...

Madras Mountain Views Scenic Bikeway is one of Oregon’s 17 designated bike routes. This central Oregon bikeway takes cyclists through a swift route with views of numerous mountain peaks, expansive ...

Oregon’s eighth tallest mountain, a 50-mile-long scarp in the desert, makes for a delightful getaway in fall when the starry nights are crisp and the quaking aspen shiver golden leaves. Just don’t ...

It seems to happen every time I ride this quintessential Central Oregon loop. Just when I think the climbing is over after arriving at Happy Valley, it only becomes increasingly steeper and imposing.

COLVILLE, Wash. — The 3-mile loop trail offers varied terrain with elevation changes that challenge users while providing scenic views of the surrounding area. The trail begins at a trailhead located ...

If you’re looking to escape the usual and breathe in some fresh mountain air, Northern California has some amazing drives that will take you through incredible scenery. These routes offer a mix of ...

The notoriously rough route to an iconic hike got a makeover. And the full Mountain Loop Highway, with routine repairs, opens Monday. VERLOT — Beyond the closed gate at Barlow Pass along the Mountain ...