Ever caught a train to Middle-Earth? This iconic European hiking destination offers visitors endless trails — and all you need to reach them is a rail ticket.
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This Michigan city offers small-town charm without skimping on family-friendly attractions, outdoor fun, and cozy places to spend the night.
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This trail in Point Reyes, California, will take through fields of wildflowers along the shore. It's not a hard walk, but it is a scenic one.
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Avoid crowds in Phoenix and Sedona by planning a trip to this under-the-radar campground to enjoy idyllic forest landscapes and creek adventures.
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In this small Ohio town, you can connect with the outdoors as you traverse numerous trails, enjoy historic bridges, and get a glimpse of Amish life.
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This scenic lakeside destination in Ohio offers swimming beaches, fishing spots, wooded hiking trails, marina access, and a large campground.
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This scenic lakeside park in Alabama offers forest hiking trails, waterfront camping, boating opportunities, and one of the state's largest campgrounds.
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Tourists flock to Utah for its gorgeous landscapes and hot springs, and you can get the best of both on these hikes that take you right to the water.
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If you're looking for great bass fishing in Florida, visit this lake 25 miles from Tampa. Whether from the shore or a boat, your experience should be ideal.
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A good lake makes for a good beach day, and buried within central Massachusetts lies one such gem amid state park scenery and peaceful hiking trails.
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There is plenty of gorgeous scenery to view in Massachusetts, but once you lay your eyes on this former quarry, it will reach the top of your itinerary.
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Washington has a reputation for its beautiful trees and gorgeous lakes, but that doesn't make this incredible park any less mesmerizing to behold.
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An hour outside of Columbus lies a small community full of nature spots, from a state park with a swimming beach to a golf club with expansive greens.
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A state park can be a great escape from it all, but sometimes the popular parks get too busy. However, this spot in Ohio is a well-kept secret among locals.
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The Sunshine Coast in Canada is home to this friendly city which is a perfect haven for outdoor activities, including beautiful hiking trails and waterways.
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If you love soda, big community events, or nature walks, you should stop by this small Illinois town between Chicago and Indianapolis.
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The now-closed drive-through safari in New Jersey has been reborn into a state park that you won't want to miss if you love biking, hiking, and scenic outlooks.
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Rocky Mountain towns have no shortage of gorgeous scenery and outdoor adventure, but these towns are also great for a leisurely stroll or afternoon downtown.
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Why settle for a town that just has gorgeous surroundings or excellent spots for camping when this scenic little burg has both of them in spades?
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Slot canyons are popular for being excellent places to hike as well as spots for incredible photo opportunities, and Arizona is full of stunning canyons.
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Right on the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey is the deepest artificial lake in the state, and it's a peaceful getaway for fishing, kayaking, and more.
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These hike-in lodges offer stunning mountain views, rustic charm, and unique stays worth the trek, from Colorado huts to Smoky Mountain retreats.
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This trail near Lake Tahoe offers views of colorful wildflowers in bloom, volcanic crags, mountain peaks, and the lake itself in just a few miles.
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Besides being the oldest lake in North America, this body of water is a haven for beaches, upscale communities, water sports, sunset views, and delicious eats.
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In Nebraska, this scenic state park offers blufftop river views, prairie hiking trails, peaceful campgrounds, and excellent fishing opportunities.
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Colorado is legendary for its mountain views, and if you want to head to a spot with great views but fewer crowds, this is the state park for you.
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This underrated state park, featuring a serene 117-acre lake at its center, is an easy day trip from both Pittsburgh and Columbus.
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