This Kentucky state park is a lakeside retreat with a beach, primitive camping, boating, fishing, wooded trails, waterfalls, and plenty of outdoor adventures.
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Whether you're looking to hike along babbling creeks or explore historic structures, these are the most beautiful drives in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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As one of the first state parks in Indiana, Turkey Run boasts idyllic walks through gulches and forests, and these are the best routes to explore.
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This enormous park was created in 2019 to protect swaths of medieval forests and rare wildlife, and is criss-crossed with hundreds of miles of trails.
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This spot offers a NOLA stay unlike any place else, with cabin rentals that float on the bayou while alligators swim around, and a welcoming campground.
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Just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of ATL sits a delightful state park with gorgeous lakes and camping as it was meant to be.
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New England is home to some of the most beautiful woods in the country, and one state forest sandwiched between Boston and Rhode Island is a can't-miss spot.
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Get away from it all with the ultimate lakeside retreat at this Missouri state park, featuring full-featured campsites, fishing, boating, hiking, and much more.
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Crater Lake National Park has a lot of beautiful mountain views for guests to take in, and you can see a lot of them on this drive around the park.
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This provincial park has a quiet, undiscovered hiking trail and wilderness camping options, with lakeside tent pads and sweeping views of the valley below.
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For coastal living during retirement, without the crowds and prices of Boston, consider one of these smaller New England towns that punch above their weight.
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This lively Missouri getaway offers heart-pounding amusement rides, wooded trails, river scenery, nostalgic roadside landmarks, and plenty of classic Americana.
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Tulsa, Oklahoma, and its surrounding areas offer an impressive mix of leafy retreats, riverfront paths, wildlife-rich preserves, and recreation areas.
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Straddling Vilas, Oneida, and Iron counties, this Wisconsin outdoor oasis offers something for everyone, from fishing and boating to hiking, camping, and more.
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This 1,700-acre swath of wilderness is one of the oldest state forests in Massachusetts, home to the state's third-highest peak east of the Connecticut River.
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Explore Death Valley National Park with ranger-backed tips for making the most of its extreme desert landscapes, dark skies, and unforgettable scenery.
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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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While there's a lot to see and do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there are precautions you should take. These spots in particular pose dangers.
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Located in the Oklahoma Ozarks, this outdoorsy town has a 1,600-acre lake ideal for paddling and fishing, with impressive campsites nearby.
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Unfortunately, tick-borne diseases are on the rise. There are a number of precautions that can keep you safe, like being on high alert in these spots.
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Enjoy a day out on the water boating or fishing, learn about local history at a state park museum, and enjoy lakeside dining in this small Wisconsin city.
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Lakefront luxury and outdoor adventure are yours to experience at this resort in the Poconos Mountains, surrounded by forests and natural beauty.
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With top-rated infrastructure, access to nature, and a safe environment, this U.S. destination was named the country's most efficiently operated city.
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This historic gem in Arizona offers a fascinating glimpse into frontier life through architecture, exhibits, and stories spanning the Old West to World War II.
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Near Lake Superior, this underrated Minnesota getaway offers hiking, fishing, waterfalls, rugged cliffs, camping, and easy access along the North Shore.
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This serene state park between Chicago and Peoria is the perfect place to stop and fish, picnic, or launch a boat and enjoy views of the Illinois River.
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If you love exploring history and spending time outside hiking, don't miss one of Maryland's newest state parks, created to honor African American history.
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