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This town may have less than 100 residents, but it provides easy access to camping, hiking, and some of the most beautiful scenic drives in all of Texas.
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Outdoor adventurers with a love for the water must visit this underrated town in Nebraska with access to scenic trails and an abundance of lakes.
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Just outside the bustle of Albuquerque lies this piece of New Mexico history that's beautiful and fascinating for those interested in Native Americans.
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This charming small town north of Minneapolis is a perfect place to get some R&R, with its rustic setting, remarkably clear lakes, and vibrant downtown.
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This beautiful North Carolina suburb is the perfect pit stop for race car enthusiasts, packed with motorsports history and other adrenaline-filled attractions.
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This Chicago suburb offers a seasonal farmers' market, parks and green space to enjoy, and tons of restaurants, from deep-dish pizza to sushi.
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Discover a town near the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas that is renowned for fishing. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and exploring the historic district.
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Within Nevada’s rugged terrain, you can set up camp in this small area for easy access to a beautiful state park and crystal-clear waters for kayaking.
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This Colorado town near Fort Collins blends big city amenities with small town charm. It's home to lots of art and year-round events including a rodeo festival.
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This Gulf Coast Florida city, a short drive from Tampa, is surrounded by beautiful beaches and its burgeoning art scene is worth a visit for artistic folks.
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A small town with a big personality in Virginia is nicknamed "the center of the universe," and it has a lot to show with a train festival and walking trails.
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A state park in New Mexico is a destination for camping, hiking, and fishing, and you can get here through an epic road trip.
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Known as the Chainsaw Carving Capital of the Pacific Northwest, this small Washington state town holds an annual "Loggerodeo" arts festival on the 4th of July.
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If you're curious about wildlife education and holding a gator, eating mouthwatering po' boys and catfish, and nostalgic antique shopping, head to this LA city.
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Explore fossil beds, canyon views, the highest suspension bridge in the nation, and Gold Rush towns on this adventurous scenic byway in Colorado.
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Witness New York’s beautiful Adirondack fall foliage before it’s too late at a quaint village with a prominent local art scene and riverside views.
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This swanky observation deck is the highest point in South Carolina, where you can stand in two states at once and gaze out over three on a clear day.
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Outdoor adventurers can enjoy gorgeous Appalachian Mountain views at a long, 1,743-acre lake located conveniently near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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One of Cape Cod's lovely seaside resort towns offers a vibrant and laid-back downtown, excellent beaches, and delicious locally sourced seafood.
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This out-of-the-way state park on Saginaw Bay offers beautiful scenery, a swimming beach, fishing, paddling, hiking, and more on it's 700-plus lakefront acres.
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This Virginia city is home to multiple colleges, but it's also a fabulous destination for great eats, trendy boutiques, and unexpected specialty shops.
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Discover the Pine Belt region of Mississippi by venturing into the oak forests and lakesides of this underrated hotspot, filled with fish, songbirds, and more.
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This welcoming coastal town offers history, plenty of activities, intimate dining, and romantic getaways, all conveniently located on Mobile Bay.
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Explore the tallest waterfalls in Wisconsin at Pattison State Park, which boasts a beautiful lake with a sandy beach, multiple campsites, and hiking trails.
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Arkansas' Ozarks have a small town where visitors can find small-town holiday traditions, convenient shops and hotels, and golfing opportunities.
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After relaxing in a serene lakeside community, gather enough energy to dive into Idaho’s pristine lake, offering plenty of boating and water activities.
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From skyline views and lush parks to buzzing bars and globally inspired restaurants, this Houston neighborhood has everything for locals and visitors alike.
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