This state is popular for its modern cities located within easy drives of popular outdoors hotspots, with professionals prioritizing a healthier lifestyle.
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California's mining history has taken a turn for the scenic at this gorgeous park not far from downtown San Jose, complete with gorgeous trails.
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These relatively hidden escapes are far from the resorts and crowds, offering tropical silence, serene vistas, and fine sands stretching for miles.
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A state park just 2 miles away from Wisconsin Dells can provide a calm respite from the crowds with its comfy, wooded campsites.
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If you're retired and have more time to spend exploring the U.S., you can head to this recreation area on a Georgia river and take all the time you need.
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A small town near Wyoming's Yellowstone region looks like it came straight out of an Old West movie set, and you can explore its history and wide-open spaces.
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There are plenty of activities to keep you busy here, but don't miss out on the real attraction -- stunning lake views and a peaceful outdoor escape.
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The longest river in Utah isn't just a scenic spot for photos, as it's also a world-class destination for both rafting and fishing out in the wilderness.
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Explore ancient Indigenous ceremonial grounds via walking trails and a museum with artifacts like pottery and spearheads at this Ohio state park.
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City officials at this Florida beach are strict about its no-swimming policy, resulting in an immediate $500 fine for anyone who enters the water.
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Once famous for casinos, boxing, and celebrity sightings, this East Coast resort town now struggles with decline, crime, and shuttered hotels.
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Texas is preparing to open its first new state parks in over 20 years, with one of the sites preserving over 2,000 acres of waterfront marshes.
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Wisconsin is one of the most underrated states in the country, and this charming city between Madison and Milwaukee is as underrated as it gets.
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Escape Zion’s busiest hikes on this uncrowded trail with canyon views, iconic sandstone cliffs, and scenic stretches along the Virgin River.
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An urban conservation project recognized as one of the most ambitious turned a former farmland into a refuge for humans and wildlife alike.
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Anyone who's spent a summer in Texas has heard of this outdoor haven for cooling off and having fun in the summer. Here's why it's such a popular spot.
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There are great places for beer and wine all over the globe, but these incredible cities around the globe are also making their mark on the cocktail world.
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A former Alabama fishing lodge turned stunning 65-acre botanical garden offers colorful year-round blooms, lake views, and a historic mansion tour.
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Though it may be small, this charming Indiana town is a wonderful spot for hiking and camping in the forest or diving into delectable local dishes.
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This lesser-known Texas Gulf Coast destination between Houston and Corpus Christi features bird-filled wetlands, scenic paddling routes, and peaceful trails.
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A riverside borough in Pennsylvania near the Ohio border has been revitalized from its steel-town roots into a stage for the performing arts.
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A community in Florida is preparing for the future in a big way, and the plans it laid out already helped sustain it through a massive hurricane.
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Stay in the heart of Yosemite at the valley’s biggest lodging facility, where you’ll find retro canvas tents, cozy cabins, and a fun atmosphere.
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Whether you're seeking a relaxing day by the water or an afternoon spent searching for wildlife, this cozy Indiana beach is a wonderful destination.
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You can hike or drive to the top, but the views are worth the trip no matter what, with vistas of the surrounding islands, Salish Sea, and British Columbia.
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This Missouri state park features lush forests, striking rock formations, winding hiking trails, and fascinating underground landscapes waiting to be explored.
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This charming Michigan town is home to multiple beaches where you can have some fun on the water. When you're done, you can sample the food trucks.
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