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  • Stephens' Falls in Governor Dodge State Park in autumn
    By Neha Maheshwari 13 hours ago

    Between Wisconsin Dells And Dubuque Is A State Park With Lake Beaches, Trails, And A Waterfall

    If you are looking for a lake vacation, there is a great state park between Wisconsin Dells and Dubuque. It has beaches, hiking trails, and a waterfall.

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  • Cabin in Winfield, Colorado
    By Kristin Conard 16 hours ago

    Colorado's Once-Thriving Mining Town Is Now An Abandoned Mountain Gem Surrounded By Forest Beauty

    If you're looking for primitive camping, serene beauty, and a bit of history all rolled in one, you won't want to miss this abandoned Colorado mining town.

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  • Rathbun Lake in morning sunshine
    By Madeleine Bee 16 hours ago

    Iowa's Second-Largest Lake Is A State Park Beauty With Hiking Trails And Charming Beaches

    Iowa may not be near a coast, but it has plenty of lakes. The second-largest of these is in a state park with plenty of outdoor fun available.

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  • A trail within Wingate Creek State Park
    By Kareem Gantt 1 day ago

    Between Tampa And Fort Myers Is Florida's Underrated State Park For Hiking And Wildlife Watching

    If you want to check out some truly unique wildlife, you can head to this Florda state park and see gopher tortoises, Florida rosemary, and more.

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  • Entrance kiosk at Snake Rocks Preserve trailhead in Woodstock, New York
    By Hillary Louise Johnson 1 day ago

    New York's Once-Thriving Quarry Is Now A Scenic Nature Preserve With Mountain Views And Hiking Trails

    The Catskill Mountains are one of New York's most delightful destinations, but all that beautiful nature hides a surprising industrial history.

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  • Landscape photo of Lake Panasoffkee Wildlife Management Area in Florida.
    By C. M. Ramsburg 2 days ago

    Between Tampa And Gainesville Is Florida's Lakeside Wildlife Refuge With Trails And Fishing

    This wildlife refuge in Florida gives visitors the chance to spot a variety of animal species while traversing forest trails, boating, fishing, and hunting.

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  • Rainstorm over winter landscape at Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge Complex
    By Stephen Hanson 2 days ago

    Nestled On The California-Oregon Border, The Cascades' 'Everglades Of The West' Is A Birdwatching Haven

    On the California-Oregon border, this large wetland region offers birdwatching along the Pacific Flyway, marsh and forest habitats, and bald eagle sightings.

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  • Trees lining the shore of a lake at William A. Switzer Provincial Park in Alberta
    By Maja Proescholdt 2 days ago

    Canada's Underrated Provincial Park In Alberta Has Uncrowded Lakes, Mountain Views, And Abundant Wildlife

    Skip the crowds in Jasper and Banff National Park in favor of Alberta's hidden-gem preserves, like this protected park that showcases stunning scenery.

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  • The Twin Bridges, Chutes Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada
    By Megi Canco 3 days ago

    Canada's Provincial Park In Ontario Has Scenic Waterfalls With Fishing, Trails, And Camping

    If you're looking for scenic hikes, Canada has a lot to offer, such as this provincial park in Ontario where you can see a variety of waterfalls on the trails.

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  • The lake at Meridian State Park in Texas
    By Jonathan Houston 3 days ago

    Between Fort Worth And Austin Is Texas' Picturesque State Park With Fishing, Hiking, And Kayaking

    The Lone Star State is a spectacular place to explore, and this gorgeous state park in the heart of Texas is well worth going out of your way to enjoy.

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  • Shoreline at Bon Echo provincial park Ontario Canada
    By Kristy Ambrose 3 days ago

    Nestled Between Ottawa And Toronto Is Canada's Scenic Provincial Park For Hiking, Camping, And Lake Fun

    If you're in Ontario and are looking for some lake fun, you can head to this provincial park, which also features clifftop hiking and camping by the water.

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  • Hellhole Canyon County Preserve in California
    By Audrey Simons 3 days ago

    Between San Diego And San Bernardino Is California's Unusually-Named Park With Miles Of Trails

    Enjoy miles of challenging treks within California’s desert landscape at this natural park with an unusual name in San Diego county.

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  • Water running through trees in Alderman's Ford Conservation Park.
    By C. M. Ramsburg 4 days ago

    Under An Hour From Tampa Is Florida's Dog-Friendly Nature Park With Trails, Fishing, And Paddling

    This Central Florida conservation park boasts plentiful wildlife, a river for paddling and fishing, easy (and dog-friendly) trails, and primitive camping.

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  • Forest trees on the edge of the river at Victoria Bryant State Park in Royston, Georgia
    By Sam Scott 4 days ago

    Between Charlotte And Atlanta Is Georgia's Friendly City With State Park Fun And A Charming Downtown

    Home to just 3,000 people, this small Georgia city offers visitors a rustic downtown with shops and eateries, plus nearby nature spots to explore.

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  • The colorful waters of Grand Prismatic hot spring
    By Rosheda Stephenson 4 days ago

    Unwritten Rules You Should Know Before Visiting Yellowstone National Park

    Yellowstone rewards the prepared. With a few tips and measures, you can keep your trip smooth, safe, and far from the tourist chaos.

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  • View of a lake and surrounding greenery at the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge in Cheney, Washington State, Spokane County
    By Stephen Hanson 5 days ago

    Outside Spokane Is Washington's Scenic Wildlife Refuge With Trails, Birding, And Wildflowers

    In eastern Washington, this wildlife refuge features wetlands, ponderosa pine forests, hiking trails, wildflowers, and excellent birdwatching opportunities.

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  • The Bull River surrounded by trees and mountains near Troy, Montana
    By Jonathan Houston 5 days ago

    Sandwiched Between The Kaniksu And Kootenai National Forests Is Montana's Mountain City For Outdoor Fun

    Soak up the great outdoors in this remote enclave in "Big Sky Country" with delicious restaurants, riverside parks, and close proximity to pristine wilderness.

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  • Wooden bald eagle on nest at Cedar Point Environmental Park playground
    By Brandy Jo Hastings 5 days ago

    Florida's Free Nature Park Sandwiched Between Sarasota And Fort Myers Has Hiking Trails, Wildlife, And Family Fun

    This quiet park sits on Lemon Bay, offering bird-filled woodlands and several places to wade in the shallow water and cool off while watching for dolphins.

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  • Pond with water lilies in Dunns Creek State Park, Florida
    By Sam Scott 5 days ago

    Nestled Between Orlando And Jacksonville Is Florida's Stunning State Park For Paddling And Trails

    This Florida park offers paddling along a scenic creek, shaded trails through cypress forests, abundant wildlife, fishing spots, and quiet picnic areas.

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  • Lake Superior during sunrise
    By Ian Jackson 5 days ago

    The 9 Coldest Lakes In America Worth Visiting

    These U.S. lakes are very cold but worth visiting. From New York to Oregon to Minnesota, these lakes offer lots to do, like swimming, fishing, and hiking.

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  • Rainbow over the fairway at Kyber Run Golf Course in Johnstown, Ohio, with lush greens and trees beneath a clearing sky
    By Anahid Akkam 5 days ago

    Just Outside Columbus Is A Charming Ohio City With Golf, Trails, And A Quaint Downtown

    This small city in Ohio features a historic downtown square, local shops and eateries, nearby golf courses, wooded nature trails, and a scenic biking route.

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  • Aerial view of East Fork State Park and Harsha Lake
    By Jean Chen Smith 5 days ago

    Ohio's Second-Deepest Lake Is A State Park Gem Outside Cincinnati With Biking Trails, Camping, And Fishing

    Ohio's state parks provide guests with a variety of activities, and this large park near Cincinnati features miles of trails and a big lake to have fun on.

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  • photo of Squires Lake Park
    By Sarah Joseph 5 days ago

    Sandwiched Between Vancouver And Seattle Is Washington's Underrated Park For Scenic Lake Fishing And Hiking

    If you are looking for a quiet park in the Washington state area, this under-the-radar spot offers fishing and hiking opportunities galore.

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  • An aerial view of Berwyn showing railroad tracks, cars on streets, and low buildings
    By Kaylee Giacomini 6 days ago

    Pennsylvania's Walkable Philadelphia Main Line Town Is A Charming Suburb With Breweries And Nearby Trails

    Just one train ride away from Philadelphia is a family-friendly suburb offering outdoor recreation, a variety of restaurants, and a local arts scene.

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  • Lake and coastal forest at Point Washington State Forest in Florida
    By Melanie Johnson 6 days ago

    Between Destin And Panama City Is Florida's Coastal Panhandle State Forest With Hiking And Wildlife

    Just where you'd least expect it, this state forest is a stone's throw from some of the Panhandle's most popular beaches and features countless hiking options.

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  • Driftwood with the lake and greenery in the background at Lake Easton State Park, Washington
    By Stephen Hanson 6 days ago

    Between Seattle And Ellensburg Is Washington's Breathtaking State Park For Lake Fun, Camping, And Biking

    In Washington's Cascade foothills, this mountain lake state park offers shoreline camping, trout fishing, a swimming beach, and rail-to-trail biking routes.

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  • The Big Morongo Canyon Preserve with mountain backdrop
    By Kelley Dukat 6 days ago

    Between Palm Springs And Joshua Tree Is California's Nature Preserve With Trails, Lovely Birds, And Mountain Views

    Palm Springs and Joshua Tree are two of California's iconic destinations, and you can find a nature preserve full of trails, mountains, and birds between them.

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