Visit the world's longest freshwater boardwalk in the Canadian Rockies for a scenic stroll and the opportunity to spot beavers and other wildlife.
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If you're in Portland, Oregon, and want to take a quick break in a rural environment, you can make a quick drive to this scenic Washington city.
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Sand dollars are a welcome find for people who love to go shelling on Florida's beaches. Here are some of the best places where people have found them.
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Keep little ones entertained in Sacramento, California, with these free activities and attractions, recommended online by local parents and kids.
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Thought by some to be the birthplace of Georgia's gold rush, this city has a museum devoted to this history, along with top-rated eateries and shops.
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One of Nashville's most endearing suburbs is a charming spot packed with outdoor adventures and fantastic shopping near Music City.
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When the mercury rises at the height of summer, make a beeline for the second-coldest state in the country, where outdoor adventures await.
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Indiana has a peaceful nature preserve where quiet forest trails, scenic ridgelines, abundant wildlife, and tranquil landscapes create a refreshing escape.
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All Main Streets aren't alike, and this charming Catskill Mountain town offers local businesses, shopping, and food for that small-town relaxing feel.
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If you want to visit an Illinois city on the water, but don't want Chicago's noise, you can check out this suburb that has trails and riverside restaurants.
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Sick of the crowd at Yellowstone, but still want to take in Montana's views? Head to the Last Best Place's beaches to get the most out of the great outdoors.
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Walk among Florida’s scenic wetlands close to Orlando. The pristine trails roam through a water treatment plant with a natural, organic design.
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Wyoming's highest summit rewards skilled mountaineers with alpine scenery, rugged glaciers, and remote wilderness during a demanding mountain expedition.
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For a taste of Old Florida and the state's native wetlands, visit this coastal state park that's home to birds, bobcats, snakes, tortoises, and other wildlife.
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Montana's quieter state park pairs mountain scenery, cascading waterfalls, camping, and peaceful trails for a refreshing alternative to Yellowstone.
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Niagra Falls is one of the most popular destinations in North America, but if you want a more relaxed experience, head to another New York waterfall.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the busiest, but we tracked down 7 secret-ish trails full of everything from wildflowers to waterfalls, but not people.
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Escape the city and explore a large Arkansas state park teeming with wildlife, fishing spots, hiking, camping — and even an RV you can rent during your stay.
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A former military camp in New Jersey has transformed into an underrated getaway where visitors can hike, paddle, camp, and unwind by the water.
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This charming Ontario park located just off the highway between Detroit and Toronto is a Canadian destination with a family theme garden, trails, and events.
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This Texas city is known for its pickles, and if you check out the festival, you can also relax in one of the many parks or take a walk downtown.
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This idyllic escape is only an hour's drive from New York City, complete with white sand beaches, several calm lakes, and an inflatable obstacle course.
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If you've got the time and are up for a challenge, there aren't many hikes in the country that are more worthwhile than this stunning mountainous trek.
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Southern Florida has a remarkable natural escape with sprawling prairies, wetlands, abundant wildlife, peaceful trails, and rich ranching history.
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A gentle trail leads to this scenic "hanging" waterfall in Central New York, with a stone staircase that takes you behind the cascade for a unique view.
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You'll find a little bit of everything at this picturesque Wisconsin wildlife area, complete with roaming bison and beautiful birds.
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You don't have to fight the crowds of Panama City beaches at this smaller suburb. Here, you'll enjoy the same beautiful waters and parks full of nature.
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