Hiking

An abandoned sawmill from more than 134 years ago stands testament to the ambition of one man.

A creek tumbles over a series of step-like rocks to create this scenic water feature.

It takes a nine-mile hike to reach these hot springs, but weary hikers are rewarded with stunning views and a warm soak.

A cable-suspension footbridge that hangs high above the Mill River.

A naturally occurring amphitheater carved by erosion into the mountainside.

Apparently, Hell has waterfalls in Slovenia.

A spectacular but little-known slot canyon in extreme northern Nevada, with sheer walls nearly 500 feet high and a perennial stream.

A stunning blue-green lake located in the Terskey Alatau mountain range.

The longest cutting on the M62 contains some surprises—though it's best to leave the motorway to appreciate them.

These cascading falls resonate throughout the Bulgarian forest.

A strenuous, unofficial trail leads to spectacular views in one of America's most remote national monuments.

An improbable waterfall springs from an orange-white cliff face, tumbling into the headwaters of the Virgin River above Zion National Park.

A glacial valley filled with silver beech trees in the mountains of Portugal.

A collection of Inukshuks built and left by several hikers.

This little-used trail winds through the highest mountain range in central Nevada with sections around 10,000 feet.

A stone troll guards the hike that leads to this waterfall.

This tiny site in Iowa, part of a patchwork national wildlife refuge, is home to ancient flora and fauna.