Outside Madison Is Wisconsin's Lakeside State Park For Fishing, Boating, And Camping
This Wisconsin getaway features a 3,200-acre lake for boating and year-round fishing, a swimming beach, hiking trails, and a spacious campground.
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Indiana's Biggest Lake Entirely Within The State Has Sandy Beaches, Swimming, And Fishing Near Bloomington
At nearly 11,000 acres, this lake has seemingly limitless water activities to choose from, attracting more than a million visitors per year.
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Consumer Reports' Favorite Travel Backpack Is A Durable And Roomy Gem
If you're in need of a new backpack for your travel adventures, Consumer Reports has crunched the numbers on which one you should invest in.
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Between Austin And San Antonio Is A Texas State Park With Golf, Fishing, And Hiking
The enormous state of Texas is home to all kinds of state parks, including this historical spot that has fishing, hiking trails, and even a golf course.
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California's Once-Thriving Military Base Is Now A Peaceful Escape Brimming With Trails And Stunning Scenery
This under-the-radar Central Coast getaway features wide-open spaces, multi-use trails, and rich ecosystems, ideal for hiking, biking, and wildlife spotting.
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Michigan's Oldest State Park Is An Island Paradise To Golf, Eat, And Bike With Lake Leisure
This island may be well known, but what isn't as well known is that its home to what was once the nation's second national park after Yellowstone.
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Pennsylvania's Under-The-Radar State Park Is A Remote Gem With Stunning Views, Camping, And Picnicking
Pennsylvania isn't lacking for stunning views, but this undervisited park has some you simply have to see. Make sure to make a day (and night) of it.
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Just Outside Mackinaw City Is Michigan's Underrated Peninsula State Park With Pet-Friendly Beaches And Swimming
Enjoy Michigan’s outstanding natural beauty with your furry friend at an underrated state park with pristine beaches and plenty of camping opportunities.
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Nestled Between Boston And Providence Is Massachusetts' State Forest For Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, And Hiking
Close to Boston or Providence and looking for a great hiking, biking, or horseback riding spot? We know just the state forest for you in Massachusetts.
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Not Everglades National Park, Nor Big Cypress National Preserve — this Is Florida's First Aquatic Preserve
Dating back to the 1960s, this state park filled with hiking trails, diverse bird species, and other wildlife was Florida's first aquatic preserve.
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Between Peoria And Chicago Is Illinois' Lovely Lakeside State Park For Fishing, Boating, And Trails
Step outside the bigger cities in Illinois to discover a peaceful outdoor escape, with easy trails to hike and paddleboats to cruise around the water.
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California's 'Jewel Of The High Country' Is An Alpine Lake Tucked In Yosemite's Sierra Nevada Mountains
This Yosemite lake, surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is known as California's "Jewel of the High Country" thanks to the scenery, hiking, and more.
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Less Than Two Hours From Colorado Springs Is A Rural, Scenic City With A State Park, Antique Shops, And Museums
Colorado is full of outdoor activities, scenic roadways, and lesser-known destinations. Some small towns have plenty to offer outside of Denver, though.
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Hidden On North Carolina's Border Is A Scenic Mountain Lake With Trophy-Sized Catches And Forested Peace
A scenic mountain lake is a fisherman's paradise, with trophy-sized catches in a secluded area on North Carolina's border with Tennessee.
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Between Spokane And Coeur d'Alene Is Washington's Tucked-Away Park For Hiking And Fishing
This reserve in Eastern Washington, between Spokane and Coeur d'Alene, is a tucked-away park in forest full of great hiking and fishing opportunities.
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Chicago's 'Magic Hedge' Is Found At A Lake Michigan Bird Sanctuary With Beach Trails And Rare Sightings
Along Lake Michigan in Chicago, this quiet natural area draws the most avid birdwatchers with rare species, migration activity, and beachside paths.
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Vermont's Oldest Still-Operating Hotel Is A Restored 18th Century Resort With A Golf Course And Spa
Vermont is ripe with history, and you can add the state's oldest hotel into that history. Featuring restaurants and a golf course, it's a spa getaway.
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Wisconsin's 'Everglades Of The North' Is A Gem For Birdwatching, Fishing, And Hiking
Lovers of hiking, fishing, and bird watching rejoice — this state and nationally-run marshland in Wisconsin offers nearly 300 different bird species to spot.
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Just Off California's Coast Is The Only National Park Where You'll Find Miniature Island Foxes
Hike rugged coastal trails and spot rare miniature island foxes on the islands that make up this national park off the coast of Southern California.
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This Abandoned And Restored Tower In The Blue Ridge Mountains Offers Ethereal Views Over North Carolina
Experience panoramic views of one of the country’s most picturesque mountain ranges via a quick 20-minute hike less than an hour from Asheville.
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Virginia's Underrated State Park Is A Lovely Escape With Trails, Camping, And Scenic Views
This Virginia state park — just an hour’s drive from D.C. — offers backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and stargazing among epic pastoral vistas.
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What To Do If A Deer Approaches While You're Hiking
Deer are generally timid animals but encounters with them can occasionally turn aggressive. Here's what to do if a deer approaches you while you're hiking.
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Sacramento's Vibrant Suburb Is A City With River Views, Trails, And Tasty Eats
This Sacramento suburb is a culturally rich city that offers a wide variety of cuisine, in addition to scenic views of the American River at its parks.
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Between Nashville And Lexington Is Kentucky's State Park Haven With Lake Fun, Camping, And Miles Of Trails
This Kentucky getaway features lake recreation, a trail network for hiking, a campground with lake access, and a marina for boating, fishing, and swimming.
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Between Harrisburg And Baltimore Is Pennsylvania's Lovely State Park Escape For Hiking Trails And Scenic Views
Pennsylvania is home to a variety of unique hiking trails, and if you head to this state park on the Susquehanna, you'll get some beautiful views of the river.
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Canada's 'Gateway To Cape Breton Highlands National Park' Is A Scenic Town With Coastal Hotel Stays And Camping
If you're looking for a base near Cape Breton Highlands National Park, this Cape Breton Island town is a comfortable choice with hotels, restaurants, and more.
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Between Dallas And College Station Is A Lakeside Texas State Park With Quiet Trails, Paddling Fun, And Camping
This under-the-radar park in Texas near Dallas offers peaceful trails, birdwatching, paddling routes, and rustic campsites along a scenic lake setting.
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