In the Great Smoky Mountains National park, between Knoxville and Columbia, is a scenic hiking loop you can take to see three gorgeous waterfalls.
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Enjoy a lesser-traveled hike with views of jagged mountains reflecting in alpine lake waters, found within Yosemite’s stunning natural landscapes.
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The coasts of the United States feature many abandoned military forts, including this one in New Hampshire that was decommissioned after World War II.
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This peaceful Kansas state park offers refreshing waters, shaded campsites, scenic prairie landscapes, abundant wildlife, and laid-back outdoor adventures.
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While Redwood National Park may have name recognition and iconic trees, you can forget it to visit these nine lesser-known forest getaways instead.
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Yosemite National Park is home to some iconic landmarks, but if you want to check out the park's views with fewer crowds, check out this underrated spot.
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This upscale rustic lodge in Yosemite boasts views of a famous waterfall, and guests get easy access to bike paths and trails through pristine wilderness.
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Whether you're looking for picturesque lighthouses or rainbow-colored cliffs, you'll find them along the beautiful coast of the world's largest freshwater lake.
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This peaceful Texas state park is a lakeside getaway that offers warm waters, scenic campsites, year-round fishing, paddling adventures, and relaxing sunsets.
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Booking a campsite at the always busy Great Smoky Mountains can be tricky, but your odds get better when you look for the biggest option.
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Zion National Park has many scenic overlooks, but some are crowded, others inaccessible. We did the research, and here are the top spots to take in the views.
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One of the best things to do on St. Kitts, this Caribbean National Park is an historic, sprawling stone fortress with hikes and drives to stunning ocean views.
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Maine's Park Loop Road is a bucket list experience in Acadia National Park. However, some drivers are choosing to skip it despite the iconic views. Here's why.
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Although this incredible national park has thousands of geothermal features, you'll need to travel outside the park to find pools that are safe for soaking.
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If you love hiking Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but hate dealing with crowded trails, this smaller, unmarked trail may be just what you are looking for.
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Looking for a Pennsylvania camping getaway? This lakeside retreat offers wooded trails, mountain views, rustic cabins, and family-friendly recreation.
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A beloved California state park is introducing timed reservations, changing how visitors experience one of the country's most treasured outdoor escapes.
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History and nature collide with spectacular results at this impactful and iconic mountain escape not far from Atlanta, Georgia.
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Hike to Yosemite’s rare Indian Rock Arch, a natural granite formation off Tioga Road with North Dome views, alpine camping, and spectacular scenery.
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Sprawling over 150,000 acres and a popular spot to see bears, this stunning body of water in Alaska is the largest lake entirely within a US national park.
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The Great Smoky Mountains feature dozens of scenic views and trails worth experiencing, but dig a little deeper and you'll be treated to a waterfall most miss.
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Escape some of Yosemite’s seemingly never-ending crowds by taking a stroll through a lesser-visited sequoia grove with peaceful giants.
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It's not easy to get here — you'll need your own boat, and the nearest land is over a mile away — but the site is loaded with history and marine life.
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This park has a new name but its primary feature — a wildly popular hiking trail past waterfalls and scenic creeks — has been around for a while.
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Head to this national park in Colorado to discover some of the American West's most interesting animals, from majestic elk to yellow-bellied marmots.
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Good things come in small packages, and that has never been truer than at Indiana's smallest state park, a treasure trove of fossils and discovery.
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If you love spotting cool, rare, or adorable animals, visit one of America's most popular park destinations. Here are some critters to look for while there.
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