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  • An aerial view of Rimouski, Quebec, situated along the Rimouski River
    By Tosh Bene 4 hours ago

    Canada's Scenic City In Quebec Is A Top Spot To Retire With Small-Town Charm, Outdoor Fun, And River Views

    This small town, tucked in Quebec's Bas-Saint-Laurence region, is an idyllic place to spend your golden years with plenty of activities for every season.

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  • A wooded trail cuts through the Staten Island Greenbelt.
    By Eva Johnstone 6 hours ago

    Situated On Staten Island Is An Underrated Wildlife Site With Woodland Hiking Trails And Interactive Exhibits

    While you may think of other things, such as the famous ferry, when thinking of Staten Island, New York, it's also filled with parks and wildlife to explore.

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  • Hot springs at Minerva Terrace in Yellowstone National Park
    By Sarah Salisbury 6 hours ago

    This Popular National Park Has The Most Hot Springs (And It's Not Even Hot Springs National Park)

    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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  • Graffiti on the wall of the Decatur Waterworks site
    By Jenna Kelley 7 hours ago

    Georgia's Once-Thriving Waterworks Facility Is Now An Abandoned Beauty With Graffiti-Covered Buildings

    When thinking of a park, you likely don't think of old buildings or graffiti. However, this Georgia destination has turned something old into something new.

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  • Three cyclists relax on their bikes in a rural area on an overcast day
    By Robert Isenberg 8 hours ago

    Goodbye Hiking Trips, This Outdoorsy Travel Trend Is Taking Over Vacations

    If you want to get out into nature on your next vacation but don't care for hiking, consider opting for this activity instead, which is surging in popularity.

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  • The Spruce Flats Falls cascades over the rocks in a secluded part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    By Kirtana Menon 9 hours ago

    Nestled In Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is An Underrated Waterfall Hike For Lovely And Peaceful Scenery

    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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  • A man fishes next to a red raft on the Wallowa River in eastern Oregon
    By Chris Tharp 10 hours ago

    Oregon's Under-The-Radar Campground On The Wallowa River Has Fishing And Rafting With Gorgeous Mountain Views

    Tucked away in northeast Oregon's Wallowa Mountains, this campground offers simple amenities and coveted access to the state's unspoiled wilderness.

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  • The remnants of the quarry at Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve
    By Joe Orovic 12 hours ago

    Ohio's Once-Thriving Quarry Near Toledo Is Now A Scenic Nature Preserve With Trails And Family-Friendly Fun

    A limestone quarry from 1891 until 1932, now this nature preserve near Toledo, Ohio, offers 61 acres of hiking trails, rock climbing, and family-friendly fun.

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  • Rainbows over houses and landscapes of Grantsburg, Wisconsin
    By Sam Scott 14 hours ago

    Wisconsin's 'Gateway To Crex Meadows' Is A Cozy Village Surrounded By Natural Beauty And Outdoor Recreation

    This Wisconsin village offers small-town charm, scenic outdoor adventures, and a relaxing escape into some of the Midwest's most beautiful natural landscapes.

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  • Low tide on a rocky beach with tall grasses in the foreground and snowy peaked mountains far off in the distance
    By Krista Shawley 14 hours ago

    Washington's Bayside Getaway An Hour From Vancouver Is An Idyllic West Coast Gem Brimming With Scenic Parks

    This community sits on a protected bay overlooking Vancouver Island and surrounding mountains, with miles of beach to stroll and activities in town to enjoy.

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  • People play on the beach and around the lake at Cowans Gap State Park.
    By Eva Johnstone 15 hours ago

    This Lake State Park In Pennsylvania Has Forest Camping, Cozy Cabins, And Serene Trails

    Looking for a Pennsylvania camping getaway? This lakeside retreat offers wooded trails, mountain views, rustic cabins, and family-friendly recreation.

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  • McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park waterfalls
    By Kristin Conard 16 hours ago

    This Beloved California State Park Requires Reservations For The First Time

    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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  • A view of the waterfall on Fenelon River in the center of Fenelon Falls, Ontario
    By Makayla Maxwell 17 hours ago

    Canada's 'Jewel Of The Kawarthas' Is A Lakeside Village With Downtown Shops, Beaches, And Outdoor Fun

    Explore Fenelon Falls in Ontario’s Kawartha Lakes, a charming village with waterfalls, beaches, local shops, festivals, and scenic outdoor adventures.

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  • Melton Hill Lake in East Tennessee
    By Audrey Simons 17 hours ago

    Just Outside Knoxville Is A Southern Lakeside Getaway With Outdoor Fun And Idyllic Trails

    This Tennessee lakeside escape offers forested shorelines, waterfront camping, paddling adventures, wildlife-filled trails, and relaxing outdoor recreation.

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  • Boardwalk at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian, Maryland
    By Jenna Busch 19 hours ago

    An Hour From Baltimore Is Maryland's Underrated Wildlife Sanctuary With A Scenic Boardwalk And Hiking Trails

    This outdoors destination an hour from Baltimore is an underrated Maryland wildlife sanctuary with a scenic boardwalk, wildlife, archaeology, and hiking trails.

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  • Sunset on Canada's Lake Abitibi
    By Chris Tharp 1 day ago

    Sandwiched Between Ontario And Québec Is A Tranquil Lake Escape With Fishing, Camping, And Islands To Explore

    No country on the planet does lakes quite like Canada, and this stunning spot provides everything from top-tier fishing to sumptuous serenity.

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  • Sunset over lush mountain ridges at Shenandoah National Park.
    By Eva Johnstone 1 day ago

    The Secret Blue Ridge Mountain Trail In Shenandoah National Park That Most Tourists Miss

    Trails don't come much more secret than this. For a taste of total tranquility, head to this overlooked spot in Shenandoah National Park.

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  • A grazing buffalo in Kansas' Big Basin Preserve
    By Hillary Louise Johnson 1 day ago

    Forget Yellowstone, Visit The Midwest's Underrated Hilly Nature Preserve Where Bison Roam Wild

    This sprawling preserve in Kansas has a herd of 50 bison and provides visitors a window into a bygone era, whether they're hiking or simply driving through.

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  • Green sea turtle in the shallow, crystal clear waters off a South Florida beach
    By Rebekah Winters Barton 1 day ago

    10 Florida Beaches Where You Can Watch Sea Turtles Hatch

    Seeing baby sea turtles emerge from their nests and make their way to the ocean is one of the most exciting natural sights to behold. Here's where to catch it.

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  • Trees changing colors at the Scott's Cove Recreation Area
    By Kareem Gantt 1 day ago

    Halfway Between Baltimore And DC Is Maryland's Scenic Watershed For An Idyllic Suburban Escape With Recreation

    Explore Maryland’s T. Howard Duckett Watershed, a hidden gem with forest trails, reservoir views, fishing, paddling, and peaceful outdoor recreation.

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  • sunset at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park in Georgia
    By Neha Maheshwari 1 day ago

    Between Atlanta And Chattanooga Is Georgia's Historic Mountain Escape With Miles Of Scenic Trails

    History and nature collide with spectacular results at this impactful and iconic mountain escape not far from Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • A view through Yosemite's Indian Rock Arch
    By Hillary Louise Johnson 1 day ago

    Yosemite National Park's Only Natural Rock Arch Is A Sierra Nevada Treasure That's Worth The Hike

    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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  • The Hampton Plantation mansion seen at an angle in South Carolina
    By Rene Bennett 1 day ago

    Between Wilmington And Charleston Is A Former Southern Plantation That's Now A Historic Site With A Nature Trail

    A trip to a former plantation is an experience, with stunning scenery and reminders of a dark period of history all wrapped up in one setting.

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  • A view of Naknek Lake in Katmai National Park & Preserve
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 days ago

    Not In Voyageurs, Not In Glacier: This Scenic Lake Is The Largest Entirely Within A US National Park

    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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  • Black's Beach
    By Danno Wise 2 days ago

    San Diego's Difficult-To-Reach Beach Is An Uncrowded Coastal Beauty Known For Amazing Surfing

    Known for having the best surfing in California — or possibly the whole country — this beach is notoriously hard to reach, keeping it blissfully uncrowded.

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  • Water splashing down Baskins Creek Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 days ago

    Hidden In Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is An Overlooked Waterfall Hike With Stunning Views

    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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  • Lakeside view at Oxbow Lake Wildlife Area
    By Joe Orovic 2 days ago

    Between Fort Wayne And Toledo Is A Tranquil Ohio Wildlife Site With Lakes, Trails, Fishing, And Birdwatching

    If you're looking for peace, look no further. This gorgeous Ohio wildlife site beautifully blends outdoor activities with absolute serenity.

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