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  • High angle view of Fort Funston beach and surrounding green hills
    By Erynn Ruiz

    San Francisco's Serene Beach Offers Bluffs, Sand Dunes, And Trails For Hiking And Horseback Riding

    San Francisco may not be known for its beaches, but Fort Funston's stunning sand dunes and hiking trails make it one to add to your travel bucket list.

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  • A park ranger handing someone in a car a park ticket
    By Sharon Kong Perring

    You Might Be Turned Away At Several Popular National Park Entrances If You Don't Bring This

    National parks are keeping up with technological advances, so you might be out of luck if you don’t have this when entering some popular natural destinations.

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  • Antique car parked on Main Street in Geneseo, New York
    By Justin Park

    A Historic Town Nestled In New York's Finger Lakes Region Boasts Cool Architecture And Victorian Charm

    Dating back to 1790, this historic New York town is home to countless architectural gems and museums, along with outdoor adventures and parks like Letchworth.

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  • Crandon Park beach on Key Biscayne
    By Nick Robertson

    A Former Florida Resident Shares The Prettiest, Must-Visit Islands For Your Sunshine State Trip

    Whether you consider unspoiled nature or a bustling, Caribbean-esque scene more beautiful, you'll discover an island worth visiting in Florida.

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  • Mountains and forests surrounding Steamboat Lake, Colorado.
    By Audrey Enjoli

    A Colorado State Park Surrounded By Mountains Boasts Camping Spots And A Glistening Reservoir For Adventure

    Tourists have likened this stunning destination to the Swiss Alps, where a serene blue lake is framed by soaring mountains and evergreen forests.

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  • Vegetation grows out of a wooden shipwreck in Mallows Bay
    By Matt A. Claiborne

    Just Outside Washington, DC, A Fascinating Maryland Marine Sanctuary Preserves World War I-Era History

    Over an hour from the capital lie some 200 shipwrecks in a Maryland bay. From WWI to the Revolutionary War, these historic hulks have become a marine sanctuary.

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  • Hikers on an oceanside cliff
    By Joshua Parle

    California's Giant National Forest Is A Picturesque Hub For Trails, Swimming, And Mountain Views

    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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  • Panoramic view of mountains and tops of evergreen trees in Colorado
    By A. M. Graves

    A Colorado Lake Town Just Outside Denver Provides Pine-Scented Trails, Cozy Cafés, And Mountain Views

    Evergreen, Colorado is the perfect destination just outside of Denver for mountain views, hiking, mountain golfing, cozy cafés, and Colorado elk sightings.

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  • Vjosa Wild iver National Park mountains in Albania
    By Mina Elwell

    Europe's First Wild River National Park Free-Flows Through Diverse Ecosystems Offering Endless Water Fun

    If you're looking for a breathtaking and truly unique nature experience in Europe, you will love this wild river national park.

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  • A wild Alaskan river
    By Chris Hunt

    Alaska's Own Grand Canyon Is A Wild Spectacle Hidden In America's Largest Unaltered River Basin

    This gorgeous river basin in Alaska is often compared to the Grand Canyon and is marked by the longest free-flowing river in the United States.

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  • Woman looking up inside redwood tree
    By Joshua Parle

    Hidden In California's Redwoods Near Santa Cruz Is An Underrated Resort Town For A Perfect Bay Area Getaway

    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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  • Colorful skies over mountains, forest, and stream
    By Jen Ottolino

    Here's How To Volunteer At National Parks In 2025 And Earn Perks While Giving Back

    If you love the great outdoors, you can always apply to become a volunteer at a nearby national park. Here's how to do it and the various perks you could get.

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  • The Bubbles at Acadia National Park
    By Emily Frantz

    The Most Scenic Road In Maine's Acadia National Park Is This Serene, Car-Free, Bike-Friendly Route

    This scenic trails in Acadia National Park in Maine are off-limits to cars but are perfect for cyclists (as well as hikers and horse-drawn carriages).

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  • Kent Falls flowing in autumn
    By Richard Milner

    The Lush Connecticut State Park Known For Its Picturesque Destination-Worthy Waterfall And Quiet Trails

    For those who value tranquility and beauty over adventure, this small Connecticut park offers easy trails, perfect picnic spots, and stunning scenery.

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  • Cool view of Devil's Doorway at Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin
    By Matt Nelson

    Wisconsin's Largest State Park Is A Dreamy Midwest Camping Spot With A Shimmering Lake And Scenic Bluffs

    Wisconsin has many state parks to explore, but its largest state park is a scenic camping destination that is rich in beauty, history, and geology.

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  • Calm Chatcolet lake in Heyburn State Park near Plummer, Idaho
    By Stephen Hanson

    Idaho's Oldest Park Charms With Hidden Beaches, Bridges, And Northern Light Views

    Explore the oldest state park in Idaho, rich with beautiful lakefront beaches, iconic bridges, and even the chance to see the northern lights.

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  • A car driving down Howland Hill Road, surrounded by redwood trees
    By Dana Cape

    One Of The World's Best Redwood Drives Is An Underrated California Road Through Otherworldly Scenery

    Get in the car and drive this 6-mile route through California's redwoods for fairytale-like scenery, wildlife sightings, and a breathtaking hike.

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  • At Harkness Memorial State Park you can tour an elegant mansion with colorful gardens
    By Anastasia Mills Healy

    This Coastal Connecticut State Park Has Colorful Gardens, A Nice Little Beach, And Elegant Summer Vibes

    Coastal Connecticut is generally a great place for a relaxing trip, but this State Park is especially a gem of an option in the New England state.

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  • Hiker on a desert trail in California's Joshua Tree National Park with boulders
    By Joshua Parle

    One Of California's Most Scenic Campgrounds Is A Joshua Tree Paradise Surrounded By Giant Climbable Rocks

    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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  • Glimmerglass State Park with lake and beach
    By Adela Reyes

    Upstate New York's Glistening State Park Is A Swimming, Hiking, And Picnicking Paradise

    Venture into Upstate New York to visit a glistening state park home to a large lake, numerous hiking trails, and plenty of places to camp for the night.

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  • River rapids on the Big Thompson River of Colorado
    By Stephen Hanson

    Colorado's Trout-Filled River Canyon Starting In Rocky Mountain National Park Offers Endless Outdoor Fun

    If you're looking for some great fishing opportunities that will allow you to see the American West, try this river canyon adventure.

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  • A snowy vista from the slopes of Beartooth Basin Ski Area in Wyoming
    By Amy McMahon

    North America's Only Summer Ski Area Is Near Yellowstone Along One Of America's Prettiest Scenic Byways

    If you're looking to ski in the summer, there's only one place to go — and it's not too far from Yellowstone National Park.

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  • Cratered surface of Arabia Mountain, GA
    By Jody Braverman

    Escape Bustling Atlanta In This Nearby Georgia National Preserve With Otherworldly Hiking Trails

    An otherworldly landscape awaits just outside of the Atlanta metropolis, where trails guide hikers to views they might expect to see on Mars.

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  • Pine trees along the shore of Center Lake in Custer State Park
    By Ryan Cashman

    One Of South Dakota's Best Campsites Is Affordable, Spacious, And Boasts Dazzling Lakefront Beauty

    If you're planning a trip to South Dakota and aren't sure where to camp, give this lakeside beauty a try. You certainly won't regret it.

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  • Couple canoeing on the Humboldt Lagoon, with forested hills and the ocean in the background
    By Isabel OToole

    One Of North America's Largest Lagoon Systems Is A Hiker's Paradise Between The Beach And California Redwoods

    Between the towering redwoods and serene beaches of Northern California lies a lesser-known park with stunning lagoons, ample wildlife, and plenty of trails.

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  • Saguaros and desert landscapes at Tucson Mountain Park in Arizona
    By Dave Bowling

    Arizona's Wildly Underrated County Park Features Miles Of Hiking And Biking Trails Just Outside Of Tucson

    Just a short drive from Tucson’s vibrant downtown lies an under-the-radar county park with plenty of trails to explore the desert landscape on foot or by bike.

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  • Forests, mountains and waterways at Acadia National Park
    By Judith Barnes

    One Of The Most Popular Spots In Maine's Acadia National Park Is A Rocky Ocean Inlet With Thundering Waves

    You've never seen the Atlantic Ocean like this before! A unique viewing area in Acadia National Park allows you to get up close and personal with huge waves.

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