For a quiet escape, skip the Jersey Shore and head to this South Jersey lake, where you'll find plenty of space for fishing, paddling, and spotting wildlife.
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Chicago is a metropolitan playground with plenty to see and do, however, you can also have an excellent time on a day trip within 2 hours of the city.
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Zion National Park is full of scenic drives, but the roads are often dangerous, and traffic is heavy. Recently, some changes have been made to improve this.
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Detroit's cultural gravity means its surrounding neighborhoods get overlooked. But places like this are excellent day trips from the city.
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People are flocking to this Missouri city, and it's easy to see why. Visit for family-friendly events, a summertime water park, green spaces, and local food.
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The city lies on the Erie Canal and makes a fantastic spot to sit in a riverfront park, enjoy a good meal, or spend some time at a downtown event or cute shop.
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This town sits on a the state's largest natural lake, blessing it with abundant fishing and outdoor recreation, and its rural feel is pleasantly accessible.
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When you get to the heart of the SoCal region, you can explore a part of California most visitors never see. This small city is the perfect example of that.
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The Ozarks are a vast wilderness spreading over several states, making it hard to know where to go for a visit. This state park is full of amenities.
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Orange County suffers the same downside as other famous travel spots with tons to see: Its smaller corners get overlooked. This neighborhood is one of them.
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You'll find little snippets of the Windy City over in this charming Washington State destination that comes with all the delights of the Pacific Northwest.
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While hiking might seem pretty straightforward, there are some practical tips that both seasoned and novice hikers alike should take heed of.
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One of the best fishing lakes in Kansas is also one of the most underrated wildlife destinations in the magnificent Midwest.
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There's nothing quite like doing a spot of shopping while on vacation, and this brilliant outdoor mall in Florida has everything you could need.
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If you're on a road trip across Washington from Seattle to Spokane, make a point of stopping in this charming river city with orchards and outdoor adventures.
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A wooded escape in Georgia hides a subterranean world beneath a cascading stream, where muddy passages and mineral formations reward adventurous explorers.
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This quiet pocket of Pennsylvania wilderness invites peaceful walks beside flowing water, wildlife sightings, and birding amid leafy scenery.
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Maryland may not be the largest state, but it is home to a wide variety of landscapes, including this mountain state park with a popular waterfall.
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Tucked between Dayton and Cincinnati, this Ohio nature getaway features creekside trails, fishing spots, campgrounds, wildlife viewing, and paddling.
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The wonderful world of Washington wine is best discovered in this delightful city just a short drive from Mount Rainier National Park.
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This welcoming Indiana getaway has vintage storefronts, local treats, historic architecture, and riverside scenery, making it perfect for an easy day trip.
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This Maryland park features scenic forest trails, an ice skating complex, sports courts, playgrounds, and plenty of outdoor recreation for families.
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A short drive from Seattle, this Washington destination offers clear water, year-round fishing, forest camping, and hiking with mountain views.
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If you're in the Columbus, Ohio, there are suburbs worth checking out as well, like this one that is full of scenic trails and railroad history.
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Looking for an easy Maryland day trip? This popular park offers river views, waterfront trails, fishing, playgrounds, and a favorite local grill.
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South Dakota has some famous landmarks, but if you want to check out some outdoor adventure in the eastern part of the state, head to this lakeside state park.
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Historic architecture, railroad roots, local museums, and a scenic state park make this Georgia destination an easy escape for hiking, camping, and sightseeing.
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