Get inspired to explore with travel influencer @BedazzledBritt's top outdoor destinations and favorite hidden gems.
National Tourism Week (May 5–11) is the perfect time to explore the beauty of America's outdoor wonders. Meet Brittany Ray Sogge, aka @BedazzledBritt, a travel, lifestyle and outdoor enthusiast with a goal as big as the great outdoors itself: visiting every state and National Park. She's the ultimate outdoorsy girly girl, finding joy in camping, hiking, biking, kayaking and sailing. Join us as we uncover Brittany’s top outdoor picks and her favorite off-the-beaten-path destinations for your next adventure!
Must-Visit Destinations:
Hocking Hills, Ohio
This spot has some of the most scenic hikes I’ve ever seen. There are tons of waterfalls, caves and unique rock formations to explore!
Adirondacks, New York
This is another destination with incredible hikes that will take you to the tops of mountains and the sides of cliffs and gorges—plus you might even run into a moose on your way!
Oahu, Hawaii
Oahu has beautiful beaches, stunning sunsets and is the perfect place for swimming, scuba diving and trying surfing for the first time!
Red River Gorge, Kentucky
Located in Eastern Kentucky, Red River Gorge has incredible camping, hiking and some of the best outdoor climbs I’ve ever done. The climbing community there is massive and everyone is happy to help others get into the sport!
Hidden Gems:
Port Austin, Michigan
Port Austin is home to an incredible site called Turnip Rock. It takes miles of kayaking to get there, but it takes you alongside stretches of stunning rock formations and caverns. When the weather is good, the water is crystal-clear and turquoise blue.
Anna Maria Island, Florida
This Florida island is filled with the best beaches I’ve ever seen, tons of unique wildlife and the best shell-hunting I’ve ever experienced.
Tobermory, Canada
Tobermory is the perfect place to try cliff jumping, cave diving, snorkeling and scuba diving. The boating scene is superb and the landscape surrounding the water is great for hiking!
Pictured Rocks, Michigan
Head here for miles and miles of beautiful trails that take you along the water, allowing you to see rock formations and colors you won’t see anywhere else in the world.