This Massive Amusement Park In The Midwest Is A Hidden Gem Full Of Family-Friendly Fun
With 27 themed rides and roller coasters for all ages, this massive indoor amusement park in the Midwest is a great destination for family-friendly fun.
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North America's Largest High-Elevation Lake Offers Pristine Recreation In A National Park
Sitting at over 7,000 feet above sea level, this pristine, high-altitude lake located in one of America's most popular national parks is bucket-list worthy.
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Florida's Abandoned Amusement Park Is Thriving Again As Lush Gardens With Dinosaur Relics
It's not everyday you get to visit a plantation-turned-dinosaur park-turned-garden getaway. But this Port Orange family-friendly destination is unique.
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California's Former Navy Base Is Becoming A New Community With Waterfront Parks & Recreation
This historic navy base helped defend the United States through multiple wars and has now become one of the Bay Area’s most exciting new communities.
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Forget Death Valley, This Vast National Monument In California Offers Epic Scenery With Fewer Crowds
Death Valley National Park is an iconic destination with crowds to match. This wilderness area to the south has stunning desert landscapes with fewer visitors.
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Arizona's Former Missile Silo Is Now America's Only Publicly Accessible Titan II Launch Complex
The Cold War was a terrifying time, but at this fascinating Arizona museum, you can run a launch simulation and see a Titan II missile and silo up close.
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Nestled At The Foot Of Utah's Wasatch Mountains Is A Cozy City With Nearby Trails And Ski Resorts
Just north of Salt Lake City, this Utah getaway offers easy access to mountain hikes, winter skiing, historic streets, local restaurants, and scenic views.
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North Dakota's Former National Park Is Now A Lush Wildlife Preserve With Easy Hiking Trails
Once a national park, this North Dakota nature preserve is home to bison, prairie dogs, and wetland birds that can be observed on scenic drives and easy trails.
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Kentucky's Former National Park Is Now A Historic Gem With Easy Trails And An Original Memorial
Kentucky's Lincoln country offers a rewarding day trip from Louisville, with woodland walks, historic sites, and stories from the president's early years.
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One Of Florida's Longest Piers Is A Gulf Coast Hotspot With License-Free Fishing And Fresh Seafood
Beyond the usual Florida beach stops, this Gulf Coast destination offers pier fishing without a separate license, coastal wildlife sightings, and fresh seafood.
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Forget Big Basin, This State Park Is A Hidden Gem With Redwoods & Fewer Crowds
For gorgeous sequoias and redwoods among 30 miles of hiking and biking trails, skip Big Basin and visit this hidden gem state park with fewer crowds instead.
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Ohio's Abandoned Riverside Amusement Park Is Now A Thriving Public Space With Nearby Trails
For an easy Ohio day trip between Cincinnati and Dayton, this historic site offers a family-friendly playground, riverfront scenery, and places to walk or bike.
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California's Underrated Beach Town Is A Hidden Gem For Camping, Hot Springs, & A Fun Pier
With hundreds of miles of shoreline, California is home to plenty of cool beach towns. And this one offers visitors one of the state's best beaches.
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Maryland's Former Army Base Was DC's Only Defense. Now It's A Riverside Park With Scenic Trails
An easy day trip from Washington, DC, leads to a Maryland park where visitors can explore military ruins, hike wooded paths, and fish along the Potomac River.
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Between Modesto And Mammoth Lakes Is A California Mountain Village Inside A National Park
Near Yosemite's south entrance, a historic community offers giant sequoia hikes, waterfall trails, and riverside camping, plus a glimpse of the park's past.
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One Hour From Orlando Is Florida's Up-And-Coming City With Antique Malls And Nearby Lakes
There's more to the Orlando area than theme parks. This Central Florida getaway has antique malls, Southern dining, historic streets, and lakeside parks.
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Colorado's Abandoned Ski Area Near Denver Is Now A Popular Spot For Backcountry Slopes
This former ski resort in Colorado was abandoned and transformed into a beloved backcountry destination, with rustic charm and an interesting history.
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Near Duluth Is A Top-Rated Minnesota State Park With A 200-Foot Suspension Bridge And Scenic Camping
From riverside hiking and mountain biking to winter skiing, this scenic spot near Duluth offers plenty of reasons to plan a Minnesota camping weekend.
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Oregon's Unique City Is An Underrated Escape With Coastal Parks, Beaches, And Art Galleries
Beyond Oregon's better-known beach towns lies a relaxed coastal getaway with a lighthouse, rugged trails, local galleries, and an unusual working fishing port.
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This Underrated National Monument Offers A Scenic Drive With Dramatic, Close-Up Monoliths
A scenic drive near Grand Junction takes road trippers past red rock canyons, striking sandstone formations, and overlooks with plenty of photo stops.
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Lake Tahoe's Beloved Adventure Parks Offer Outdoor Thrills And Family-Friendly Fun
For a different Lake Tahoe experience, courses at this family-friendly adventure park feature wobbly bridges, tightropes, and zip lines among the trees.
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Missouri's Deepest Lake Has A Golden, Sandy Beach And Pristine Blue-Green Water For Swimming
With miles of shoreline, Caribbean-like water, and a sandy beach perfect for family fun, this impressive lake in Missouri is an ideal vacation destination.
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New York's Underrated Finger Lakes Town Offers A Scenic Wine Trail With Lush Fall Foliage
If you're visiting New York for a relaxing trip this fall, consider this scenic town by the iconic Finger Lakes, which will bring you great hikes and wine.
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Ohio's Abandoned Airport Site Will Thrive Again As A New Waterfront Park With Trails And Boardwalks
Once an international airport, this picturesque tract of land along Lake Erie is being transformed into a park that will offer a unique nature experience.
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Not Yosemite, Not Colonial Creek Falls: This Is The Tallest Waterfall In The US Hands Down
Step aside Yosemite and Colonial Creek Falls, this impressive, inaccessible, 3,000-foot sea cliff houses the tallest waterfall in the United States.
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One Of North America's Most Polluted Lakes Is A No-Go For Swimming
This iconic Florida lake might look inviting, but it's the most polluted body of water in North America. Here's why you should think twice about swimming.
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Forget Rocky Mountain National Park, Visit This Underrated Forest For Remote Outdoor Fun
This vast Colorado wilderness offers dramatic scenery, and its remote location means fewer crowds. Here's why it's well-worth visiting for outdoor adventure.
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