One of the most historic stretches of the Trail of Tears is found in Illinois, and while guests can walk the path, it puts hikers in the footsteps of a terrible stain that has been left on the country for centuries. A protected area has been built up around the marked trail that Native Americans were once forced to take while being removed from their land, and it can still be walked today....
While there are numerous trails to choose from in Massachusetts, this little hike in Douglas State Forest will take you to somewhere you’ve never been before. Starting at a lake, you’ll then ascend 5.4 miles until you’re met with a marker that shows where three states meet. Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island all meet at the end of the Tri-State Marker Trail, and it’s a novelty experience that you need to experience for yourself....
When you’re up for a truly unique adventure, cave exploration is the perfect option. (Check out this map to read all about our favorite Ohio caves.) The deepest cave in the state belongs on every Ohioan’s bucket list. Year-round, a visit to the Ohio Caverns in West Liberty is the perfect way to seize the day, learn something new about our state and have an unforgettable adventure. The temperature is perfect, even during the winter months when snow might be on the ground....
If you’re looking for a fun summertime adventure, make plans to visit Afton, Wyoming! This small Star Valley town is home to shops, dining, seafood, and a mystifying intermittent spring. Afton is a quirky little town in the Star Valley that’s famous for being home to the world’s largest elk antler arch. K. Magarac Many people who visit Afton fall in love with the charming shops along Washington Street. Pick up a box of sweets from Star Valley Chocolate!...
If you’re looking for something new to try this summer, Lake Travis has just the place. Waterloo Adventures is a floating obstacle course with over 600 feet of exhilarating challenges and two football fields worth of beach amenities. There’s no better way to soak up the sun! A floating obstacle course on the beautiful Lake Travis, Waterloo Adventures promises a fun-filled day for the whole family. 1500 feet of shoreline and breathtaking Hill Country views will send you straight into summer vacation mode....
As New Yorkers, you’re already more than aware of the fact that our state has a true abundance of waterfalls. With thousands of these natural wonders scattered throughout our state, you’ll find some are hiding in plain sight while others require you to travel off the beaten path quite a bit more. Previously here at Only In New York, you may remember the fact that we highlighted how Ithaca is considered to be our City of Waterfalls....
Alabama is home to many scenic outdoor spots that are certainly a nature lover’s dream come true. From majestic mountains to gorgeous waterfalls, you never know what you’ll discover while exploring our great state. Listed below are 10 of Alabama’s most scenic outdoor spots. If you’re a nature enthusiast, you’ll love them all. Mount Cheaha tripadvisor/Big_Globe_Traveler With an elevation of 2,413 feet, Mount Cheaha is Alabama’s highest natural point. This majestic mountain, which offers incredible views, is also home to Cheaha State Park (Delta) - Alabama’s oldest continually operating state park (1933)....
Once you’ve called Boston home, it’s hard to live anywhere else. Even if you’re lured away by promises of year-round sunshine, you’ll find yourself thinking fondly and wistfully of The Hub. While we all have specific people and places that make us feel sentimental, there are also some shared things that many people miss when they leave Boston. Here are 14 of them: Dunks – you can navigate your way through Boston by following a trail of Dunkin’ Donuts locations....
Few places in the Southeastern United States have the ability to steal your breath away in quite the same way as the Linville Gorge in western North Carolina. Considered by many to be one of the last great places on Earth, the Gorge is almost overwhelming in size, scale, and rugged elegance. The Gorge spans an impressive 12 miles and frames the Linville River with steep walls. Google Local/Jason Mears...
Most of us who have been living in Texas for any significant amount of time are familiar with the dinosaur tracks in Glen Rose, but the actual trails leading to them aren’t discussed as much. Cedar Brake Outer Loop is one such place, featuring a magical forest, crystal-clear river, and several other breathtaking landscapes along the way. Cedar Brake Outer Loop is an 8.3-mile trail that winds through Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose....
There’s a lot to love about Maine, but sometimes it feels like the coast gets all the good attention. Tourists flock to the state’s beach towns and for good reason. They’re beautiful. But we also know that inland Maine has some pretty special things to love. There are the lakes, the camps, the beautifully quiet forest and the many hiking trails. But, of course, you know we love food and we can’t forget that some of the best restaurants in the state are found inland....
Where do you go when you need a quick lunch? The Land of 10,000 Lakes has just as many fast-food spots as anywhere else. But sometimes, you crave a midday meal that is a little more wholesome. That’s where Minnesota’s many small restaurants and delis come into play. There’s one deli in particular – Beno’s Deli in Winona, Minnesota – that is as delicious as it is fast, making it the perfect place to stop for lunch on a busy weekday or an activity-filled weekend....
Located just an hour north of Las Vegas, the Muddy Mountains Wilderness is a stunning region that’s rich with unique geologic features and beautiful desert scenery. Considered a paradise for geology enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, visiting this wilderness area is a must. One of the most popular hiking trails in the area is the Bowl of Fire trail, and it’s a great way to explore some of the area’s most breathtaking geologic wonders....
In the summertime when the weather is high, there is no shortage of things to see and do around the Mount Rushmore State, thanks to our beautiful state parks, incredible landmarks, and outdoor activities galore! If you are like us, you look forward to all of the above as well as taking in a movie at the drive-in, a warm-weather favorite that is beginning to make its seasonal debut around South Dakota:...
Every year as warm weather returns to Oregon, the distinct chorus of the male Pacific Treefrog is a herald of spring. In a time when daily life is anything but ordinary, these tiny frogs are a welcome sight and sound. The Pacific Treefrog is the most common frog in Oregon, and the sweet sounds of their choruses beckon in spring every year. Tom Schwabel/Moment Collection via Getty Images These tiny frogs are just two inches long....
Zoos across Texas have been offering webcams, Facebook Lives, and other virtual features, but one is taking it a step further while still maintaining safe social distancing measures. The San Antonio Zoo now has a drive-thru experience that allows guests to observe their favorite animals from the comfort of their own vehicle. Presented by Broadway Bank, this Drive-Thru experience allows animal lovers to enjoy the San Antonio Zoo like never before....
Let’s go on an adventure! One of summer’s favorite activities – camping – is in full swing for the season, and we’ve got a ton of campgrounds from which to choose in Pennsylvania. One of those campgrounds, in fact, features some pretty unique accommodations, including teepees and classic cabins. For a really unique camping adventure, check into this covered wagon in Pennsylvania. Delaware Water Gap/Pocono Mountains KOA Holiday Campground, in East Stroudsburg, offers a camping adventure for campers of all personalities…...
Spending a perfect day in Florida doesn’t necessarily mean lounging by the beach with a tropical drink in hand, although that does sound pretty dreamy. No, this perfect Florida day involves challenging your family or friends to an ultimate arcade showdown. In Orlando, there is a massive arcade set up with the coolest vintage and modern arcade games around. Earn high scores and win big-ticket prizes over at Arcade City in Orlando....
Driving around North America you’ll encounter the occasional tunnel that’s been carved through some huge mountain because it was an easier feat to go through the mountain than construct a road over or around it. But South Carolina is void of any fun tunnels you can drive through. However, there is this one historic tunnel in South Carolina that not many people know exist. The Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel, located just outside of Walhalla, is steeped with history....
To those who are lucky enough to have explored New York, you’ll find that so many people who are adventuring around our state are often seeking out our picture-perfect waterfalls or tallest mountaintops. Well, if you’re looking to check out a breathtaking area of the Empire State that’s special yet, also a bit lesser-known, then see why there’s nothing else quite like this one remote hike through our state’s Sunken Forest....
