There's no reason for Lake Tahoe to steal the spotlight. There are other beautiful lakes in the same basin, like one you can only get to via mountain hike.
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This Vermont state park has room for beach outings, paddles, and shoreline walks, plus picnic facilities, a playground, and four courts for pickleball fans.
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This unique state forest near La Crosse offers Driftless Area landscapes, habitats like goat prairies, and trails for hiking and nordic skiing.
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This Louisiana city is the perfect intersection of foodie destination and wilderness haven, for travelers who crave Southern comfort food and stunning wildlife.
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While these hikes all lead to epic views around Lake Tahoe, they're also five of the most dangerous trails you can traverse in this neck of the Sierra Nevada.
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Just 35 minutes from Fort Wayne, this affordable Midwest getaway charms visitors with a walkable downtown, historic architecture, scenic gardens, and trails.
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England is home to plenty of beautiful forests, but the country only has one true mountain forest, which enjoys high elevation trails and national park status.
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This scenic Ohio city offers vintage collectibles, quilting supplies, and children's boutiques, alongside wetland walks and seasonal water play on a splash pad.
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With welcoming locals, a wealth of green space, and a treasure trove of antique shops, this city is a veritable retreat just outside of Birmingham.
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Head to this Georgia town to visit a Civil War battlefield, walk in the footsteps of Union soldiers, and hop aboard a historic train for a countryside ride.
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Discover why Gen Xers are moving from St. Louis to Denver, where abundant sunshine, outdoor adventures, and an active lifestyle offer a change of scenery.
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If you're hoping to enjoy some calm Southern hospitality near a lake, this scenic destination between Birmingham and Atlanta has great food and good views.
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This county in west-central Missouri has multiple charming small towns, two of the state's largest artificial lakes, hiking and camping spots, and more.
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This state now holds the record for the deepest limestone cave in the U.S. after a dangerous and nerve-wracking dive, thanks to the dedication of its explorers.
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With its walkable downtown, tasty local eats, and a giant park playground, this Nebraskan city offers all kinds of family-friendly excitement.
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For anyone looking to enjoy beautiful, lakeside scenery along with plenty of outdoor fun in Europe, Belgium has a large lake complex worth visiting.
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Take the whole family on an adventure and explore a historic town with some of the oldest diners and local farms, then visit the many nearby parks and lake.
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Take a stroll through beautiful mangroves, watch fish and birds, explore gorgeous beaches, and more, all at this national park located on Grand Bahama Island.
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A postcard-worthy blend of thatched roof cottages, fishing boats, and crescent-shaped sandy shoreline, this village is nothing short of idyllic.
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Fed by melting ice and snow from the surrounding mountains, this hike-in lake paradise is a secluded and equally scenic alternative to Big Bear.
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This Kansas city offers an unexpected mix of waterfall walks, woodland paths, and a former prison alongside picnic spots and a restored railway depot.
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With a botanic garden, museum, aquarium, and islands home to sea turtles, birds, and beaches, why wouldn’t you retire to this affordable county in Texas?
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This lake destination in Southern Oregon is a peaceful haven at the base of Mount McLoughlin that's an ideal escape for those who love the outdoors.
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If you're looking for a serene lakeside getaway just outside of Detroit, this Michigan lake is a great fit with boating, fishing, camping, and beaches.
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Topped by castle ruins, this market town in Cornwall has a historic church, bakery, and shops -- and it’s on the doorstep of Tamar Valley and Bodmin Moor.
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This region of the Emerald Isle possesses a unique blend of pastoral charm, inviting small towns, and coastal-feeling adventures on the many connected waterways.
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Apart from the Great Lakes, Michigan is home to a number of other popular lake destinations. If you're looking for something lowkey, this is the lake for you.
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