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  • Blue water of Ruby Lake surrounded by snowy granite mountain peaks in California
    By Maja Proescholdt 5 hours ago

    California's Stunning Blue Lake With Crystal-Clear Waters And Lovely Mountains Only Takes A Short Hike To Reach

    This stunning blue lake in the expansive California wilderness promises crystal-clear waters and a backdrop of towering mountain peaks after only a short hike.

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  • View of the water at Gibbs Lake Park in Wisconsin, with trees in the background
    By Jean Chen Smith 11 hours ago

    Between Rockford And Madison Is Wisconsin's Scenic Lake Park For Hiking, Boating, And Fishing

    Wisconsin is home to many beautiful lakes, and this one is located in a park where you can hike the trails, take a boat on the water, or just enjoy the view.

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  • The pines and mountain vistas at Hyde Memorial State Park, New Mexico
    By Anahid Akkam 1 day ago

    New Mexico's State Park In Santa Fe Is A Scenic Mountain Getaway With Camping And Trails

    In New Mexico, this scenic mountain state park near the capital offers forested trails, peaceful campsites, and high-altitude views for a refreshing escape.

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  • A family preparing for a trip with an open suitcase on a bed
    By Jenna Busch 2 days ago

    5 Popular Travel Items You Can (And Should) Thrift To Save Cash, According To Reddit

    If travel costs are eating away at your budget, save money by hitting the thrift store for some of your essential travel gear and outdoor accessories.

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  • A small waterfall at the Turkey Creek Hot Springs
    By Jenna Busch 2 days ago

    The 'Most Romantic Hot Springs In The Southwest' Are Sheltered In The Gorgeous New Mexico Wilderness

    This secluded hot springs area in New Mexico offers natural, toasty bathing pools, but you'll need to hike through the wilderness to get there.

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  • Night view of a ski mountaineer's camp, with a glowing tent and a pair of skis visible in the foreground, and the Milky Way galaxy visible in the background.
    By Christine Pickering 2 days ago

    The Scientific Reason Your Dreams May Be Wildly Vivid While Visiting The Colorado Mountains

    If you experience poor sleep and strange dreams when camping in Colorado's mountains, you're not alone. Learn why high-altitude camping is linked to nightmares.

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  • Fountain at Longwood Gardens
    By Jessica Stewart 2 days ago

    5 Of America's Largest Botanical Gardens Are Breathtaking Destinations To Visit

    These massive botanical gardens found in the U.S. will transport you to climates around the world with their variety of flora and greenhouse spaces.

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  • Phoenix midtown skyline with a Saguaro Cactus and other desert scenery in the foreground
    By Stephen Hanson 3 days ago

    Arizona's 5 Best Beginner-Friendly Hiking Trails In Phoenix

    Phoenix, Arizona, offers some wonderful hiking, and if you're looking for some beginner-friendly trails, we've got five of the most scenic and enjoyable.

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  • Wooden walkway through an autumn landscape in Starved Rock State Park
    By Rene Bennett 5 days ago

    Illinois' Starved Rock State Park Is Getting A Big Upgrade In 2026

    The popular Starved Rock State Park near Chicago will see some of its first renovations in three decades throughout 2026, which may impact your upcoming trip.

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  • Monterrey Hills backed by San Gabriel Mountains featuring snowcapped Mount Baldy, Calfiornia
    By Jen Theriault 5 days ago

    Hidden In The Southern California Mountains Are Granite Slot Canyons That Feel Like Zion National Park

    Canyoneering is the sport combining hiking, rappelling, scrambling, and playing in waterfalls — and you can do it all just a few miles from LA.

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  • Pond at Callahan State Park in Framingham, surrounded by trees
    By Jessica Stewart 5 days ago

    Midway Between Boston And Worcester Is Massachusetts' Dog-Friendly State Park With Trails, Fishing, And Skiing

    This Massachusetts state park, not far from Boston, offers a relaxing escape for dog owners as well as hikers, cyclists, anglers, and equestrians.

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  • An aerial view of Conover, North Carolina, at sunset
    By Megi Canco 5 days ago

    North Carolina's Charming Small City Has Urban Convenience With Rural Tranquility Surrounded By Parks

    While this North Carolina city may be small, it offers a convenient base for exploration, with essential amenities plus parks, local restaurants, and shopping.

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  • Hiking trail in Wompatuck State Park in Massachusetts
    By Jenna Busch 6 days ago

    Sandwiched Between Boston And Cape Cod Is Massachusetts' Scenic State Park With Camping, Trails, And Cycling

    Massachusetts has some beautiful landscapes, and this state park near Boston features miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as relaxation by a lake.

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  • Lake at Fort Drum Marsh Conservation Area
    By Adela Reyes 6 days ago

    Sandwiched Between Orlando And West Palm Beach Is Florida's Peaceful Wildlife Area For Fishing And Hiking

    With quiet backcountry waters for fishing and miles of hiking trails past wetlands and over boardwalks, this Florida wildlife area is a peaceful retreat.

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  • A scenic overlook in Laurel Ridge State Park
    By Bridget Gleeson 6 days ago

    Between Pittsburgh And Philly Is Pennsylvania's Under-The-Radar State Park With Trails And Wildlife

    This massive park provides days of hiking options, from easy day outings in pretty woodlands to hardcore, multi-day trekking through the Keystone State.

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  • Water and desert shrubs at Professor Creek near Moab
    By Maja Proescholdt 7 days ago

    Utah's Underrated Red Rock Canyon Waterfall Trail Is Free To Visit And Requires No Permit

    Take a lengthy hike through a narrow canyon for stunning views of a rushing waterfall flowing from towering red rocks — the underrated trek is even free.

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  • Florida's Colt Creek State Park
    By Audrey Simons 7 days ago

    Florida's Wildlife Wonderland Between Orlando And Tampa Has Gorgeous Woodland Trails And Lakes

    If Florida's cities are getting to be a bit much, you can get away from it all at this state park, where you can hike in the woods and relax by the lake.

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  • Aerial view of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania area in the fall
    By Kira Reinke 8 days ago

    Between Pittsburgh And Philly Is A Historic Pennsylvania Borough With Quaint Shops And College-Town Charm

    Pennsylvania is known for its major cities, but it is also full of charming and beautiful boroughs, including this one, where you can shop, hike, and more.

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  • Two dogs walking on a small sand beach along the Cape Fear River at Carolina Beach State Park, NC
    By Teresa Bergen 8 days ago

    North Carolina's Coastal State Park Near Wilmington Is A Serene Escape With Camping, Boating, And Trails

    This park is situated between Atlantic beaches, lively beach towns, and an expansive river, making it a good getaway for nature lovers and boaters.

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  • View of Mark Twain Lake, located in Mark Twain State Park, Missouri
    By Anahid Akkam 8 days ago

    Missouri's Underrated Lake In A Scenic State Park Is Perfect For Camping, Hiking, And Fishing

    In Missouri, this scenic lake set within a sprawling state park offers peaceful waterfront views, wooded hiking trails, and quiet campsites.

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  • Boulder Lake, Payette National Forest
    By David McElhinney 8 days ago

    Nestled In Idaho's Mountains Is A Remote Forest Haven With Gorgeous Lakes, Rivers, And Rugged Wilderness

    This national forest nestled in Idaho's mountains is a sprawling outdoor haven with gorgeous lakes, rivers, deep canyons, and rugged wilderness.

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  • Molten lava near Kilauea in Hawaii on a sunny day
    By Jen Ottolino 8 days ago

    The Best Hawaiian Islands To Visit For Volcano Adventures, According To Reddit

    Whether you're on the hunt for lunar landscapes or hoping to see a real eruption, this list will help you decide which Hawaiian Island to visit for volcanoes.

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  • The central gorge at Grand Gulf Park, Missouri
    By Stephen Hanson 9 days ago

    The Midwest's 'Little Grand Canyon' Is A Breathtaking Hidden Ozark Wonder With Stunning Trails

    In Missouri's Ozarks, this dramatic canyon surprises visitors with limestone cliffs, scenic overlooks, and hiking trails above a collapsed cavern gorge.

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  • Sunset on the Hoquiam River near Hoquiam, Washington
    By Sam Scott 10 days ago

    Washington's Charming Coastal City Has A Vibrant Downtown And Outdoor Adventures

    In Washington, this small coastal city blends a lively historic downtown, waterfront viewpoints, and easy access to outdoor adventures along Grays Harbor.

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  • Trees in the Nicolet National Forest
    By Teresa Bergen 10 days ago

    Wisconsin's Quiet Northern Trail Follows A Historic Railroad Route With Idyllic Views

    Train enthusiasts and outdoors fans alike will want to check out this Wisconsin trail, which offers both railroad history and a peaceful escape.

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  • Mattole Beach California's Lost Coast Trail in the King Mountain Range
    By Hillary Louise Johnson 11 days ago

    A Lesser-Known California Coastal Mountain Range Rivals Big Sur With Heart-Stopping Views

    California is home to stunning views and beautiful beaches, but if you need to get away from the crowds, head to this mountain range on the coast.

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  • Mossy foliage among second-growth redwoods at Navarro River Redwoods State Park, California
    By Anahid Akkam 13 days ago

    Between Santa Rosa And Fort Bragg Is A Redwood State Park With Hiking, Camping, And Fishing

    In California, this scenic state park along the Mendocino Coast features redwood forests, river paddling, coastal camping, and wildlife-filled trails.

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