Bald eagles fly overhead as good fishing awaits from the banks of this artificial reservoir on the route between Stockton and the San Francisco Bay Area.
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This remarkable landscape in Wyoming preserves thousands of years of Indigenous history alongside ancient rock art, wildlife, camping, fishing, and more.
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This delightful medieval town near the border with England is known as much for fantastic food as for its history, mountain walks, and scenery.
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This peaceful southern reservoir in Italy offers fishing, birdwatching, scenic walks, abundant wildlife, and easy access to timeless countryside villages.
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Swim, fish, or explore a man-made lake, walk a forest trail, or just take a few minutes to take in the beautiful views of this Massachusetts state forest.
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Take a break from the bustle of life in the Bay Area and experience a charming county park with miles of trails, hidden fishing spots, and tucked-away camping.
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Take a moment to explore what nature has to offer at Germany's smallest national park, filled with white chalk cliffs, stunning views, and miles of hiking.
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Sweeping countryside views and mysterious castle ruins can be found in this picture-perfect town located smack-bang in the heart of England.
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Escape the hustle and bustle of Atlanta and find some serious serenity in this gorgeous nature center just a short drive from the metropolis.
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This peaceful Ohio park offers wooded trails, a restored pond, historic features, wildlife watching, and a lively calendar of outdoor programs.
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Small but perfectly formed, the mountain views and winsome covered bridges in this laid-back town in the Green Mountain State are Vermont at its very best.
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This small Wisconsin state park pairs easy riverside trails and prairie scenery with ancient archaeology, Indigenous history, and a fascinating museum.
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Pennsylvania is home to miles of train tracks converted into walking and biking trails, and you can explore ghost towns on this trail outside of Pittsburgh.
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This picturesque town has long captivated visitors to the LDNP with its variety of nature-based activities, top-notch restaurants, and curious shops.
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This high mountain lake is tucked away on a sprawling estate that's home to a Gilded Age mansion and is stocked twice a year with trout and other fish species.
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Wales is arguably the most beautiful of the British nations, and this stunning village has everything from majestic mountains to legends of loyalty.
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This quiet park sits on its namesake lake and features old-growth forest trails with a popular rail-trail that leads to a charming town just a few miles away.
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Just 10 miles from Lake Tahoe is a quieter lake escape offering fishing and camping, but there's a catch: You have to hike 5 miles to find it.
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If Lake Tahoe's crowds or location on the West Coast doesn't suit you, try one of these dupes across the U.S. offering similar views and recreation.
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In Florida's rural "Big Bend" section, you'll find a natural wildlife area fit for adventurous travelers, with unpaved trails, fishing, and a 28-mile river.
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This Maryland historic state park contains a 17th-century manor house with ties to the founding fathers and trails that explore scenic river and wetland views.
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This 200-acre preserve highlights some of Maine's most beautiful geography, including salt marshes, rock coastline, and pine-covered islands.
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For a beautiful outdoor adventure in New Jersey, head to this state forest in the Pine Barrens filled with blueberry bogs, wetland trails, and great fishing.
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Escape Ohio city life and enjoy a serene getaway in a nearby Metropark filled with gorgeous cliff views, fish to catch, and trails winding through nature.
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Just a few minutes from town, visitors can walk to bluff-top trails and secluded sandy coves that are blissfully quiet, depending on the season.
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This out-of-the-way spot on the South Coast offers fantastic whale and sea lion watching, tide pooling, and a few lovely trails with Pacific outlooks.
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Some seriously curious lake names and all manner of outdoor adventures await at this gorgeous state forest found in the aptly named Garden State.
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