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For a beach vacation that isn't on every other tourist's list, consider one of these hidden-gem spots with gorgeous coastlines and picturesque sunsets.
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Iowa's Lakeside State Park Is A Midwestern Outdoor Haven For Scenic Camping, Fishing, And Hiking
For a great nature escape between Des Moines and Omaha, head to this state park with a glacial lake, scenic camping, fishing, hiking, and snowshoeing.
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Between Indianapolis And Champaign Is A Lesser-Known Nature Park With Trails, Wildlife, And Creek Views
Sugar Creek Nature Park in Indiana offers peaceful trails, creekside views, fishing, wildlife, picnic spots, and an easy escape near Crawfordsville.
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Kentucky's Fishing And Boating Paradise Is An Unsung State Park Brimming With Wildlife
Carr Creek State Park in Kentucky offers a sandy beach, boating, fishing, camping, and peaceful mountain scenery around scenic Carr Creek Lake.
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California's Nature Preserve Near San Jose Is A Scenic Escape With Redwoods, Unique Wildlife, And Trails
This California woodland retreat offers towering trees and shaded creeks, hillside hikes, a gentle pond loop, and wildlife watching opportunities.
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Iowa's Scenic Midwestern State Park Near The Missouri Border Is A Gem For Lake Fun, Trails, And Camping
Lacey-Keosauqua State Park in Iowa offers scenic trails, a swimming beach, boating, camping, cabins, and colorful fall foliage along the Des Moines River.
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Get Immersed In The Halloween Spirit At This Unique Family-Friendly Pumpkin Event Out West
This magical annual Halloween event celebrates the spookiest holiday season with massive jack-o'-lantern displays in two different U.S. cities.
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Between Chattanooga And Lynchburg Is Tennessee's Serene State Forest With Trails, Wildlife, And Scenic Views
Franklin State Forest in Tennessee offers waterfalls, scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and quiet backcountry camping across more than 8,800 acres.
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Between Cedar Rapids And Wisconsin Dells Is A State Park For An Idyllic Nature Escape With Camping And Trails
Nelson Dewey State Park offers blufftop campsites, Mississippi River views, short hiking trails, and Native American burial mounds in Wisconsin.
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Forget Red Rock Canyon, Visit California's Less-Crowded Historic Park With A Uniquely Vibrant Culture
Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park preserves Kawaiisu history in California’s Tehachapi Mountains, with guided tours, rock art, and ancient village sites.
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This State Recreation Area On The Wisconsin-Michigan Border Boasts Camping, River Fun, And Waterfall Hikes
To escape into nature in Northern Wisconsin, head up to the Michigan border where a wild river leads to waterfall hikes, river fun, and primitive camping.
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Forget Florida, Retire To This Midwest Gem With Casino Fun, River Views, And Outdoor Escapes
Spend your retirement years soaking up four seasons while hitting the casino, taking strolls along the river, and visiting animal sanctuaries in this county.
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14 Best Places To Have An Authentic, Fun Midwest Fall Getaway
The Midwest is an underrated, autumnal gem that deserves just as much fall foliage hype as New England. Here are some of the best places for leaf peeping.
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Los Angeles' Quirky Suburb Is A Friendly California City With Parks, Local Shops, And Tasty Eats
Experience Los Angeles County away from the tourist spots in this suburban city, filled with family-friendly parks, diverse food spots, and a brewery.
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My 5 Favorite Spots On Hawaii's Big Island To Show Out-Of-Towners
If you're visiting Hawaii's Big Island and aren't sure where to start, consider these local-approved spots, from a beach for snorkeling to a historical park.
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An Hour From Branson Is Missouri's Only National Forest Scenic Byway With Access To The Ozarks And Idyllic Nature
With several overlooks and quick access to both camping and hiking, this scenic byway in Missouri is a wonderful way to enjoy the beautiful Ozarks.
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New England's Once-Thriving Industrial Center Is Now A State Park With Canal Walks And A Nostalgic Carousel
This unassuming pocket near the Connecticut River once produced more paper than anywhere else in the world — today, it is a scenic piece of history.
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What A Long Beach Peninsula Getaway Is Like Outside Of Summer
Long Beach, Washington, is a cool, lovely destination in the summer, but if you want to head there in the off-season, there is plenty of check out as well.
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Colorado's Only Active Volcano Is A 'Mysterious Anomaly In The Rockies' To Explore Under An Hour From Vail
Although most of Colorado’s mountain landscape was formed millions of years ago through volcanic activity, one active volcano remains near Vail.
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Between Dayton And Columbus Is A Charming Midwest City With Antique Shops, River Views, And Tasty Restaurants
For a mid-sized Midwest city break, visitors can enjoy an afternoon of antiquing, riverside trails, and delicious eateries at this Ohio destination.
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This Nature Park In Tampa Is A Family-Friendly Getaway For Scenic Walks, Wildlife, And Zipline Fun
For a family-friendly spot to enjoy nature and burn off some energy, head to this park with plenty of trails and a great outdoor playground with a zipline.
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This Midwestern US State Made It Illegal To Serve Faux Butter At Restaurants
There are plenty of unique laws across the United States, including a ban on margarine in restaurants that is still on the books in one state.
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Forget Cape Cod, Visit This Less-Crowded Connecticut Gem With New England Charm, State Parks, And Beaches
If you're looking for the beach fun of Cape Cod but want to avoid the crowds, you can head to this Connecticut county with quieter-but-still-lively towns.
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Indiana's Highly Underrated County To Retire Is A Scenic Nature Escape With Parks And A Charming Town
You may not think of Indiana when pondering retirement, but this scenic gem with parks and a charming town sits at the top of counties to retire in for 2026.
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This East Coast Escape In North Carolina Is Packed With Beaches, Seafood, And Scenic Parks
This county on a barrier island off the coast of North Carolina highlights historic sites, soundside sunsets, and delicious waterfront restaurants.
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Between Waco And Fort Worth Is Texas' Lakeside Park With Camping, Fishing, And Boating
Perched at the edge of a 23,500-acre lake, this underrated park offers unlimited access to the water, as well as free day-use areas and overnight campsites.
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Wisconsin's Scenic Lake Under An Hour From Milwaukee Is A Boating Paradise With Fishing, Wildlife, And Trails
This Wisconsin lake invites visitors to fish for pike and panfish, kayak and waterski across its calm waters, and enjoy its scenic 10 miles of shoreline.
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