This up-and-coming neighborhood in California is a former Navy base that now features beautiful waterfront parks, 22 miles of trails, and restaurants.
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An easy detour from San Diego leads to a peaceful wine-country escape with boutique wineries, vineyard views, horseback riding, and outdoor adventures.
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From kayak rentals and trout fishing to lakeside campsites and mountain hikes, this California getaway has plenty to offer outdoor-loving travelers.
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This massive coastal fortress is now one of Rhode Island’s most underrated and rewarding state parks, with history tours and outdoor adventure.
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Some of North America's most rewarding outdoor escapes are in overlooked national parks, with remote landscapes, wildlife encounters, and fewer tourists.
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Michigan just opened its 104th state park right in the heart of a city, connecting five existing parks along a river for ample outdoor recreation.
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This California gem is often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, but has real outdoor adventure appeal and cozy charm for a mountain escape.
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Renewed urban spaces can be some of the best and most interesting destinations a city can have. This rough-around-the-edges former fort is one example.
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This stunning State Recreation Area has 22 clear ponds, miles of trails, and activities for outdoor lovers, including scuba diving with great visibility.
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The state of American rail travel isn't what it once was. But thankfully, you can take advantage of the the longest rail trail in the country.
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This former army base with over 100 years of U.S. military history is now a camping spot with horseback riding trails, a lake, and a thriving community.
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Everyone wants to visit the national parks, but what about the nearby cities that add to the experience? The country's first national park city is worth a look.
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Disney is building a new resort on the site of one of its original water parks, an abandoned property with a dark but fascinating history. Here's what to know.
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Families visiting San Diego can fill a day with waterfront strolls, outdoor play, creative workshops, and casual dining at a historic local attraction.
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This amusement park in Florida features thrilling roller coasters, family-friendly rides, and safari animals like cheetahs, gorillas, and giraffes.
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Visit one of the largest urban parks in the United States with trails, wildlife, and an interesting history that make it more than just a city green space.
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When military bases close, governments often turn them into something for the greater public good. This former marine base is a great example of that.
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Families planning an Orlando vacation may have another indoor attraction to consider, with water slides and entertainment planned near Walt Disney World.
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Minnesota has thousands of lakes, but this unique cluster sits inside a former granite quarry, making it a unique place for an outdoorsy getaway.
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This former amusement park based on a comic-strip will soon become a scenic nature park in the Ozarks, with a trout hatchery, nature trails, and a restaurant.
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Every chamber in California’s Black Chasm Cavern features unique gravity-defying formations that can look like butterflies, dragons, candy canes, or crystals.
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This underrated national park receives very few annual visitors yet hides stunning wilderness with glaciers and fall foliage that rivals the Alps.
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This national refuge has an interesting backstory and has been revitalized to become a thriving urban wildlife sanctuary just 10 minutes from Denver.
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The West has no shortage of scenic drives for adventurous road trippers, but this 23-mile route stuns with dramatic landscapes and canyon overlooks.
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This popular trail in the Rockies is one of AllTrails' best-rated U.S. hikes, featuring three alpine lakes, dense forest, and stunning mountain peaks.
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This pristine lake near Boston has over 180 miles of shoreline with great fishing, an extraordinary origin story, and no houses or developments.
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Combining both nature and history, this former army base in New Jersey features a historic lighthouse and gun batteries as well as beaches and nature trails.
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