Away from Montana’s busiest parks, a remote mountain range boasts quiet trails, sweeping scenery, and one of the state’s most remarkable landscapes.
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Located in the former Presidio military base, this park offers restored wetlands, beach access to picnic and kitesurf, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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This small city in Montana is a peaceful escape with scenic rivers for fishing and paddling, quaint local restaurants, and opportunities for outdoor adventures.
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The West is known for its spectacular mountains, but it's often the canyons that provide incredible and unique perspectives. Here are five to check out.
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Midtown is known for business, but if you poke around a bit you can find a more laid-back and multicultural part of the city to explore.
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For a great day trip from San Diego, head to this nearby city filled with interesting museums, tasty eateries and cafes, and a peaceful botanical garden.
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These iconic Las Vegas casinos were once at the heart of the Strip's golden era, before changing tastes and more modern resorts erased them.
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Pennsylvania's deepest inland waters hide a peaceful escape with clear swimming, forested shores, uncrowded boating, and quiet camping opportunities.
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With a handful of charming museums, restaurants, and green spaces, this tiny Illinois community is a peaceful, affordable escape from the bustle of St. Louis.
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Hidden among shady woodlands, this peaceful Texas lake blends calm paddling waters, abundant fishing, scenic trails, and uncrowded campsites.
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A dramatic high-altitude Washington road climbs through wildflower meadows and alpine views, offering one of the most breathtaking mountain drives in America.
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This route in Sacramento links the downtown waterfront to a calm lake, offering paved mileage, river views, and easy access points for walkers and cyclists.
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If you're a traveler fascinated by abandoned places, head to New Mexico, where you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to seeing ghost towns of old.
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The Golden State has no shortage of amazing camping spots along its hundreds of miles of coastline. This state beach is one of the best for oceanside retreats.
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For a charming small town surrounded by Washington's misty forests and gorgeous beaches, head to this scenic spot with a major connection to "Twilight."
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In the U.S., passes for national and state parks can make it easy to visit multiple sites, but there are a few things to know if yours is lost or stolen.
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Not far from Myrtle Beach is another, less-crowded beach destination perfect for families, with water sports, rides and games, and other attractions.
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For those looking for well-connected retirement spots that are still charmingly rural and full of history, check out this peaceful Virginia town.
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For some excellent views of the Charleston skyline over the harbor, head to this pedestrian-only bridge and park located just outside of the city.
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This tiny Illinois suburb between Chicago and Naperville is a worthwhile stop along historic Route 66 for its comfort food and interesting local lore.
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Explore the world's longest known cave system and see colorful, subterranean light displays in these incredible caves that are scattered around the U.S.
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San Antonio topped the list of the best public transportation in Texas with its city-wide bus system, thanks to one specific (and important) reason.
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From hidden gem state parks to special deals at restaurants, here are five cheap and free things to do in Fort Lauderdale, according to a Florida local.
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For a unique place to explore about an hour outside of Pensacola, head to this friendly city with a cute downtown filled with eateries and unique local shops.
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In a small city in Ohio, you'll find an old (and possibly haunted) prison that has been featured in multiple movies, including a major '90s blockbuster.
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This ancient inland sea drained thousands of years ago, and now a system of multi-use trails following its former shoreline offer stunning valley views.
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Looking to step back in time to the swinging '60s? There are still some places in the United States that have held on to their mid-century charm and nostalgia.
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