This bucolic Canadian gem boasts small-town charm with its historical Main Street, unique grain elevators, local antique shops, and down-home eateries.
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This Wisconsin state park combines wooded walks and remnants of ancient glaciers with quiet paddles, shoreline fishing, and rustic nights at a small campground.
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For the majesty of Lake Tahoe and Big Bear without the masses of crowds, tackle the challenging hike to this spectacular mountain lake in California.
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You don't have to travel far from the Twin Cities to find a Minnesota river park that combines a gorgeous waterfall with haunting ruins.
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For a nature escape that is an hour from St. Louis but feels worlds away, visit this conservation area with primitive camping, miles of trails, and fishing.
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This Pennsylvania state park offers wooded paths, rocky climbs, and valley panoramas, with old charcoal hearths and a century-old mansion adding another layer.
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For an underrated lake getaway near Charlotte, head to this man-made reservoir to hit the forested, lakeside trails or get out on the water to paddle or fish.
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Characterized by medieval villages and world-class beaches, this picturesque destination on England's North Sea coast gets nearly 3 million annual visitors.
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This Southern English gem hosts its High Street market twice a week and offers plenty of shops and charming trails to keep you busy on other days.
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This California greenspace offers concerts beneath the trees, an easy woodland loop, recreation courts, and lakeside walks, with room for a leisurely picnic.
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The West Virginia area is popular with hikers looking to really get away from it all, with trails criss-crossing forested mountains and valleys.
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For a great nature escape between Des Moines and Omaha, head to this state park with a glacial lake, scenic camping, fishing, hiking, and snowshoeing.
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This California woodland retreat offers towering trees and shaded creeks, hillside hikes, a gentle pond loop, and wildlife watching opportunities.
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Spend your retirement years soaking up four seasons while hitting the casino, taking strolls along the river, and visiting animal sanctuaries in this county.
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If you're visiting Hawaii's Big Island and aren't sure where to start, consider these local-approved spots, from a beach for snorkeling to a historical park.
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This postcard-worthy village is tucked amid sweeping valleys cradled by rugged peaks, with charming centuries-old architecture and romantic castles.
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For a mid-sized Midwest city break, visitors can enjoy an afternoon of antiquing, riverside trails, and delicious eateries at this Ohio destination.
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This Northwest England borough was once a stronghold of the Industrial Revolution and highlights a historic textile mill turned museum and sculpture trail.
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This vast sea-like reservoir is surrounded by the low-lying Thuringian Slate Mountains, with abundant fishing waters and over 50 miles of surrounding trails.
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This Kansas river town offers antique shops, vintage architecture, and a railway museum, with long-distance paths stretching into the surrounding countryside.
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The U.S. National Parks System provides a wide range of activity for all ages, but some parks present a bit of a challenge for children and seniors.
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Dust off your hiking boots and head out into the wilderness on this gorgeous mountain trail in Nevada, with some stunning views on the way.
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Along Luxembourg’s border with Germany, you’ll find a quaint medieval town with one of the country’s most beautiful castles, trails, and museums.
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Looking for a short escape not too far from the city? This riverside park features an easy hike, places to enjoy the water, and lots of nature to explore.
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Surrounded by the Santa Susana Mountains, this historic property served as the backdrop of over 3,000 productions, including some Hollywood classics.
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This burgeoning Seattle suburb is a boon for nature adventures, fringed by forests and protected wilderness areas brimming with lakes, rivers, and rapids.
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This peaceful town in the Canadian Maritimes is tucked away on a remote island and offers outdoor activities and a local museum with over 5,000 artifacts.
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