The Best Day Trips From San Diego, According To A Local
Our local writer is sharing these perfect day trips outside San Diego (and Los Angeles), ranging from beaches to deserts to historic little towns.
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Between Augusta And Savannah Is South Carolina's Lake State Park With Idyllic Fishing And Scenic Trails
Looking for a getaway with wooded views, fishing, trails, and much more? This lakeside park nestled in South Carolina along the Georgia border is a must-visit.
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Just Off Minnesota's Iconic Gunflint Trail Is A Scenic Lake With Birdwatching And Boundary Waters Access
This spot lies just outside the wilderness area, but the pretty lake is still in the heart of the action, with wildlife spotting, birding, and lakeside resorts.
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9 Destinations Around The World With Surprisingly Good Beer Scenes
The craft beer industry has exploded well beyond the United States to some surprising countries across the globe that you might not expect.
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Wisconsin's Waterfront State Park Is An Inviting Lake Escape With Scenic Camping And Outdoor Fun
Like the best of Wisconsin's state parks, this relatively unknown getaway is located along a winding body of water that's perfect for a summer visit.
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Alaska's Once-Thriving Mining Town Is Now An Almost Abandoned Remote Gateway To America's Largest National Park
Tucked deep inside Alaska's largest national park, this fading former boomtown offers rugged scenery, glacier access, and historic landmarks.
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Forget Acadia National Park — Visit New England's Free, Underrated Parklands With Miles Of Coastal Trails
Just minutes from the Canadian border, this destination in Maine offers miles of hiking trails, stunning water views, and much smaller crowds than Acadia.
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Michigan's Remote, Rustic State Park On Lake Huron Escape Has Unspoiled Trails, Serene Beaches, And Camping
If you are looking for a quiet and relatively untouched Michigan state park for outdoor adventures, this spot right on Lake Huron may be just the ticket.
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Oklahoma's Fast-Growing Tulsa Suburb Has Local Shops, Parks, Top-Tier Golf, And A Walkable Downtown
This Tulsa suburb tops Oklahoma's best places to raise a family, with walkable shops, golf courses, dog parks, and community green spaces.
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Between Albany And NYC Is One Of The US' 'Finest Classical Gardens' Full Of Woodland Art And Carriage Trails
The scenery between Albany and NYC is absolutely stunning, and yet this incredible garden manages to stand out, and it's beckoning you to visit.
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Oregon's 5 Best Coastal Camping Spots With Easy Beach Access
The Oregon coastline is littered with scenic spots to set up a tent or park an RV, and we've picked a few of the best for you to check out.
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Forget Boston, Retire To This New England City Between New Haven And Hartford With A Vibrant Community
If you want to retire in New England, consider that smaller town in Connecticut, for example, can be more comfortable than a national metropolis like Boston.
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Running Between Madison And Milwaukee Is Wisconsin's Scenic State Trail Connecting 10 Lovely Small Towns
If you're looking for a destination that combines small town exploration, scenic views, and beautiful trails, you won't want to miss this Wisconsin locale.
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Under An Hour From Chicago Is The 'Crossroads Of The Nation' With Tasty Eats And Family-Friendly Fun
This Indiana city makes for a fun day trip filled with scenic day hikes, bowling and laser tag, plus hearty comfort foods at local restaurants.
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South Carolina's Underrated State Park Is A Lakefront Oasis With Scenic Camping, Fishing, And Boating
A lesser-known state park in South Carolina boasts tranquil lake waters for fishing and boating, along with scenic forests perfect for camping.
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Wisconsin's First Capitol Is Next To An Under-The-Radar State Park Full Of Family-Friendly Outdoor Fun
This park is home to unique geology and offers great views of the surrounding terrain. Plus, the historic First Capitol is right next door.
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Between Columbus And Akron Is Ohio's Rugged State Forest With Trails, Campsites, And A Historic Shrine
You'll hike countless deep forest trails, climb a 1930s fire tower, explore a hidden WWII memorial, and discover why this Ohio forest escape is so underrated.
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Minnesota's Once-Thriving Lake Has Dried Up, Leaving State Park Visitors With Fewer Options
There are plenty of reasons to visit Minnesota during the summer, but if a trip to this lake was on your itinerary, you may have to change plans.
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Maryland's Beachy State Park Is A Dramatic Chesapeake Bay Gem With Fishing, Trails, And A Historic Lighthouse
Escape D.C. crowds at this scenic Maryland peninsula with a historic lighthouse, stellar fishing, waterfront hiking trails, and beautiful beaches for swimming.
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Michigan's Oldest Shopping Mall Is Being Reborn As A 'City Within A City'
First opened in 1954, this shopping mall in Michigan closed in 2015 and was demolished in 2017. But it will soon find new life as a housing and retail complex.
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The Most Underrated Lake Destinations In The Southwest In 2026
From hidden alpine tarns to desert reservoirs, these underrated Southwest lakes offer incredible camping, boating, fishing, hiking, and scenic escapes.
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Central Pennsylvania's Underrated State Park Has Hiking With Guided Walks, Fishing, And Camping
This state park in central Pennsylvania is a hidden gem for weekend fishing, camping, and guided walking tours that highlight the region's natural scenery.
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Retirees Are Quietly Leaving California For This Affordable Gem With Charming Towns, Mountains, And State Parks
California is lovely, but it's also expensive. Fortunately, this state offers a similar climate and tons of charming mountain towns for budget-minded retirees.
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Between Cleveland And Youngstown Is Ohio's Village With A Walkable Downtown, Local Shops, And Historic Charm
With its quaint shops full of knickknacks, 19th-century downtown architecture, and a bridge with a picturesque view, this quiet village in Ohio will charm you.
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There's Another Side Of Austin, Texas Many Visitors Never Experience
Austin, Texas has certainly risen in popularity in recent decades, but there's still a side to it that is often unseen which you will fall in love with.
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Between Atlanta And Savannah Is The 'Kaolin Capital Of The World' With A Charming Downtown, Shops, And Camping
This quaint Georgia city has local boutiques, 19th century historical buildings and nearby RV camping. It's also known for chalky white clay material deposits.
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America's Best Fishing Trip For 2026 Sails To A Breezy Florida Gulf Coast Marina Near St. Pete
If you're planning an all-American fishing trip, add this highly rated charter in Florida to your itinerary and choose from a range of excursions.
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