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Known for its mountainous landscapes, extensive areas of protected wilderness, and outdoor recreation areas, Idaho is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Idaho is located in the northwestern region of the United States and shares a small border area with Canada. The Columbia and Snake Rivers within the state boast a series of dams and locks, making the city of Lewiston, Idaho the farthest inland seaport on the Pacific coast of the contiguous United States.

With a mix of coastal cities and rural areas, Connecticut is famed for its seaport in Mystic filled with centuries-old ships. Connecticut is the third smallest state by area and is named after the Connecticut River. Due to its extensive waterways and ports, Connecticut is famed for its maritime traditions (although it has no direct access to the sea). Despite the state’s relatively small size, it features wide regional variations in its landscape. From the northwestern Litchfield Hills featuring rolling mountains and horse farms to the southeastern New London County featuring beaches and maritime activities, there’s a little something from every outdoor adventurer in Connecticut.

Off-road excursions are always exciting, but many forget that the journey to your destination can enhance your trip and add to the adventure! Teardrop trailers are a great way to bring your camping essentials with you without having to set up shop every time you want to bunker down for the evening. While these trailers may have set one back $20,000 before, there are new companies aimed at bringing rental options to adventurers here in the US.