Springfield's outdoor side goes beyond its museums and restaurants, with a scenic escape where visitors can fish, paddle, hike, and enjoy the water.
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This centrally-located park offers a wide variety of activities, from fishing and hiking to kayaking and disc golf, and it's convenient to several major cities.
Read MoreEscape the crowds to these secluded towns featuring endless hiking opportunities, cozy cabins, wildlife, scenic drives, and unforgettable Smoky Mountain views.
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Wisconsin is famous for its lakes, including this large one that offers a lot of opportunities for anglers, boaters, and those looking to take a swim.
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This lovely Ozarks city in Arkansas has historic brick storefronts, locally loved shops, peaceful lake views, and a spectacular nearby waterfall.
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This less crowded Seattle park with mountain views is an easy escape into nature where you can explore trails and tidepools, and take in stunning sunsets.
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Omaha, Nebraska, may not sound like the most exciting destination, but it's home to all kinds of natural beauty, including at this forest right outside of town.
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Escape the city with the family and explore a charming town full of parks, meandering trails between them, and even a nearby zoo to learn more about wildlife.
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Excited to fish somewhere truly remote? Face down a challenging hike for the ultimate fishing spot in this beautiful location within the John Muir Wilderness.
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Travelers planning a Zion National Park trip may find more of the park within reach thanks to a new accessibility option available to visitors.
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Cast a line from the lake, explore hidden views from trails, or spend the night under the stars in this remote-feeling park just an hour away from Montgomery.
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The Grand Canyon is a mesmerizing natural wonder that draws millions of visitors every year, but that doesn't mean it's all smooth sailing.
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What looks like a natural wonder along Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River actually has a fascinating industrial past and offers a unique day-trip experience.
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In Washington's Cascade Range lies a body of water ripe with fish and open to multiple types of watercrafts, surrounded by national forests and trails.
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Just 15 minutes from downtown Savannah, this stunning wildlife sanctuary includes a 2-mile trail where visitors can get close to 100 of North America's animals.
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Beyond the Jersey Shore, a scenic New Jersey swimming spot offers clear water, a sandy beach, mountain trails, fishing, camping, and sweeping views.
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Spend a day with the family in this Kansas City suburb, where you can go fishing, practice your golf swing, have a picnic, and sample the local food.
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Between Gainesville and Tallahassee, this North Florida nature escape offers wetlands, wildlife viewing, hiking trails, and peaceful backcountry fishing.
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This tucked-away preserve is home to one of the region's tallest waterfalls, along with all-levels trails that lead to some spectacular spots.
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This scenic Georgia park has rushing river waters, leafy woodland trails, centuries of local history, family-friendly recreation, and a lively annual festival.
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Life on the road inspires visions of idyllic simplicity, but the truth is keeping your rig organized on the move is a challenge for every RVer.
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This Alabama town is small but packs a punch with its historically significant sites and access to outdoor spots, including a local fishing lake.
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This canyon hike near Sedona is near an iconic vortex and highlights both exposed trails with sprawling views and sections in the shade of ponderosa pines.
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This rugged mountain escape in Colorado has thundering cascades, striking rock formations, scenic trails, welcoming local restaurants, and sweeping vistas.
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An Alabama state park getaway offers cabin stays with birdwatching, hiking, fishing, kayaking, swimming, and dark-sky stargazing beside a broad reservoir.
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Discover historical buildings, numerous antique shops, and lakeside camping in this Nebraska city highly regarded for its small-town atmosphere.
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Lake Michigan is a popular tourist destination, but the Upper Peninsula of Michigan has a quieter, calm lake getaway where you can get out on the water.
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