--- title: The Five Best Summer Road Trips for 2016 description: Looking for something a little off the beaten path for this summer’s road trip adventure? We have you covered. image: https://www.turnerpr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/road-trips-1-3.png --- 2 min read # The Five Best Summer Road Trips for 2016 [ Kim Hennen ](https://www.turnerpr.com/spin-kitchen/author/kim-hennen) : June 22, 2016 [Destinations](https://www.turnerpr.com/spin-kitchen/tag/destinations) ![The Five Best Summer Road Trips for 2016](https://www.turnerpr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/road-trips-1-3.png) Looking for something a little off the beaten path for this summer’s road trip adventure? We have you covered. Here’s your guide to five spectacular and underrated destinations. Gas up the car and hit the open road … ## Utah’s Scenic Byway 12 There’s nothing worse than hitting the road only to find a boring drive. Fortunately, [**Utah’s Scenic Byway 12**](http://www.visitutah.com/things-to-do/road-trips/must-do/all-american-road) – the All American Road – is the opposite of boring. You’ll witness Utah’s rolling slick rock, snaking canyons, mesas and mineral stained rock walls. Overhead, eagles and hawks will soar while elk graze in a nearby meadow. The byway passes through many spectacular sights, including [**Bryce Canyon National Park**](http://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/most-visited-parks/bryce-canyon), [**Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument**](http://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/most-visited-parks/grand-staircase-escalante), [**Dixie National Forest**](http://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/state-and-federal-recreation-areas/southern/dixie-national-forest) and [**Capitol Reef National Park**](http://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/most-visited-parks/capitol-reef). ## Alberta, Canada Take a drive from one of *National Geographic*’s top ranking scenic drives in the world, the [**Icefields Parkway**](https://www.travelalberta.com/ca/places-to-go/road-trips/icefields-parkway/) in the Canadian Rockies. Or get out of the car and explore Alberta’s historic sites and attractions found in the small towns along the [**Boomtown Trail**](https://www.travelalberta.com/ca/places-to-go/road-trips/boomtown-trail/). You might find yourself taking a cave tour, hiking through canyons, falls, and trails and witnessing the breathtaking beauty of [**Lake Louise**](https://www.travelalberta.com/us/places-to-go/canadian-rockies/lake-louise/)’s crystal blue waters. After a full day of exploring, fuel up on Alberta’s world famous Western beef. You’ll have a choice of barbecued, braised, grilled, minced or skewered. Trust us, you won’t be able to get enough. ## Albuquerque, New Mexico [**Albuquerque**](http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/)’s rich history and breath-taking sights makes it a worthy stop. Stretch your legs on the city’s 16-mile [**bicycle**](http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/albuquerque/outdoors/bike/) and [**hiking**](http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/albuquerque/outdoors/scenic-hiking/) trails in its protected Paseo del Bosque along the meandering Rio Grande. Stay late and watch the sunset over the desert volcanoes. Before you head out, get your “Breaking Bad” fix at [**Rebel Donut**](http://www.rebeldonut.com/). These crystal blue donuts will give you that sugar boost for the next leg of your trip. ## Cheyenne, Wyoming As Wyoming’s state capitol, [**Cheyenne**](http://www.cheyenne.org/) is the perfect stop for anyone who wants to travel back to the bygone pioneer days. Spend some time in the [**Frontier Days Old West Museum**](https://www.oldwestmuseum.org/), celebrating spirit of the American West and the thrilling history of the world's first extreme sport – Rodeo. If you want to experience the real thing, though, make sure to attend the largest outdoor rodeo in the world, [**Cheyenne Frontier Days rodeo and festival**](http://www.cheyenne.org/events/cheyenne-frontier-days/), July 21-31. And don’t forget your mountain bike or fishing poles; the [**Curt Gowdy State Park**](http://wyoparks.state.wy.us/Site/SiteInfo.aspx?siteID=4) has some of the best mountain biking and the [**Crystal and Granite Spring Reservoirs**](http://www.cheyenne.org/listing/crystal-%26-granite-springs-reservoirs/1012/) offer a relaxing fishing experience. ## Estes Park, Colorado Get a marvelous view without stopping the car. Drive into the Rocky Mountain National Park on [**Trail Ridge Road**](https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/trail_ridge_road.htm), the highest continuous paved road in the country. You’ll pass through mountain meadows and finally out above the tree line. Feel free to turn around at the Alpine Visitor Center or you can make the drive a part of the 360 mile loop of Northern Colorado by connecting to three other scenic byways. After your high-altitude adventure, head to [**Estes Park**](http://www.visitestespark.com/), where you can stroll the charming Main Street, and stop in at the [**Dancing Pines Distillery**](http://dancingpinesdistillery.com/) to sample some of Colorado’s finest artisanal spirits. - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Summer Friday Adventures: 6 Can’t-Miss Destinations](https://www.turnerpr.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/summer-friday-header-turner-1.png) ](https://www.turnerpr.com/spin-kitchen/summer-friday-adventures-6-cant-miss-destinations) 2 min read #### [Summer Friday Adventures: 6 Can’t-Miss Destinations](https://www.turnerpr.com/spin-kitchen/summer-friday-adventures-6-cant-miss-destinations) [Campbell Levy](https://www.turnerpr.com/spin-kitchen/author/campbell-levy) : May 31, 2016 It’s a workplace trend that seems to be getting more popular every year. During the summer, offices empty out early on Friday afternoons and... 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