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  • A long sandy Lake Michigan beach at Wilderness State Park
    By Mitchell Peterson 4 hours ago

    Just Outside Mackinaw City Is Michigan's Underrated Peninsula State Park With Pet-Friendly Beaches And Swimming

    Enjoy Michigan’s outstanding natural beauty with your furry friend at an underrated state park with pristine beaches and plenty of camping opportunities.

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  • Forest and historic building in Richfield Heritage Park in Richfield, Ohio
    By Sam Scott 5 hours ago

    Nestled Between Cleveland And Akron Is A Friendly Ohio Village With Natural Beauty And Peaceful Vibes

    This Ohio countryside village offers quiet preserves, pond fishing at a local park, meadow trails, and nearby living history farm museums to explore.

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  • A historic church building in Butler, Pennsylvania
    By Anahid Akkam 5 hours ago

    An Hour From Pittsburgh Is Pennsylvania's Charming City With A Vibrant Downtown, Shops, And Museums

    Pittsburghers can be a tourist in their own region with a trip to this charming city with shops and museums galore, plus good eats.

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  • Sunset Lake at the F Gilbert Hills State Forest in Foxborough, Massachusetts
    By Jessica Stewart 11 hours ago

    Nestled Between Boston And Providence Is Massachusetts' State Forest For Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, And Hiking

    Close to Boston or Providence and looking for a great hiking, biking, or horseback riding spot? We know just the state forest for you in Massachusetts.

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  • Water view of Estero Bay Preserve State Park
    By Rachel-Jean Firchau 11 hours ago

    Not Everglades National Park, Nor Big Cypress National Preserve — this Is Florida's First Aquatic Preserve

    Dating back to the 1960s, this state park filled with hiking trails, diverse bird species, and other wildlife was Florida's first aquatic preserve.

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  • The Katy Freeway intersection in Texas
    By Jenna Kelley 12 hours ago

    This Is The Busiest Highway To Navigate In Texas (And Why Drivers Dread It)

    Connecting Houston to the nearby city of Katy is one of the world’s widest highways, but drivers aren't excited about their congested daily commute.

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  • People walking along the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey
    By Joe Orovic 12 hours ago

    4 Of America's 10 Best Boardwalks For 2026 So Far Have One Thing In Common

    When searching for the best places to take a stroll along the ocean, you might notice that some of the country’s best boardwalks share this one factor.

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  • A boardwalk and bench along the tree-lined water's edge at Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area in northern Illinois
    By Rebecca High 13 hours ago

    Between Peoria And Chicago Is Illinois' Lovely Lakeside State Park For Fishing, Boating, And Trails

    Step outside the bigger cities in Illinois to discover a peaceful outdoor escape, with easy trails to hike and paddleboats to cruise around the water.

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  • Overhead view of Inglewood and the Sofi Stadium and Kia Forum
    By Jonathan Houston 13 hours ago

    California's Historic City Near LA Has An Urban-Suburban Vibe With Shops, Restaurants, And Iconic Landmarks

    Just outside Los Angeles, this evolving destination features major event venues, popular eateries, shopping areas, and access to nearby beaches.

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  • Nobska Beach in Falmouth on Cape Cod, Massachusetts
    By Sam Scott 14 hours ago

    Forget Florida, Retire To This East Coast Beauty With Charming Towns, Beaches, And Healthy Living

    This East Coast destination blends Atlantic beaches, historic seaside towns, forest hikes in rolling hills, healthcare access, and four-season scenery.

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  • Exterior of the Casa Blanca Museum, located in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
    By Stephen Hanson 14 hours ago

    Puerto Rico's Landmark Museum In San Juan Has Valuable Artifacts And Few Crowds

    This Old San Juan museum set inside a historic home features Spanish colonial furnishings, Taíno artifacts, historic gardens, and sweeping views.

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  • A scenic view at Van Riper State Park, Michigan
    By Bridget Gleeson 15 hours ago

    Michigan's Lake Escape Is A Gem For Camping And State Park Fun

    Michigan has no shortage of lakes, with tons of waterfront options offering relaxation and outdoor fun, but make sure to put this one on your must-visit list.

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  • Waters of Tenaya Lake appear blue below granite mountains of Yosemite
    By Joseph Richard Francis 15 hours ago

    California's 'Jewel Of The High Country' Is An Alpine Lake Tucked In Yosemite's Sierra Nevada Mountains

    This Yosemite lake, surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is known as California's "Jewel of the High Country" thanks to the scenery, hiking, and more.

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  • A sign printed on a surf board propped up in the sand at Rum Point, Grand Cayman
    By Kaylee Giacomini 16 hours ago

    This Dreamy Cayman Islands Beach Is A Caribbean Vacation Haven For Clear Water, White Sand, And Few Crowds

    Hidden on Grand Cayman's North Side, this beach area has everything you need for a beach getaway without the crowds you'll find in other parts of the island.

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  • Huerfano County Courthouse in Walsenburg, Colorado
    By Megi Canco 17 hours ago

    Less Than Two Hours From Colorado Springs Is A Rural, Scenic City With A State Park, Antique Shops, And Museums

    Colorado is full of outdoor activities, scenic roadways, and lesser-known destinations. Some small towns have plenty to offer outside of Denver, though.

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  • Waterfall over a rock ledge, beside a rock wall with green leaves growing out of it and a small portion of a railroad bridge in the top of the frame
    By Jess Simms 17 hours ago

    Between Youngstown And Pittsburgh Is Pennsylvania's Under-The-Radar Nature Preserve With A Scenic Waterfall

    Less than an hour north of Pittsburgh, a quick hike takes you to a photogenic waterfall that sits on the remains of an old sandstone quarry.

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  • A shot of Apalachia Lake in western North Carolina
    By Chris Tharp 17 hours ago

    Hidden On North Carolina's Border Is A Scenic Mountain Lake With Trophy-Sized Catches And Forested Peace

    A scenic mountain lake is a fisherman's paradise, with trophy-sized catches in a secluded area on North Carolina's border with Tennessee.

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  • Young girl looks up at cedar tree
    By Chris Tharp 18 hours ago

    Between Spokane And Coeur d'Alene Is Washington's Tucked-Away Park For Hiking And Fishing

    This reserve in Eastern Washington, between Spokane and Coeur d'Alene, is a tucked-away park in forest full of great hiking and fishing opportunities.

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  • Shops in American Dream mall located in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
    By C. M. Ramsburg 18 hours ago

    New Jersey's Largest Mall Is An Upscale Destination With Chic Shops And Indoor Attractions

    This mega-sized New Jersey mall impresses with a huge indoor theme park, a year-round indoor ski resort, hundreds of shops, and a variety of food options.

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  • Exterior of the La Brea Tar Pits Museum in Los Angeles, CA.
    By Sarah Salisbury 18 hours ago

    The Museum At California's Iconic Los Angeles Landmark Is Closing Down In 2026 For Renovations

    This well-known science museum is getting a facelift for LA's 2028 Olympic games and will be closed to visitors for the next two years while it's expanded.

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  • Trail along the beach at the Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary in Chicago
    By Rene Bennett 19 hours ago

    Chicago's 'Magic Hedge' Is Found At A Lake Michigan Bird Sanctuary With Beach Trails And Rare Sightings

    Along Lake Michigan in Chicago, this quiet natural area draws the most avid birdwatchers with rare species, migration activity, and beachside paths.

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  • Perth County Courthouse, Stratford, ON, Canada
    By Nikolai Arto 20 hours ago

    Canada's Charming City Has Old School Architecture, Boutique Shopping, And Festivals

    This charming city in Ontario, Canada, has old school architecture, boutique shopping, and Shakespeare festivals, all with a distinct European flavor.

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  • View of the lush landscape at Wellfield Botanic Gardens in Indiana
    By Kira Reinke 20 hours ago

    Sandwiched Between Chicago And Toledo Is Indiana's Lovely Botanical Garden With Paradise-Like Vibes

    This Midwest botanical garden offers more than 20 themed spaces with blooming flowers, unique plants, walking paths, bridges, and water features.

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  • A view of Nimrod Lake stretching into the distance with hills and trees on either side and a cloudy sky with sunrays beaming down.
    By Sarah Bloomfield 21 hours ago

    Arkansas' Oldest Artificial Lake Is A Mountain Escape Perfect For Fishing, Boating, And Camping

    Along with several nearby campsites, the oldest artificial lake in Arkansas is a great spot for boating and fishing, thanks to numerous boat ramps and piers.

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  • View of the exterior of The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
    By Kira Reinke 21 hours ago

    Vermont's Oldest Still-Operating Hotel Is A Restored 18th Century Resort With A Golf Course And Spa

    Vermont is ripe with history, and you can add the state's oldest hotel into that history. Featuring restaurants and a golf course, it's a spa getaway.

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  • Birds in flight over wetlands at sunrise in Horicon Marsh, Wisconsin
    By Maja Proescholdt 22 hours ago

    Wisconsin's 'Everglades Of The North' Is A Gem For Birdwatching, Fishing, And Hiking

    Lovers of hiking, fishing, and bird watching rejoice — this state and nationally-run marshland in Wisconsin offers nearly 300 different bird species to spot.

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  • A cowgirl riding a horse around a steel barrel at the rodeo
    By Pam Stepansky 22 hours ago

    Nestled Between Memphis And St. Louis Is A Missouri City With Tasty Eats, A Historic Downtown, And Rodeo Fun

    This Missouri city has an iconic restaurant known for its "throwed rolls," a historic downtown that hosts festivals, and a rodeo with bullfighters and cowboys.

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