Illinois' Historic State Park An Hour Outside Chicago Has A Scenic Canal Trail, Camping, And Canoeing

An easy drive from Chicago, this state park offers a glimpse into the past with a well-preserved canal, plus access to ...
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California's Cozy Lakefront Town Is A Breathtaking Mountain Getaway For Camping And Fishing

This tiny town offers oversized amenities, as it's just steps from the sprawling Lake Almanor and the epic camping and ...
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Florida's world-class fishing city on the east coast offers kayaking and suburban charm

With easy access to incredible fishing and kayaking, this cozy suburb in Florida is an excellent spot for a calm getaway near ...

A short drive from Savannah to Florida brings blue springs and manatees

The closest place in winter for a Savannahian to see manatees is Florida’s Blue Spring State Park, a little over 250 miles ...

We Left St. Augustine Thinking We’d Already Found Our Favorite Stop of the Trip

Fishing, food, and an easy pace made St. Augustine the perfect first stop on our Florida road trip and had us wondering if we’d already found our favorite place ...
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Pennsylvania's Deepest Inland Lake Is A Crystal-Clear Beauty East Of Pittsburgh For Camping And Fishing

Pennsylvania's deepest inland waters hide a peaceful escape with clear swimming, forested shores, uncrowded boating, and ...
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Discover the national parks in Iowa

Many websites online claim there are 4 National Park Sites in the Hawkeye State. The truth is that there are only 2 Nat ...
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This Picturesque State Park In Texas Is So Hidden, It’s Almost Forgotten

Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Guadalupe River State Park in Spring Branch offers a slice of paradise that ...
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This Postcard-Worthy State Park In Arizona Is A Dream Come True For Nature Lovers

Arizona hides its treasures in plain sight, and Rockin’ River Ranch State Park in Camp Verde might just be the crown jewel you’ve been driving past without knowing it – a 209-acre slice of paradise ...
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I Don’t Kayak, But the Buffalo River Is Seriously Mind-Blowing

Discover the best kayaking in Arkansas on the Buffalo National River. This pristine oasis offers memorable outdoor adventures ...
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I Don’t Canoe, But the Cane Bayou Trail in Louisiana is Incredible

Discover the best kayaking in Louisiana on the Cane Bayou Canoe Trail. This 2-mile paddling trip offers a peaceful float ...

Five US national parks only reached by sea or sky

Road trips to national parks are a classic US travel experience. But for truly "wild" landscapes, venture to these remote ...