Two stunning Colorado mountain cities are connected with the world-famous “Million Dollar Parkway” road. I’m talking about Ouray, nicknamed the “Switzerland of America,” and a 1970s mining town, Silverton. And then there are Ghost Towns in between!

Cades Cove is a hugely popular area of the Smokies for good reasons! The majestic scenery includes deer, turkeys, bears, horseback riding, camping, historic turn-of-the-century churches, hiking, and a working grist mill on a one-way paved road for cars and bike enjoyment. Enjoy the out-of-doors, and it's free!

Bryce Canyon National Park is located on Scenic Highway 12 which is 123 miles of breathtaking scenery. It continuously changes from red rock towers to canyons, pine forests, and incredible views as you travel through several charming small towns. A car is perfect for the adventure through towns and ascending/descending 8%, 12%, and 14% grades. And then there is the "Hogback," where for 1 mile, there are drop-offs on both sides of the curvy road.

The mountains are ginormous! Here are 8 Must Dos in Zion National Park, such as hiking Canyon Overlook Trail, how to rent an electric Bike and ride through Zion Canyon, and tips for hiking to Angel’s Landing and wading the Narrows.

Add Caverns of Sonora to your bucket list! This beautiful show cave is filled with formations not seen in other caves, like Fish Fin Helictite, thousands of knobby calcite, and thousands of stalactites and stalagmites!