In Central Ohio, discover a quiet, 4-acre park with the largest wooden waterwheel in the state, along with a working mill that you can tour.
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If you're looking to get out on the water and enjoy the warm weather (or tour an abandoned castle), you don't always need to head to the coasts.
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Head to this year-round lakeside haven near Stockton, Kansas, for the chance to spot deer, hike through vast prairies, and angle for rainbow trout.
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This undersea garden in the Gulf of Mexico is a jaw-dropping collection of coral and home to hundreds of marine species, including whale sharks and manta rays.
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The world's longest floating boardwalk? You'll find it in this picture-perfect Pacific Northwest city, complete with water adventures and delicious food.
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The magic of Wisconsin is alive and well in this charming village, a hotbed of quality fishing and other outdoor adventures.
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You won't have to travel far from the Kansas-Nebraska border to access a lively state park rife with camping options and opportunities for aquatic adventure.
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Situated near Vancouver and Washington is a huge lake perfect for water sports and surrounded by campsites, cabins, and a variety of hiking trails.
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No wilderness area in the Empire State is bigger than this spectacular stretch of natural beauty in the Adirondacks. This is New York at its wildest.
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One of Connecticut's biggest outdoor destinations offers far more than scenic water, with enough recreation to fill an entire weekend escape.
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Nevada has more abandoned towns than it does modern cities, bones of gold and silver mining towns dotted across the state's dramatic landscape.
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Your camping gear can make or break the entire experience. Sam's has some popular items that you'll be glad you have the next time you set up camp.
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The Ozark Mountains are home to a lot of beautiful spots, and this Arkansas town will give you access to multiple parks, including Devil's Den.
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Before visiting beautiful Banff National Park, familiarize yourself with local rules and customs, from wildlife etiquette to parking tricks and trail manners.
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Looking for the ultimate remote getaway? This expansive, isolated state park in Alaska offers wilderness camping, fishing, beautiful lakes, and endless beauty.
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From riverside retreats to mountain forests and lakeside camping, these top-rated destinations near Bakersfield offer easy outdoor escapes within an hour.
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This tiny beach on the southwest coast is world famous for its pro-level surf break and its scenic, protected cove of calm, inviting water.
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Lake Michigan isn't the only place to swim and sun yourself, this family-friendly lake beach near Grand Rapids offers all that, plus fishing and nature trails.
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In the heart of Kansas lies a surprisingly diverse state park where sand dunes, campgrounds, hiking trails, and abundant birdlife create an outdoor escape.
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Most families zip right past it, but this cozy Alabama town is the perfect outdoor adventure stop with lakes, playgrounds, and hiking trails with waterfalls.
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Swap Lake Tahoe for this underrated high-alpine lake surrounded by sweeping pine forests with stunning views of Mount Shasta in Northern California.
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If you're looking for a campsite with the best views in Yosemite, travelers have weighed in, and you might be surprised which campground they're picking.
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If you're looking for a relaxing hike near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, you can check out this woodland trek, which will help you get away from it all.
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Alabama probably isn't the first place that pops into your head when you think of retirement options, but maybe you should put it on your list.
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For a slice of serenity in the Show-Me State, head to this friendly destination just a short drive from Springfield, where outdoor adventure awaits.
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Relax in a riverside cabin, explore your surroundings during a relaxing paddling trip, or try your hand at snagging massive trout in this corner of Arkansas.
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Just a day trip from Manhattan, this historic hamlet — with its stone cottages, countryside, and mountain air — could not feel farther from the big city.
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