This peaceful Illinois recreation area offers a sprawling human-made reservoir, abundant wildlife, boating, fishing, and camping among lovely scenery.
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This peaceful Oklahoma state park invites travelers to cast a line, camp beneath trees, launch a boat, and savor tranquil waterfront scenery.
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Once home to mineral-rich springs believed to cure any ailment, this densely wooded park is now a vast retreat with campsites surrounding a lake.
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The Eastern Shore park is quiet and serene, with wooded campsites, miles of walking trails, and good paddling and fishing in its lake and creek.
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Make a beeline for England's Lake District and explore a beautiful town with outdoor adventures all around, from national park camping to lake activities.
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Right off the highway in Georgia is a nature-filled space where you can go fishing, boat or paddle on a lake, and end the day resting at the campsite.
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This recreation area offers access to an expansive California lake and dozens of campsites with amenities that will make your outdoor adventure more enjoyable.
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Take the ferry over to this island state park outside of Seattle, where you can hike, camp, paddle, fish, and spot wildlife in a scenic setting.
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This daunting but highly popular 2.2-mile hike to the mountain's granite peak rewards visitors with incredible wilderness views and sweeping Georgia panoramas.
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Explore an Iowa state park full of beauty, wonder, and lots of fun, including cabins to sleep in, trails to walk, beaches, and plenty of wildflowers to see.
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Skip Canada's more crowded National Park and visit another full of serene beauty, beautiful hikes, and stunning lakes nestled between Montreal and Quebec City.
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This repellent product might not be the first one you reach for on the shelf, but it has clear advantages over messy sprays and apparently works even better.
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A short drive from Tulsa leads to a quieter Oklahoma escape, where historic streets give way to peaceful shorelines, wooded trails, and scenic views.
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Escape the crowds at this tiny Arkansas town, where towering bluffs, cascading waterfalls, and the Buffalo River create an unforgettable outdoor getaway.
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North America is a contiguous wonderland for lovers of outdoor adventure. KOA campgrounds offer sites with stunning views near major attractions.
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This mining town in British Columbia was named after the Colorado town of the same name and features stunning alpine views and nearby parks to explore.
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This peaceful Michigan park is a riverside gem that rewards adventurous visitors with quiet trails, primitive campsites, paddling, fishing, and scenic bridges.
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This national forest in the northern reaches of Washington is the Pacific Northwest at its most magnificent, with brilliant hiking and camping available.
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This lakefront spot offers a slice of serenity that can be elusive: a quiet reservoir to enjoy, long walks or bike rides, and access to a boat launch or kayaks.
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This Washington island retreat has picturesque waterfront campsites, a rugged driftwood-strewn beach, mountain panoramas, and chances to spot marine life.
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A quieter Cornhusker State escape combines local history, family-friendly stops, small-town shopping, and easy access to peaceful outdoor spaces.
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This Alabama state park is packed with history, from its well-curated museum to its authentic structures. Spend a day here, or book a cabin for the night.
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This peaceful forest escape in northern Idaho pairs a wild scenic river with secluded campgrounds, mountain trails, trout fishing, and abundant wildlife.
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This lake in Canada's Saskatchewan Province is a rural hideaway that highlights pristine beauty, plenty of paddling adventures, and waterfront campsites.
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You may not think of Kansas as a haven for water lovers, but this city offers a stunning lake you can boat or hike around, and uniquely fun places to stay.
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With its close proximity to gorgeous scenery, lakes, and much more, Washington state is awash in charming mountain towns that you may not have heard of.
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The Sierra Nevada mountain range offers outdoor lovers plenty of hiking trails, sparkling lakes, and natural beauty. This particular loop is almost 45 miles.
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