Tongariro Crossing – 12 miles, 7 hours, 1 life experience OR All Doom, no gloom
12 difficult miles (7 hours) over volcanic terrain including views of Mt. Ngauruhoe (also known as Mount Doom from Lord of the Rings). This is considered the top day hike in New Zealand and we can see why – truly a life experience!
“Unknown” Great Basin National Park, Nevada
Google the “best National Parks you’ve never heard of” and GBNP is on many lists. Discover Lehman Caves, tarantulas, reservoirs, lava flows, Joshua trees, glorious aspens, bristlecone pines, Wheeler Peak, Cathedral…