During the time of steel mills, Pennsylvania's rivers were quite polluted. Luckily, these strange creatures called the "Livers of Rivers" are helping with that.
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An island just outside of Pittsburgh gives travelers the best of both worlds with a nature escape only 10 minutes from the "city of bridges."
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If you're visiting Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, you must check out this clear, calm, shallow lake that's perfect for swimming, canoeing, and much more.
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Connecticut is home to a variety of wildlife, and some species are favorite meals for snakes. Here are some of the state's most snake-filled lakes and rivers.
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An off-the-radar Tennessee lake known for ample trails, fish, and wildlife combines natural beauty, tranquility, and options for fun in and around the water.
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This beautiful creek in an underrated national park offers visitors calm waters to paddle through while seeing some of the tallest trees in the Eastern U.S.
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If you're planning a visit to Nevada and you have a fear of snakes, there are some things you'll want to know before visiting these snake-filled spots.
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Just outside of Anchorage is one of the most beautiful and accessible regions of Alaska, where mountains surround pristine glaciers, lakes and rivers.
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Head to Michigan's "cabin country" to find a riverside hidden gem where the trout-filled streams are perfect for fly-fishing, kayaking, or canoeing.
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This roadside rest stop has a special pool of clear water that looks transported from a tropical island, complete with rope swing and picturesque scenery.
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Head to this hidden Idaho valley just an hour from Boise for hot springs, river rapids, and stunning mountain hikes with scenery that will leave you breathless.
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There are some things you'll want to know before you dive into a hotel pool, and some of them may seem a bit counterintuitive.
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This little-known roadside beach in the Upper Keys is the perfect spot for a quiet day on the water, with calm seas, shallow water, and beautiful surroundings.
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Escape to Colorado's Rockies where a pristine park blends rushing waters, scenic trails, and epic mountain views with the solitude many travelers dream of.
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Beneath calm river waters lie hidden traps called "drowning machines," responsible for numerous accidents across America’s most popular waterways.
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This Ohio suburb, ranked the wealthiest in the state for 2025, boasts a gigantic amusement park, family-friendly parks and trails, and delicious eateries.
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This underrated city in Central Wyoming is full of historic buildings, craft beer breweries, and is close to plenty of outdoor adventures and fishing.
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Tennessee is a popular travel destination. However, if you are looking to escape the crowds, head to this lake with quiet coves, rolling bluffs, and trails.
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All forests are beautiful, but some, like this one in Pennsylvania, feel like they've come right out of a fairy tale with moss-covered trails and ancient trees.
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Campers and outdoor adventurers should always be wary of wildlife wherever they go, and travelers in Utah should watch out for snakes around these Utah lakes.
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A small, peaceful Midwestern city in Ohio offers visitors forest hikes through its parks and reserves, small-town history, and lazy paddles on the river.
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This little-known Hudson River spot offers free kayaking with breathtaking views of the New York City skyline, giving visitors a fresh perspective of Manhattan.
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The Finger Lakes can get busy, and if you are looking for a place to stay to beat the crowds, consider this town known as "The Birthplace of Memorial Day."
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This U.S. national park, filled with rich wildlife and foliage, comes alive in the fall season and is one of Samantha Brown's favorite places for leaf peeping.
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One secluded state park near Austin, Texas, offers a lakeside getaway with hiking trails, campsites, peaceful boating and swimming, and fishing opportunities.
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This California town may be small, but it packs a punch with unique forests, diving and paddling spots, and charming inns that suit all kinds of travelers.
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The hike to these surreal waterfalls hidden deep in an Arizona canyon is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure involving hiking, wading, and occasional long swims.
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