Key acts and policy changes have redefined the National Park Service, clarifying its purpose for in protecting the nation's plains, canyons, lakes, and mountains.
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When you think of a downtown park, you might think of a small area, but this it took over 20 years to plan and design this 7-acre park in North Carolina.
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If you're looking for a unique adventure in Minnesota, this park offers the state's longest explorable cave, brown trout fishing, and extensive hiking trails.
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This lakeside destination in Montana offers sandy shorelines, swimming, birding, and mountain views, with conditions that change depending on the season.
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New York City is commonly known as the "Big Apple," but the origin story for this beloved nickname is long and winding, and it starts down in New Orleans.
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The Pacific Northwest is a paradise for anyone who likes to get out on the water. One state park in Washington's Olympic Peninsula is a particular treat.
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Yosemite National Park can get busy, but if you're looking to capture the most famous view in the park, it's worth getting through the crowds.
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Rural Massachusetts has dozens of spectacular spots for enjoying the great outdoors, with one iconic pond-side campsite offering dozens of activities.
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Though it can be challenging to reach, this Michigan state park offers visitors a rugged escape with cozy campsites, stunning views, and lakeside fun.
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Everyone loves a water park in the hot summer months -- the slides, the wave pools, all of it -- and there's a great one in Colorado that just got even better.
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There's never a bad time to check in with your neighbors, and one charming U.S. state is going all out to encourage people to explore its delights in 2026.
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This Idaho resort offers travelers adventure year-round, from black-diamond ski runs in winter to swimming, boating, and hitting the links in summer.
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Get the quintessential Maine experience at this park featuring the state's iconic rugged coastline, lighthouses, and access to prime fishing and hiking spots.
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If you're looking to see the sights on Washington's coastline, you'll want to take this scenic byway that winds through villages, parks, and more.
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South of Pittsburgh, this Pennsylvania destination features guided tours, family-friendly programs, and forest views worth adding to your itinerary.
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Visit one of Minnesota’s smallest state parks for a peaceful day of fishing and camping amongst serene wooded landscapes rife with singing birds.
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Quiet, sandy shores built for relaxing, shelling, turtle watching, and swimming can be found on this hidden gem of an island on the west coast of Florida.
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On a road trip through Nashville toward the Midwest, make a stop by this town with an interesting claim to fame and plenty of unique shops and activities.
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One of the best spots for pike fishing in Indiana is a river filled with cold water and beloved by anglers throughout the Midwest.
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Minnesota is a state known for it's many, many beautiful lakes, and there's one located at a state park that should be at the top of your list.
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Tucked away on New Hampshire's border with Vermont, this city is small, but it boasts a theater, an opera house, a lovely park, and fun shopping.
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If you're headed to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, you can head to this new hotel which was just voted the country's best new one by USA Today readers.
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Minnesota’s pristine forests also hold a lot of history, like this state park that was once a military outpost and now hosts idyllic campgrounds and hikes.
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This new outdoor venue in Downtown Grand Rapids will attract music and entertainment fans all over the US to Michigan, building on Detroit's musical legacy.
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This underrated regional park in Northern California offers visitors pretty treks to the sound of rushing cascades, viewing decks, and grazing goats.
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This Ohio nature reservation features lakes for fishing, easy lakeside loop trails through forests and wetlands, migratory bird habitat, and quiet picnic areas.
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Surprisingly, a state famous for its beaches is also the only one without a single natural lake — but there’s still plenty of fun to be had on the water here.
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