Springfield's outdoor side goes beyond its museums and restaurants, with a scenic escape where visitors can fish, paddle, hike, and enjoy the water.
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Omaha, Nebraska, may not sound like the most exciting destination, but it's home to all kinds of natural beauty, including at this forest right outside of town.
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Escape the city with the family and explore a charming town full of parks, meandering trails between them, and even a nearby zoo to learn more about wildlife.
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Excited to fish somewhere truly remote? Face down a challenging hike for the ultimate fishing spot in this beautiful location within the John Muir Wilderness.
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Cast a line from the lake, explore hidden views from trails, or spend the night under the stars in this remote-feeling park just an hour away from Montgomery.
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The Grand Canyon is a mesmerizing natural wonder that draws millions of visitors every year, but that doesn't mean it's all smooth sailing.
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What looks like a natural wonder along Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River actually has a fascinating industrial past and offers a unique day-trip experience.
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In Washington's Cascade Range lies a body of water ripe with fish and open to multiple types of watercrafts, surrounded by national forests and trails.
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Spend a day with the family in this Kansas City suburb, where you can go fishing, practice your golf swing, have a picnic, and sample the local food.
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This scenic Georgia park has rushing river waters, leafy woodland trails, centuries of local history, family-friendly recreation, and a lively annual festival.
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This canyon hike near Sedona is near an iconic vortex and highlights both exposed trails with sprawling views and sections in the shade of ponderosa pines.
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This rugged mountain escape in Colorado has thundering cascades, striking rock formations, scenic trails, welcoming local restaurants, and sweeping vistas.
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Discover historical buildings, numerous antique shops, and lakeside camping in this Nebraska city highly regarded for its small-town atmosphere.
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This small town, not far from the capital of Missouri, is a quaint enclave with close proximity to miles of hiking trails, fishing spots, and camping.
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A quiet escape near Rockford, Illinois, offers bird-watching, wildflowers, old-growth oaks, and a peaceful hike through restored natural habitats.
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This verdant park was once destined to be an Air Force air strip but is now a haven for nature lovers with wildlife and an educational visitors center.
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Perched at the edge of a river, this scenic city is known for its rich history and artistic flair, exemplified by its architecture, galleries, and museums.
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This scenic wetlands destination in Florida offers sprawling wetlands, pine woods, wildlife-rich waterways, scenic trails, fishing, and primitive camping.
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If you want to explore the lush country of Florida, a natural restoration area not far outside of Gainesville offers great hiking and rustic camping.
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Grab your fly rods, boots, canoes, and tents for this Ozark destination that was the United States' first national river to be designated by Congress.
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The forest has a lovely river passing through that's a favorite for bass fishers and canoeists, along with miles of paved and natural walking trails.
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The Pacific Northwest is a vacation gem containing everything from stunning hikes to urbane cultural events. Follow these unwritten rules on your next trip.
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Glacier National Park has some of the most stunning trails, gorgeous views, and incredible wildlife in North America. Here's what rangers want you to know.
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This peaceful Illinois recreation area offers a sprawling human-made reservoir, abundant wildlife, boating, fishing, and camping among lovely scenery.
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A family-friendly outdoor adventure awaits on the calm waters of a Pennsylvania lake, where you'll find abundant wildlife and a short hike to a historic spot.
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In this Missouri state park, towering trees rise above misty wetlands, a peaceful boardwalk leads through swampy scenery, and unusual birds and wildlife await.
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This charming English town in North Yorkshire is a hidden gem with pretty hiking trails through moorlands and plenty of pubs where you can sample local fare.
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