Just where you'd least expect it, this state forest is a stone's throw from some of the Panhandle's most popular beaches and features countless hiking options.
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In Washington's Cascade foothills, this mountain lake state park offers shoreline camping, trout fishing, a swimming beach, and rail-to-trail biking routes.
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Canada is home to plenty of fishing towns, and this one features a scenic beach, historic buildings, and an angling contest that has been going on for decades.
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Palm Springs and Joshua Tree are two of California's iconic destinations, and you can find a nature preserve full of trails, mountains, and birds between them.
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The marina can hook you up with anything from jet boats to canoes, whether you want to waterski, catch some trout, or just relax at the lakeside campgrounds.
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Encounter wildlife, stunning scenery, and birdwatch at this Audubon nature sanctuary with an accessible 2.25-mile boardwalk in southwest Florida.
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The state of Maine is mostly forest, and you can explore some of it in this state park. Plus, you can camp overnight and get out on the lake.
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Hike peaceful waterfront trails, eat at a local pub in the charming downtown, and sleep under the stars at this off-the-beaten-path campground in Michigan.
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This recreation area in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains is frequently cited as one of the best mountain biking destinations in the USA. Here's why.
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Believed to be among Juan Ponce de León's first stops in Florida, this scenic and historic park spans over 25 acres and offers surf fishing and a large beach.
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Lovers of the outdoors will adore visiting this sprawling forest in Ohio that features horseback riding trails, rushing rivers, and an idyllic lake.
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This lesser-known Alabama destination offers peaceful hiking trails, rich wildlife, and year-round birdwatching across surprisingly varied landscapes.
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If you want to go for a short, quiet, scenic walk in the woods of Virginia, head to this state forest where you are sure to see a variety of birds.
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Following the tracks of a historic section of rail, this trail that runs through the heart of Bloomington highlights fun things to do and beautiful art.
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Deep within Cuyahoga Valley National Park lies an overlooked spot linked to eerie stories, abandoned history, and curious local traditions.
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This Florida park was once home to the largest bald cypress in the world, and while that may be gone, it still showcases another impressive tree.
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Wisconsin's Northwoods area is packed with resorts that offer plenty of lakeside fun, beauty, and cozy, vintage vibes. Here's where we recommend staying.
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This underground cave in Iowa features rare anthodite crystals, stalactites, a cool year-round interior, and guided tours through a limestone passage.
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It isn't the easiest to visit, but this spectacular lake in Rocky Mountain National Park is worth every drop of sweat expended along the way.
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This Oklahoma destination sits right next to a lake and a river and boasts campgrounds, nearby sandy beaches, and plenty of outdoor activities.
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A short drive from Chicago, this preserve offers long trail loops, shaded paths, and a hidden waterfall set among limestone bluffs and wetlands.
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On Lake Michigan's shoreline, this state park features a sandy swimming beach, an accessible fishing pier, and beachfront camping with hookups.
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This spot offers a unique getaway: The semi-rural city offers outdoor activities in nearby canyons, multiple vineyards, orchards, and downtown shopping.
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While camping and floating on the water, you don’t have to leave your drinks landlocked, as this pool noodle hack sets sail to your bevvies.
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Florida has a great variety of state parks, including this one near Orlando where you can hike on the sand, see unique wildlife, and paddle on the river.
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Key acts and policy changes have redefined the National Park Service, clarifying its purpose for in protecting the nation's plains, canyons, lakes, and mountains.
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If you're looking for a unique adventure in Minnesota, this park offers the state's longest explorable cave, brown trout fishing, and extensive hiking trails.
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