This state is proving that even modern cities with growing populations can enjoy top-rated air quality, healthy lifestyles, and unspoiled nature within reach.
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Yellowstone's popularity also has one drawback — too many people. Instead, this Missouri state park offers roaming bison, camping, and less-crowded trails.
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Missouri's rolling hills hide a welcoming small city where parks, local flavor, and easy access to outdoor adventures make for an easy weekend escape.
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This under-the-radar state park in Montana was the state's first International Dark Sky Sanctuary and is best explored via its pretty trails.
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You needn't venture far from Dallas, Texas, to experience a serene state park with several campsites and a large lake that offers great fishing and paddling.
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Kansas' windiest lake has become a favorite for outdoor recreation, where steady conditions and diverse activities keep visitors coming back year after year.
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South Carolina is full of history, including this plantation that offers tours of its historic buildings and grounds, along with educational exhibits.
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This pristine recreation area near Detroit offers camping, hiking trails, and water sports, covering 3,000 acres of Michigan wilderness you can explore.
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Beyond the better-known Ozarks destinations, southeastern Kansas offers a peaceful outdoor retreat with hiking, camping, boating, fishing, and lakeside views.
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This scenic Texas county offers mountain vistas, welcoming communities, wide-open landscapes, and unforgettable outdoor adventures perfect for retirees.
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Escape the city without straying too far from civilization at the only urban park in Kansas, which boasts free, scenic trails and water recreation.
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For an accessible entry into Yosemite backpacking and hiking that comes with some stunning views, make plans to tackle this fabulous lake trail.
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This remote archipelago may take some effort to get to, but you'll be rewarded with whales and sea lions, plus hundreds of rocky islands to explore.
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Popular places are often popular for a reason, but that doesn't mean they're your only option -- Florida's lesser-known spring is a great example.
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Head to this year-round lakeside haven near Stockton, Kansas, for the chance to spot deer, hike through vast prairies, and angle for rainbow trout.
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You won't have to travel far from the Kansas-Nebraska border to access a lively state park rife with camping options and opportunities for aquatic adventure.
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The Ozark Mountains are home to a lot of beautiful spots, and this Arkansas town will give you access to multiple parks, including Devil's Den.
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Looking for the ultimate remote getaway? This expansive, isolated state park in Alaska offers wilderness camping, fishing, beautiful lakes, and endless beauty.
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In the heart of Kansas lies a surprisingly diverse state park where sand dunes, campgrounds, hiking trails, and abundant birdlife create an outdoor escape.
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If you're looking for a campsite with the best views in Yosemite, travelers have weighed in, and you might be surprised which campground they're picking.
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The Bay Area is a diverse location with plenty to see, and it's a wonderful hub for outdoor adventures and for exploring the Central California coastline.
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From drones and bear spray to feeding wildlife and blocking roads, here are the things that could get you banned from U.S. national parks.
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Yellowstone is one of the most popular national parks in the United States, but it's park rangers go far beyond the boundaries that most people see.
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Discover some of the most picturesque gems on one of the country's prettiest shorelines. This list of top picks will steer you toward unforgettable landscapes.
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Lake Erie is the place to be if you want to visit Michigan’s only state park along the lake. It’s a bird lovers dream with more than 250 documented species.
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Lake Erie may be a small lake, but it features multiple places to enjoy incredible scenery, biodiverse ecosystems, and family friendly beaches and campgrounds.
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The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is great, but if you want a different view more to yourself (or maybe a bike ride on a scenic trail), you need to head north,
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