5 U.S. Backpacking Trips For The Truly Legit Adventurer

Cherese Weekes
by Cherese Weekes
Last updated: 7:29 PM ET, Wed January 22, 2014

Take a walk on the wild side along the picturesque trails of some of the United States' most breathtaking sceneries.

No need for a passport, some of the world's most spectacular views are right in our backyard.

From rolling hills and cascading waterfalls to verdant jungles, there are plenty of remote landscapes to make the backpacker's adventure a memorable experience.

So bring your backpacking gear and be prepared to explore the most beautiful open spaces the U.S. has in store.

Here are five destinations that make up some of the best backpacking vacations the U.S. has to offer.

Yosemite National Park, California

Beautiful waterfalls, dynamic rock foundations and acres of camping grounds make Yosemite National Park a backpacker's oasis.

Spend your days hiking through striking trails and your nights nestling with exotic wildlife in this unspoiled beauty.

Trekking along Yosemite's Half Dome Cables Routes also bring unimaginative views too extraordinary to describe from Glacier Point.

Zion Wilderness, Utah

With a backpacking permit, Zion Wilderness is the ideal destination to make your wildest dreams come true.

From canyons and vistas to majestic cliffs, the diversity of ecology that flows through this vast wilderness can be solely described as opulent.

Glacier National Park, Montana

Arguably one of the most pristine locations in the U.S., Glacier National Park transforms adventurists' vacation dream into a reality.

Follow the expedition of Lewis and Clark, fish in its scintillating water and hike along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail for a 3,100-mile journey into natural beauty of backcountry spaces and lodging grounds, and bike under the moonlight.

Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

In the heart of the Rocky Mountain sits Rocky Mountain National Park, a tourist magnet beckoning visitors to its open spaces, crystal-clear rivers, and unique collection of mountainsides.

A winter wonderland and summer's dream, this rustic playground attracts thrill seekers to come play and camp amid its natural beauty and wildlife.

Grand Canyon, Arizona

The grandest of them all, the Grand Canyon calls the greatest of adventurers to its network of colorful rock formations.

An iconic masterpiece, this unique treasure challenges the most avid naturalists to explore its unique trails imprinted by millions of travelers who flock to the Grand Canyon just to capture a glance of its opulence.
Whether backpacking, camping or simply gazing at its natural beauty, the Grand Canyon offers an outstanding experience worth every bit of discovery.

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