This cozy city near Detroit is home to excellent local restaurants, plenty of walking paths and green space, and a calendar packed with family-friendly events.
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You may not associate the state of South Dakota with art, but Sioux Falls holds an annual event that honors local artists and displays their work.
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This family-run market in Northern California was named the 'Best Pie Shop in America' and it's worth a stop on your road trip around Sacramento and Lake Tahoe.
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This stunning lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is hidden by dense forest at almost 2,000 feet above sea level and offers plentiful fishing opportunities.
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Everglades National Park is a beautiful wonderland of diverse plant and animal species, but there are a few things you need to know to have a fun and safe time.
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This quiet Georgia town offers a charming downtown with historic hotels and antique shops, along with restaurants serving up Southern comfort food.
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Seattle offers a lot for outdoorsy people, including this scenic park that features a lighthouse. You may even see a whale while you're there.
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Dive into South Texas’ cowboy past by visiting the “Vaquero Capital of Texas,” where you’ll find annual rodeos, working ranches, and historic buildings.
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This unique ranch in central Florida offers waterfront camping, resident longhorn cattle and miniatures goats, and a lake for fishing and kayaking.
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Not every lake in Washington State lets you use motorboats. That's just one of the advantages of this 150-acre lake that's near both Seattle and Tacoma.
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This small city outside of Saint Louis, Missouri, is perfect for retirees with proximity to beautiful trails, golf courses, and historic sites.
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A lesser-known outdoor destination rewards hikers with peaceful trails, rare wildlife, and a landscape shaped by centuries of natural and human history.
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Walk through marshy swamplands while spotting animals and casting a line into a pond at a wildlife refuge stradling South Carolina and Georgia.
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Tucked between famously lush and forested hills, a record-setting body of water provides this New England state with a gem for waterfront recreation fans.
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Locals can't get enough of this idyllic park in East Nebraska, with a stocked lake for fishing, a newly-expanded swimming beach, and dozens of campsites.
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The largest state park in Pennsylvania spills into Ohio, featuring an abundance of outdoor activities like camping and hiking to enjoy.
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Head to this gem of a park near Washington state's largest city to surround yourself in a slice of tranquility with rushing waterfalls and dense forest.
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Rated one of the fastest-growing cities in America, this thriving community has a quaint historic district, a massive nearby lake, and top-rated eateries.
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This budget-friendly California destination near Sequoia offers year-round sunshine, quiet streets, outdoor activities, and authentic local dining.
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Whether you're seeking a retirement or a getaway destination, this beauty is for you. It has an expansive stretch of shoreline and a charming historic district.
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This recreation area in southeastern Nebraska pairs a scenic lake with camping, boating, beaches, and birdwatching, and it only 90 minutes from Omaha.
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Established in 2019, this action-packed park in western Maryland is home to the largest network of trails for off-roading in the entire state.
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Beyond Cape Cod's bustling beaches lies a coastal sanctuary with windswept dunes, untouched shorelines, thriving wildlife, and unforgettable ocean views.
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This peaceful lakeside retreat in Arkansas invites visitors to unwind with quiet forest trails, waterfront camping, abundant wildlife, and scenic views.
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It isn't the easiest lake to access, but every drop of sweat expelled on the way to this crystal-clear beauty is well worth it.
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This scenic resort state park in Alabama has peaceful lakefront escapes, wooded trails, cozy overnight stays, and endless outdoor adventures.
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With a bunch of excellent local restaurants, a festive farmers market, and plenty of parks to unwind, this California town is a great spot for foodies.
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