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Top up your EV in style at this charging station just outside of Joshua Tree, kitted out with modern amenities and desert aesthetic to match the landscape.
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If you can't get enough of open-air art and music festivals, this revitalized city in Southern California is a must-visit any time of the year.
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Spotted in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, this former pioneer settlement near Zion National Park is a must-see on any road trip through the southwest.
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For outdoor recreation in Central California, look no further than this giant national forest that is a gorgeous hub of hiking, mountain views, and swimming.
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For a resort town in California that is surrounded by towering redwood trees, head to this underrated spot just a day trip away from Santa Cruz or the Bay Area.
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This scenic hiking trail stuns in every season, whether it's fall foliage or summer greenery, offering epic views of Colorado's second-highest waterfall.
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For a fun day trip from New Orleans, head to this charming city that is right across the lake and offers plenty of cute cafes, festivals, and art galleries.
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For some of the best secluded hot springs in Nevada, lace up your hiking boots for a tricky canyon scramble followed by a relaxing soak in nature.
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Pitch your tent in a scenic campground and sleep among giant boulders after a day of climbing and admiring the beauty of California’s Joshua Tree National Park.
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Perched at a soaring elevation in the Rocky Mountains, this scenic road offers boundless views, adventure, and nature within easy reach of the city.
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For the perfect home base while exploring Utah, visit this city that is near three national parks and surrounded by canyons, trails, and a scenic river.
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Complete with panoramas over otherworldly rock formations, miles of hiking trails, and a scenic drive, this Colorado national monument rivals the Grand Canyon.
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For fans of Louisiana's flavorful cuisine, don't miss out on this region of the state full of tranquil marshes and serving up some of the world's best seafood.
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This Colorado mountain park shines in all seasons, offering epic ice climbing in winter and challenging rock climbing routes during the warmer months.
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The expression "living the high life" takes on a literal meaning when you visit this Colorado town. It has a lovely array of waterfalls and comfy lodgings.
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Experiencing Colorado’s breathtaking beauty doesn’t mean visiting crowded hotspots. Instead, explore this under-the-radar city with stunning red rock views.
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Colorado’s majestic landscapes have much to offer. One state park in particular is sure to impress the nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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Not far from Colorado's famed Mile High City sits a suburb that boasts awesome shopping opportunities and great spots for outdoor enthusiasts.
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There are few things in life better than staying at a serene spa hotel surrounded by spectacular springs, and Missouri is home to one of the finest in the U.S.
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If a town known as the "Main Street to the Rockies" doesn't get the travel blood stirring, we don't know what to say. This is Colorado at its finest.
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For your next big family-friendly canoeing or kayaking adventure, check out this paddling paradise of a river in Utah that flows through breathtaking canyons.
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