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There's no shortage of fun to be found in the Ozarks, and you can add the many outdoor activities of this gorgeous nature preserve to the list.
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Just a few hours from Edmonton, Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise, this park boasts a multi-layer waterfall you can love without hordes of tourists.
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This national forest is actually a combination of three different areas, and it covers a lot of space across two states in the Rocky Mountains.
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Niagra Falls is one of the most popular destinations in North America, but if you want a more relaxed experience, head to another New York waterfall.
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This walkable PNW suburb of Seattle has milling roots but has been revitalized into a city with idyllic river trails and hip downtown vibes.
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This state is proving that even modern cities with growing populations can enjoy top-rated air quality, healthy lifestyles, and unspoiled nature within reach.
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This lake is located within a designated wilderness area west of Aspen that requires long hikes to get to, but the pristine beauty is well worth the trek.
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This rural valley area along a quiet creek saw boom times in the 1860s, but progress moves on and now it's is a relaxing spot with a welcoming city.
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Hike in the Oquirrh Mountains, hit the links, and stroll past historic buildings with a visit to this Utah city less than an hour from Salt Lake City.
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The small preserve has half a dozen bison roaming around, making it a great spot to catch a glimpse what hiking or just relaxing outside the city.
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If you're looking for a place to retire that is both affordable and scenic, you might want to set your stereotypes aside and explore the towns in this region.
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This remote archipelago may take some effort to get to, but you'll be rewarded with whales and sea lions, plus hundreds of rocky islands to explore.
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As Florida's popularity as a retirement option decreases, this state is becoming a fan favorite thanks to its beautiful parks and unique dining offerings.
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This tiny beach on the southwest coast is world famous for its pro-level surf break and its scenic, protected cove of calm, inviting water.
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This charming and historic Rhode Island town offers retirees affordable, quiet neighborhoods, river views, quality healthcare, and vibrant local events.
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If you're looking to escape the bustle of the city and want to learn more about the natural world, this Connecticut location offers plenty to see and do.
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In this South Korean island city, a vibrant downtown core and exceptional natural sights are both well within reach of high-end resort experiences.
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With a downtown filled with murals and indy coffee shops, plus Indigenous history showcased by a towering tepee, this city is an underrated Alberta destination.
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Hike trails around a bird sanctuary, park your trailer or pitch a tent for the night, and swim or sunbathe at the beach at this Minnesota state park.
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Discover one of Australia's under-the-radar wine regions, tucked just outside of Adelaide, that's home to vines that were planted in the 1800s.
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If you're visiting Iowa and want to check out a relaxing state park, you can head to this one that offers fishing on a river and a lake, as well as camping.
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The city might not spring to mind when you think of getaways with welcoming Mediterranean climates, but it's worth checking out if long flights don't both you.
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Reinders Corporation has ranked the greenest cities in the world, and this West Coast town took the top honors. If you visit, there's a lot of fun to be had.
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With scenic trails, a restored courthouse, museum exhibits, and preserved 19th-century buildings, this historic town near Redding showcases Gold Rush history.
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This South Carolina preserve is home to historic plantations houses and a beach covered in otherworldly driftwood with threatened bird species and sea turtles.
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Fish for rainbow trout, hike past waterfalls, and spend the night in a rustic campground at this mountain lake in California's Eastern Sierra.
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A small Oregon river city known for windsurfing, arts, and food also has a unique cultural link across the Pacific to its Japanese sister city.
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