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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.

Despite their proximity, visiting all of Utah’s national parks is a bit complicated because of the rugged terrain and lack of roads. You must plan on a lot of driving, but it’s worth it to see each park’s unique sights, from Arches’ colorful rock fins to Bryce Canyon’s towering hoodoos to the desert hiking trails of Canyonlands’ Needles District.