Montana: Glacier National Park
Guided
This hiker’s tour lets you discover the natural wonders of Glacier National Park in style! Our experienced Montana leaders are expert naturalists—showing you the best spots to discover local wildlife. In the evenings, relax in historic mountain lodges with spectacular mountain scenery and mouthwatering cuisine.
Washington: Olympic National Park
Guided
You won’t find many walking tours of Olympic National Park—and that’s exactly what makes this unique naturalists’ adventure so special. Explore temperate rainforests, verdant valleys, and the shores of the Pacific Ocean while learning about local sustainability efforts and vibrant Quinault culture.
Vermont: Fall Foliage
Guided
If you’re looking for a walking adventure that reveals the authentic Vermont, look no further! Meet a third-generation dairy farmer and captivating storyteller, enjoy farm-to-table cuisine, discover colorful fall foliage along the shores of Lake Champlain, and explore the crest of Mount Mansfield.
Maine: Acadia National Park
Guided
Unpack only once and explore the many sides of Acadia National Park. Enjoy five nights at your bayside hotel and explore the quiet side of Mount Desert Island. Ride a boat to Little Cranberry Island and discover the art of lobstering from a Maine lobsterwoman.
Utah: Bryce & Zion Canyons
Guided
You won’t find a walking tour of Utah’s Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks with more flexibility and local expertise than this classic Country Walkers adventure. Your leaders take you off the beaten path to explore Snow Canyon, splash through the Narrows, catch a Bryce Canyon sunrise, and more.
Maine: Portland, Camden & Acadia National Park
Self-Guided
If you’ve ever tried to book a hotel along the coast of Maine in summertime, you already know—it’s not easy. Fortunately, we’ve held rooms at charming hotels… and they’re waiting just for you! This self-guided adventure gives you total flexibility, as you rent a car and drive yourself along the scenic coast, armed with our detailed route notes.
Discover the United States
A hiking tour of the magnificent landscapes and national parks of the United States stirs the soul, allowing you to experience the nation’s staggering natural diversity and variety of scenery in truly unforgettable fashion.
Whether you walk through the lush green forests that blanket the mountains of New England and Washington State, or across the wind-sculpted rock formations and desert terrain of Utah’s Canyonlands or California’s Death Valley, much of the country’s untouched natural resources have been preserved and are considered critical to its people’s national identity.
Stroll through a pastoral state forest, swim in shimmering lakes, or kayak into the wildlife preserves of Vermont and New Hampshire. Amble along coastal paths, sandy beaches, and lazy rivers on Florida’s historic coastline. Visit legendary vineyards of the Pacific Coast and hike among endless fields of grapes ripening in the California sun. Spot bald eagles, elk, and grizzly bears at the hiker’s paradise that is Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. No matter where your hiking tour of the United States takes you, its bountiful ecosystem allows all walkers to find inspiration in its natural majesty.
Country Highlights:
- Walk among the spectacular rock formations of Utah’s Arches National Park.
- Look for otters, seals, and whales as you stroll the Pacific beach of Olympic National Park.
- Marvel at towering redwoods, the legendary tall trees of California’s Muir Woods.
- Sample local delicacies, from steamed lobster in Maine to huckleberry-infused dishes in Montana.
U.S. National Parks System
Initiated with the protection of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park in 1872, the establishment of the U.S. National Park System launched an international movement in the conservation of natural resources. Today the U.S. has 60 national parks across 28 states, each of which offers a unique outdoor adventure experience.
Foliage Season in New England
Hike amid the radiance of New England autumn, where forests sparkle with unforgettable bursts of yellow, orange and read leaves. Stroll through orchards and pluck a tart apple straight from a tree branch, or sample a fresh made warm cider donut or slice of apple pie.
Eat Like a “Locavore”
From community-supported agricultural projects, to fresh ingredients offered at myriad farmer’s markets nationwide, the “locavore” movement—eating foods harvested and grown within one’s own region—has gained significant traction in the United States thanks to its benefits to health and the environment. Sample fresh organic vegetables, locally raised meats and poultry, and sustainably harvested seafood.
Expert Local Leaders
Experience your destination like an insider with people who call it home.
Eric Kessler
Eric Kessler studied the natural history of the Olympic Peninsula in college and has explored its jagged peaks and forested valleys as a wilderness traveler ever since. Eric has guided worldwide and pursues his parallel photography career documenting the planet’s native peoples and ecosystems, including a writing/photo project on the Olympic Peninsula’s Elwha River, which was part of the largest dam removal and watershed restoration project in US history. Eric often guides in our National Parks with his partner and co-guide Heather Harding.
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