Michigan is known for its near-endless supply of lakeside fun, and this spot, loaded with activities and relaxing campfire vibes, is one of the best.
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This small town overlooks Long Island Sound and has several popular parks with water views, boat ramps, hiking trails, historic buildings, and in-town dining.
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This lesser-known city in California serves as the perfect base to explore some trails, go off-roading, and have outdoor adventures in the Mojave Desert.
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Blanketed by a 2.2 million-acre national forest with the mountains as its backdrop, this Montana city is an absolute mecca for all things adventure.
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The town known as the "Jewel of the Maine Coast" hosts impressive art galleries, restaurants serving delicious foods, and plenty of New England coastal charm.
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This Fresno County lake was made especially for relaxing and cooling off in, but high levels of certain bacteria may put a damper on your outing.
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This small city gem is just over an hour outside of Seattle, and has so many quirky museums, shops, and hiking and biking trails to explore.
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A short drive from Phoenix, this Arizona hiking trail leads through the cactus-studded Superstition Wilderness to a mystical canyon with ancient petroglyphs.
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Discover a charming small town along the Hudson that has an easily walkable downtown area with lovely shops just outside New York City and Albany.
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There isn't just one place where you can get all of the perks of Vermont, but this small town is just quiet enough to enjoy your views in piece as well as shop.
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If you missed your chance for early fall leaf peeping, there are still some great spots to enjoy the autumn foliage in the U.S. during November.
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Hidden in the Appalachians, this underrated West Virginia state park offers serene lakes, deep forested gorges, and thrilling outdoor recreation.
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This secluded cove near the town of Avalon on Catalina Island is an underwater oasis for snorkelers and glass-bottom boat tours with serene, turquoise water.
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Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes — and one of them, nestled in a national forest, also happens to be one of the cleanest in the United States.
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South Carolina is home to the "Town for All Times," a place bursting with amazing historical gems, plenty of antiques, and as much Southern food as you can eat.
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With 26 miles of trails, a 290-acre lake, and waterfalls along a stream that flows into the Lackawaxen River, this Pennsylvania state park is your next escape.
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The driftwood on this Florida beach just outside Jacksonville resembles driftwood skeletons, making for a day on the sand full of unforgettable images.
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America's top two cleanest cities are both in the Pacific Northwest, according to a 2025 study by Oxi Fresh that analyzed data from 35 major U.S. cities.
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This New York town is all about water, with stunning vessels at the Antique Boat Museum and mysterious wrecks along the St. Lawrence River for scuba divers.
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This tiny Catskills town with walking trails near the Hudson River is the perfect place for a fall getaway, with plenty of opportunities for nature immersion.
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Drive from Los Angeles, and in one hour's time, you'll land in this Ventura County destination, which offers both luxury shopping and a charming downtown.
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Chicago is well-known for its excellent food scene, including this hole-in-the-wall barbecue joint that recently won a James Beard award.
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Planning a trip to Arizona? Here are 12 must-see attractions, from the Grand Canyon to Monument Valley, and other unforgettable natural landmarks.
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The desert of New Mexico is a treasure trove of exotic sites, like the natural beauty and hot springs near this canyon town between Albuquerque and Tucson.
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Where can you learn about Texas history, enjoy an iconic state fair, and feed alligators — all in the same day? Head south from Houston to this charming town.
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This town — which shares its name with a prominent New Hampshire city — is the place to be for fans of transportation history and frugality.
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Discover breweries, cideries, and vineyards in this unassuming valley in the middle of Oregon that highlights jaw-dropping autumn leaves come October.
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