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Plan a scenic “Sunday drive” along Old Fall River Road on any summer day to explore the biodiversity of Rocky Mountain National Park. This approximately 35-mi (56-km) loop drive travels through the montane, subalpine, and tundra ecosystems. During summer and fall, both Old Fall River Road and Trail Ridge Road are open. With no stops, the drive will take approximately 1.5 hours; with stops, it can take a half-day.

Alaska doesn’t have many roads, but what it lacks in quantity is made up for in quality. Each of the following road trip ideas showcases Alaska’s natural beauty. And often, the destination at the end of the road is every bit as interesting as the journey it took to get there.

By Moon Yellowstone & Grand Teton author Becky Lomax Yellowstone National Park is full of scenic drives. Check out these epic driving tours through North…

Be ready to pound down wild miles in this epic road trip that links the three road-accessible national parks in Alaska.

By Kayla Anderson and Stuart Thornton, authors of Moon Northern California Road Trips NorCal is California at its wildest: From cosmopolitan San Francisco, north through…

There’s no telling where your adventure in the Smokies will lead you—but you’re guaranteed to need a lot of good food to keep you energized as you explore. From a sweet morning pick-me-up to a late-night beer, here are some of the best places to eat in Tennessee near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

By Moon Southern California Road Trips author, Ian Anderson Southern California makes for a dream road trip: From Mediterranean-inspired Santa Barbara to upscale Malibu and…

By Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park author Jason Frye From Newfound Gap Road to Balsam Mountain Road, drive through some of the best scenic…

By Moon Canadian Rockies: With Banff & Jasper National Parks author, Andrew Hempstead A Banff National Park road trip can’t be done without passing through…

Consider dog-sledding, horseback riding, a stay at a luxury dude ranch, ice climbing, soaking in hot springs, and more Colorado winter activities.