Outdoor Adventure

The view from atop Hound Tor in Dartmoor National Park, surrounded by green fields at sunrise

By Tori Jane 8 min ago

Between Plymouth And Exeter Is An Abandoned Medieval Village Inside A National Park With Ruins And Scenic Views

Accessibly only by a moderate hike, this humble medieval village was made up of only a few longhouses, but it sat in magnificent countryside.

Lake hemmed by greenery with a wooden overlook in Inverness, Florida

By Audrey Simons 5 hours ago

Situated North Of Tampa Is Florida's Charming City With Parks, Lake Access, And Affordable Living

Framed by lakes and woodlands, this small city is both lively and affordable, complete with a historic downtown district and a stunning boardwalk trail.

Charming houses with personal docks line the coast of Hayling Island

By Will Suphan 12 hours ago

Just Outside Portsmouth Is A Scenic Island With A Charming Town, Beaches, And Trails

Situated where The Solent opens to the English Channel, this island combines biodiversity and gentle outdoor activities with character-filled town life.

A hiker on Cadillac Mountain overlooking islands, ocean, and forest in Acadia National Park, Maine

By Ben M Stower 15 hours ago

This Popular National Park Removed 30 Signs And People Aren't Happy About It

Due to recent national park changes across the U.S., a popular destination has taken down many informative, historical signs, and visitors are upset.

Abandoned brick building in the ghost town of Arlington, Missouri

By Rene Bennett 21 hours ago

8 Once-Thriving Missouri Towns That Transformed Into Abandoned Beauties

The landscapes of Missouri are dotted with fascinating ghost towns with stories to tell, former settlements now left to the wilderness.

A portion of the recreated, wood-and-brick Fort Madison directly beside the Mississippi River with green grass and partly cloudy skies

By Tori Jane 23 hours ago

Nestled On The Mississippi River Is An Iowa City With Scenic Views, Midwestern Charm, And A Walkable Downtown

Along the Mississippi River, a charming Iowa city pairs historic architecture and tree-lined streets with scenic trails and a downtown worth exploring.

Iron Lakes on a clear summer day with a small island in the middle with a few scraggly trees; the lake is greenish blue and tall skinny pines line the distant shores to the left and right of the image

By Lexi Kassler 1 day ago

Goodbye Big Bear Lake: This Refreshing, High-Elevation Escape Offers Less-Crowded Fishing And Hiking

Trade Big Bear Lake's busy shores for a secluded Sierra Nevada escape, where sapphire-blue waters, rugged mountain scenery, and outdoor adventures await.

River Breamish flowing towards Ewe Hill, in a scenic river valley in Northumberland National Park

By Stephen Hanson 1 day ago

The National Park With The Cleanest Rivers In The UK Isn't Lake District Or Yorkshire Dales

This national park on the border of Scotland is the least-visited in the U.K. and highlights long-distance trails, waterfalls, and England's darkest skies.

Stairs to Temple Mound A at Crystal River Archaeological State Park

By Stephen Hanson 2 days ago

Between Tampa And Gainesville Is An Archaeological Park With Native American History, Fishing, And Trails

This Florida park is an underrated gem that offers tranquil waters for fishing, scenic hiking trails, and interesting outdoor archaeological finds.

Lush scenery along Rankin Trails at the Quarry Park in Brandon, Mississippi

By Audrey Simons 2 days ago

Just Outside Jackson Is Mississippi's Historic Southern City With A Charming Downtown And Outdoor Escapes

This storied city enjoys a prime location amid diverse outdoor attractions, including local parks, quarry-side trails, and a 33,000-acre reservoir.

By Tori Jane 2 days ago

Between Chicago And Madison Is A Midwestern Outdoor Gem With Scenic Trails, Fishing, And Wildlife

Located in far northern Illinois, this outdoor gem offers open spaces, a sparkling creek, lush hiking trails, scenic paddling routes, and more.

Church Street in Burlington, Vermont at twilight

By Joe Orovic 2 days ago

Vermont's Best Destination To Live Is A New England Gem With Charming Cities And Endless Outdoor Fun

With a lively food scene, mountain adventures, and one of New England's most scenic lakes, this Vermont county offers plenty of reasons to stay awhile.

Sailboats in a busy harbour on summer day in the coastal town of Whitehaven in Cumbria

By Heather Cole 2 days ago

England's Charming Town On The Cumbrian Coast Is A Historic Gem With Ocean Views And A Great Food Scene

A thriving port town in its heyday, this scenic community is worth visiting for its extraordinary coastal hiking trails and must-try West Cumbrian cuisine.

Close up of egrets in a pond in the New Jersey Marshlands.

By Rene Bennett 2 days ago

Forget The Jersey Shore, Visit New Jersey's Former Landfill Turned Park Gem For Wildlife, Trails, And NYC Views

Just 30 minutes from the heart of Manhattan, this park is part of a 10,000-acre estuary and has been completely transformed into a wildlife haven.

A waterfront campsite with an RV, picnic table, concrete pad, and canopy at Old Highway 86 Campground

By Eva Johnstone 2 days ago

Near Branson Is Missouri's Lake Campground With A Beach, Boating, And Modern Campsite Comforts

Want to go camping without giving up hot showers or charged phones? This recently-renovated campground 25 minutes from Branson may be a perfect choice.

A historic wooden covered bridge crosses a creek at Covered Bridge County Park in Cedarburg

By Eva Johnstone 2 days ago

Under An Hour From Milwaukee Is Wisconsin's Historic Park With A Covered Bridge, Fishing, And Paddling

The last surviving covered bridge in Wisconsin headlines a bill of fishing and paddling in this delightful park north of Milwaukee.

Scenic Drive through the red and orange rocks of Capitol Reef National Park, Utah

By Kaylee Giacomini-Moran 2 days ago

The Most Breathtaking Scenic Drives Through The American Southwest

From winding mountain roads to endless desert highways, these unforgettable routes reveal the wild beauty and surprising contrasts of the American Southwest.

By David McElhinney 2 days ago

Outside Belfast Is Northern Ireland's Destination For Scenic Camping, Mountain Trails, And Fairytale Beauty

The great greenery of Northern Ireland is front and center in this gorgeous destination for camping and hiking near beautiful Belfast.

Four people in swimwear sitting on a dock and splashing

By Eva Johnstone 2 days ago

The Viral One-Size-Fits-Most Swimsuit (And Its Affordable Knockoffs) Has A Loyal Cult Following

Countless social media users have reviewed and recommended this popular one-size-fits-most swimsuit, but there are some drawbacks to know before you buy it.

A lush wooded area dotted with purple flowering trees at Lyman Woods in Illinois

By Melanie Johnson 3 days ago

Between Chicago And Naperville Is A Scenic Outdoor Gem With Wildlife, Trails, And Wetlands

You don't have to travel far from Chicago for a nature escape where you can stroll through a grassy wetland on a boardwalk while watching for frogs and snakes.

A row of colorful historic homes on a sunny day, with green forests in the background

By Zoe Baillargeon 3 days ago

Canada's Once-Thriving Gold Rush Town Is Now A Mountain Community With A Vibrant Arts Scene And Recreation

This remote gem in British Columbia was once a booming mining town, and today the mountainous destination still has a lot to offer travelers.

Müritz National Park, Schweingarten Lake

By Nikolai Arto 3 days ago

Germany's National Park Treasure Ideal For Outdoor Fun Is Part Of The 'Land Of A Thousand Lakes'

Germany is home to some famous and well-preserved forests, and you can explore the landscapes at this national park in the northeast corner of the country.

View across Ennis Lake to mountains in Montana

By Rene Bennett 3 days ago

Forget Glacier National Park, Montana's Scenic Beach Has Lake Fun, Refreshing Waters, And Fishing

Skip the long drive to Glacier National Park and visit this beach an hour from Bozeman for summer swimming, fishing, and scenic mountain views.

Scenic overlook on the Empire Bluffs Trail overlooks Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, South Manitou Island, and North Bar Lake, under a blue sky with white clouds.

By Stephen Hanson 3 days ago

Goodbye Torch Lake, So Long Glen Lake: This Crystal-Clear Michigan Lake Has Warm Waters Perfect For Family Fun

This lesser-known inland lake in Michigan offers swimmers more favorable water for swimming than nearby Lake Michigan and pretty trails and overlooks.