9 Charming Towns In North America That Are Hidden Inside National Parks
From remote communities inaccessible by road to thriving towns with thousands of residents, you'd be surprised how many people actually live in national parks.
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Less Than An Hour From Green Bay Is Wisconsin's Outdoor Escape With A Nature Center And Scenic Trails
This expansive wildlife area is great for wildlife and bird watching, particularly during the spring and fall when thousands of sandhill cranes visit.
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Texas' In-The-Works Park Near Mexico's Border Is Anticipated To Be A Total Remote Desert Mountain Paradise
The state is currently finalizing the park's public use plan, which is expected to include miles of hiking trails, camping, and excellent stargazing.
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The Nevada 'Star Train' Near Great Basin National Park Is A Unique Way To See The Lower 48's Darkest Night Skies
For stargazing in one of the darkest spots in the country, hop aboard this 2.5-hour train ride across Nevada, accompanied by expert "Dark Rangers."
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America's 10 Geysers That Are Best-Kept Secrets From Tourists
There are more geysers than just Old Faithful. You've likely never even heard of most of them. These geysers are well worth viewing -- and have fewer crowds.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park's Largest Artificial Lake Is An Ohio Gem With Wetland Trails, Fishing, And Wildlife
This 12-acre lake in Cuyahoga Valley National Park was created in the 1930s and has since become a destination for fishing, hiking, and wildlife spotting.
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Two Hours From Boston Is New Hampshire's State Forest With Scenic Trails And Mountain Views
This New Hampshire state forest with mountain and lake panoramas has scenic trails to an old stone hut which draw hikers from Boston and beyond.
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One Of The Cleanest Lakes In Germany Is A Quiet Bavarian Paradise Surrounded By Scenic Mountains
Tucked in the Bavarian Alps in the southeast corner of Germany, this crystal-clear lake has been a go-to getaway destination for generations.
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Goodbye Rocky Mountain, So Long Golden Gate: This Colorado Mesa Bursts With Lakes, Outdoor Fun, And Less Crowds
This area doesn't leap to mind unless you know it, but its grand vistas, year-round activity options, and outstanding campgrounds make it the perfect getaway.
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The 10 Most Breathtaking Sightseeing Spots In Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming is a gorgeous mix of big skies, towering mountains, and breathtaking trails. Here are the best spots to see it all.
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Under 2 Hours From Philly Is New Jersey's Once-Thriving Agricultural Village That's Now Part Of A Scenic State Park
Less than two hours from Philadelphia, this former New Jersey company town is now part of a state park with cranberry bogs, scenic trails, and a ghost town.
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Louisiana's Enchanting Lake State Park Is A Woodland Wonder With Camping, Fishing, And Trails Near Shreveport
Enjoy a serene state park where you can stroll through mossy oaks, camp in mystical woods, or fish in an enchanting lake in Louisiana.
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Minnesota's Premier State Park Under An Hour From Sioux Falls Is A Lake Paradise To Camp, Fish, And Boat
Home to one of the only lakes in this corner of The North Star State, locals flock to this state park for endless outdoor fun in every season.
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This State Park Outside Charleston Is South Carolina's Scenic Escape For Swimming, Fishing, And Boating
Cast a line, take a dip, paddle along a serene river, or spend the night beneath the stars, all without having to go far from South Carolina's city life.
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The World's Largest Beaver Dam Is Tucked Away In Canada's Largest National Park
The largest beaver dam in the world, roughly double the length of the Empire State Building, is a feat of nature that's best seen from the skies.
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This Georgia State Park With Wetland Trails, Fishing, And Dark Skies Is Undergoing More Than Just A Name Change
A newly renamed Georgia state park is getting major upgrades while preserving its wetland trails, paddling, fishing, wildlife, and famously dark night skies.
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Under An Hour From Rehoboth Beach Is Delaware's Largest State Forest With Fishing And Scenic Nature Trails
Walk along a scenic nature trail or enjoy a serene day of fishing at the biggest state forest in Delaware, just a short drive from Rehoboth Beach.
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England's First National Trail Is A Nearly 270-Mile Hike Through Mountains, Moorlands, And 3 National Parks
The first national trail in England showcases some of the country’s most iconic natural scenery, passing peaks rising out of rugged moorlands.
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Hidden In The UK's Largest National Park Is A Small Town With Highland Trails, Tasty Eats, And Fishing
This welcoming Scottish town offers pinewood trails, riverside adventures, abundant wildlife, renowned fishing, hearty local food, and plenty of whisky.
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The Gateway To Algonquin Park Is Ontario's Breathtaking Madawaska Valley Escape Surrounded By Dazzling Lakes
Escape into Ontario's nature on foot, car, or motorcycle, and experience its beautiful lakes and stunning views during the day, or stop and stay overnight.
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Spain's Largest National Park Is An Underrated Mediterranean Gem With Ethereal Blue Waters And Underwater Forests
To enjoy turquoise waters and underwater marine forests, secure a permit to visit Spain’s largest national park on a pristine Mediterranean island.
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Montana's Underrated Lake State Park In Flathead Valley Has Camping, Fishing, Swimming, And Nature Walks
This state park unit offers access to the largest natural freshwater lake in the West, which is amazingly clear and clean for swimming, plus camping and hiking.
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Between Green Bay And Rochester Is Wisconsin's State Park With Camping, Hiking, And Water Activities
This sprawling Wisconsin state park invites visitors to camp beneath the trees, follow easy trails, paddle through wetlands, and fish along the shoreline.
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Florida's Gulf Coast Nature Escape Has Trails, Fishing, And Paddle Boating An Hour From Tallahassee
This area has dozens of miles of coastline in one of the most remote and wild regions in the state, with multi-day paddling trails, rivers, and hiking trails.
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Nestled In Northern Wyoming Is An Archaeological Site With Ancient Native American Rock Art And Outdoor Recreation
This remarkable landscape in Wyoming preserves thousands of years of Indigenous history alongside ancient rock art, wildlife, camping, fishing, and more.
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'The Gateway To Wales' Is A Charming Medieval Town With Tasty Eats, National Park Proximity, And Mountain Views
This delightful medieval town near the border with England is known as much for fantastic food as for its history, mountain walks, and scenery.
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This Charming Welsh Village Inside A National Park Is A Gem With Coastal Vibes, Fresh Seafood, And Camping
If you've long dreamt of exploring a gorgeous Welsh village within the boundaries of a spectacular coastal national park, this is the place for you.
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