{"id":1270,"date":"2016-05-09T17:34:39","date_gmt":"2016-05-09T17:34:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/?p=1270"},"modified":"2016-05-12T11:01:51","modified_gmt":"2016-05-12T11:01:51","slug":"budget-friendly-adventures-in-the-american-west","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.noplacetobe.com\/featured\/budget-friendly-adventures-in-the-american-west\/","title":{"rendered":"Xpat Matt\u2019s: Budget-Friendly Adventures in the American West"},"content":{"rendered":"

The post below was originally published on\u00a0Xpat\u00a0Matt’s<\/a>\u00a0blog on 14th April 2016:<\/p>\n

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Image via\u00a0Trover<\/a>\u00a0by Micah Weber<\/p>\n

Not every trip \u201cout west\u201d needs to empty your wallet and your savings account. In fact, there are plenty of adventurous destinations in the west that are affordable, uncrowded, and full of awesome outdoor activities for you and your traveling family. These five budget-friendly destinations offer everything you need to make the most of your adventure-based getaway.<\/p>\n

Discover the Wild West in Missoula<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Missoula is one of Montana\u2019s most underrated cities. This hip town and its active residents are fueled by its surrounding scenery, littered with mountain peaks, rivers, and forests. Visitors can stay in the heart of downtown \u2014 minutes from some of the world\u2019s best mountain biking, fishing, kayaking, rafting, hiking, horseback riding and more \u2014\u00a0for an affordable price<\/a>\u00a0any time of year. Opt for the budget-friendly\u00a0Holiday Inn Downtown<\/a>\u00a0for gorgeous river views and a location that\u2019s within walking distance of some of the city\u2019s favorite sights.<\/p>\n

Make Memories in Rapid City<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Rapid City, S.D., is known as the home of Mt. Rushmore, but adventures extend far beyond the historic monument. Adventurers will find endless fun mountain biking, fishing, hiking, geocaching, horseback riding, and kayaking among the gorgeous scenery of the Great Plains and the Black Hills. Even better, you can\u00a0stay in the center of town<\/a>\u00a0or inside the famed Black Hills National Forest on any budget.<\/p>\n

Explore the Red Rock Landscapes of Moab<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Moab is a place that adventure lovers dream about. Staying seconds from what are known as the greatest mountain biking trails in the world doesn\u2019t have to cost an arm and a leg despite Moab\u2019s standing as an outdoorsy \u201cresort town.\u201d\u00a0Stay close to the downtown<\/a>\u00a0museums, restaurants, and outdoors stores or walking distance to the area\u2019s best parks and trails; you can always find an\u00a0affordable place to rest your head<\/a>\u00a0at the end of a day filled with adventure.<\/p>\n

Venture Into the Mountains in Vail<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Escape the hustle and bustle of Denver to discover the White River National Forest and all of the adventures available at the Vail Ski Resort. You\u00a0don\u2019t have to pay outrageous resort prices<\/a>to enjoy all of the mountain biking, hiking, golfing, and whitewater rafting adventures Vail offers in spring and summer. Instead, opt for one of many more affordable options, like the\u00a0Evergreen Lodge<\/a>, to stay minutes from the mountain town\u2019s best features for an unbelievably affordable price.<\/p>\n

Adventure Inland in Roseville<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Roseville is just 30 minutes from Sacramento, but it\u2019s one of the best places to escape the stresses of city life in California. The area is known for its pristine golf courses, artsy downtown area, abundance of museums, and parks and trails that make for pleasant bike rides, runs, and hikes. Your budget-friendly\u00a0hotel in the heart of Roseville<\/a>\u00a0will also place you minutes from the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, where you can boat, swim, kayak, and fish on hot, dry summer days in California. Opt for a stay at the Extended Stay America or\u00a0Residence Inn by Marriott Roseville<\/a>\u00a0for easy access to downtown and the outdoors.<\/p>\n

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