① Bucket List Places to Visit in the U.S.
The U.S. has many travel spots with stunning natural beauty. These places have magnificent landscapes and are famous worldwide. Among these iconic places, the Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim trail is a must-visit in 2024.
Within the Grand Canyon National Park, this trail is a challenging but highly rewarding hiking experience. Enthusiastic hikers can finish it in a day, but most people split the hike into a two-day trek, spending a day at the campground. You can hike this trail from north to south or vice versa.
In winter, the trail might be closed due to bad weather, so you should always check the National Park website during the planning stage.
- State: Arizona
- Arrival Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
- Travel Duration: 2 Nights, 3 Days
Niagara Falls State Park remains a steadfast bucket list destination in the U.S. The impressive and thunderous waterfall captivates visitors with its awe-inspiring natural beauty. However, if you’re an adventurous visitor, we recommend visiting the natural cave behind the Bridal Veil Falls.
Standing at an impressive height of 130 feet, this cave provides an excellent opportunity to get close to the waterfall. You can admire the incredible waterfall scenery right in front of your eyes.
- State: New York
- Arrival Airport: Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
- Travel Duration (Minimum): 1 Night, 2 Days
② Taking Photos with Wildlife
In Alaska’s Katmai National Park & Preserve, you can observe wildlife right before you. This is a haven for adventurous travelers who want to enjoy camping in a park full of grizzly bears.
The camping area is very safe as an electric fence surrounds it. For wildlife photographers and nature enthusiasts, it’s an ideal way to observe bears in their natural habitat.
- State: Alaska
- Arrival Airport: King Salmon (AKN)
- Travel Duration (Minimum): 2 Nights, 3 Days
③ Taking a Road Trip in the U.S.
If you’ve dreamed of exploring the red rock landscapes of Utah, you should add a U.S. road trip to your bucket list. Start your adventure by flying into Grand Junction and renting a car to embark on a journey to Moab, where you can explore all five of Utah’s national parks in less than a week.
We recommend exploring the nearby Canyonlands National Park and Arches National Park over two days. Head to Capitol Reef National Park to hike at Goosenecks and Sunset Point.
Trekking in Bryce Canyon National Park is a great way to enjoy Utah. After staying at the Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel, you should continue your trip to Zion National Park for a few days. Don’t miss a chance to complete the infamous Angel’s Landing trail for a trip you’ll remember forever.
- State: Utah
- Arrival Airport: Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)
- Travel Duration (Minimum): 6 Nights, 7 Days
Embarking on a road trip through the expansive landscapes of Far West Texas promises an unforgettable adventure that spans over a week. This trip allows you to discover the culture of El Paso, the scenery of the Franklin Mountains State Park, the installation art of Marfa, and the mystery of Marfa Lights.
Once you get to Big Bend National Park, you can take impressive photos of the large areas of land and difficult hiking paths. You can also have fun activities like riding horses in Marfa or doing ziplining over the canyon.
- State: Texas
- Arrival Airport: El Paso International Airport (ELP)
- Travel Duration (Minimum): 7 Nights, 8 Days
