To enjoy the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains away from the national park crowds, head to this lake escape with mountain views, hiking, and camping.
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There's a camping and hiking paradise located just an hour or so from Baltimore, and while it's a stunner year-round, you can't miss it when autumn starts.
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This epic trail in Canada is actually hundreds of trails rolled into one, crossing wildly diverse landscapes in every province and connecting three oceans.
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One hike on the border of New Jersey and New York is part of the Appalachian Trail and yields one of New Jersey's most beautiful viewpoints.
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This East Coast destination is Samantha Brown's top pick for a fall getaway, thanks to its 50,000 acres of land filled with foliage and breathtaking sights.
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This Mojave Desert trail may be short, but its slot canyons, strange formations, and a ring-assisted climb make it one of California's most unique hikes.
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For a lakeside escape full of scenic trails, head to this charming Seattle suburb in the foothills of the Cascades that also has a farmer's market and food.
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This rugged Adirondack trail climbs high peaks and rocky ridges, offering stunning views for hikers willing to take on one of the toughest routes in the U.S.
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To see great fall foliage, you don't have to travel all the way to New England, instead, check out this charming Missouri city that becomes a symphony of color.
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Enjoy beautiful fall foliage away from the crowds and one of the Adirondacks' best thru-hikes along this 135-mile trail that stretches across New York State.
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Only 27 miles away from NYC, you'll find this New Jersey township that's home to many green spaces, forest trails, and a farm with a historic 200-year old barn.
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Not to be mistaken with the Nordic country, this Maine town is home to many local stores, quaint streets, old pines, and opportunities for lakeside adventures.
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This U.S. national park, filled with rich wildlife and foliage, comes alive in the fall season and is one of Samantha Brown's favorite places for leaf peeping.
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One secluded state park near Austin, Texas, offers a lakeside getaway with hiking trails, campsites, peaceful boating and swimming, and fishing opportunities.
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This California town may be small, but it packs a punch with unique forests, diving and paddling spots, and charming inns that suit all kinds of travelers.
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This New England destination is synonymous with stunning fall foliage, and you can also partake in outdoor activities and festivals while visiting.
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On the shores of Lake Michigan, a golden stretch of sand with clear water and tall dunes offers families a peaceful spot to swim, paddle, and relax.
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Exploring Cherokee National Forest is a large undertaking. However, using this hidden Tennessee community as a home base is a great way to start.
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There is more to Kansas than you might think, especially with natural beauty, and this pristine "Prairie Trail" with wild bison is a great place to start.
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When planning a trip to Mount Rainier, stay just outside the national park in this secret Sasquatch-themed town with trains, horseback riding, and forests.
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For a picturesque fall destination that is surrounded by brilliant forests and has the vibe of a Bavarian village, head to this festival-rich Washington town.
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Hike to this amazing sandstone arch in northern Arizona for incredible panoramic views of the desert with bright blue Lake Powell on the horizon.
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This U.S. national park is known for its local bear population, and some visitors have been caught feeding the animals. Here's why that's a bad idea.
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This underrated hiking spot off the Pacific Coast Highway is one of picturesque views and sweeping flora environments.
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In North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, a little-known peak offers stunning panoramas, scenic hikes, and craggy ridges that attract adventurous climbers.
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Explore an outdoor wonderland in Connecticut that offers cliffs for rock climbing, ponds for swimming, nearby options for camping, and trails for hiking.
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Surprisingly, the U.S. state with the most named mountain ranges in America is not Colorado, not Alaska, but an unsuspecting little southwestern state.
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