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One of the best places to practicing social distancing and enjoy the great outdoors is at Great Salt Plains Park in Jet. You can dig for one-of-a-kind selenite crystals and there is a ton of space for lots of people to enjoy this park. You could spend all day here enjoying the digging area, swimming in the lake, hiking on the trails, and breathing lots of fresh air. Keep scrolling for more details on this unique state park....

We all probably have our own favorite legend – and theories behind it – whether it’s the sudden appearance and rapid departure of Momo or it’s the Ozark Spook Light in Missouri. The legend of the Ozark Spook Light dates back more than a century, and the stories behind it may be just as intriguing as capturing a glimpse of the light itself. People have been talking about the Ozark Spook Light since the 1800s....

Now that spring has finally arrived here in New York, you may have some of our state’s serene gardens and floral-based attractions on your mind. While you may be craving a stroll through the gardens on a beautiful sunny day, there’s one scenic destination in our state that you’ll also want to keep on your radar. Ready to be swept right off of your feet? Then see what it’s like to drive out to Lavender By the Bay in Suffolk County....

Take your taste buds on an old-fashioned culinary adventure with a visit to Mullin’s Short Stop. Authentically retro, the eatery opened decades ago and has stuck to its roots, doling out an array of fast-food eats and frozen treats ever since. Take a look: In the small town of Columbus, just off a stretch of Highway 73, you’ll find Mullin’s Short Stop. JDMilburn/TripAdvisor If the sign doesn’t get your attention, the eatery’s colorful exterior will....

It’s no secret that Detroit has played a vital role in the history of automobile production. After all, they don’t call us the Motor City for nothing, and there’s something undeniably fascinating about taking a trip down memory lane to revisit the earliest days of Detroit’s automotive production prowess. Here are 11 incredible photos from the history of the auto industry that will surely fascinate. This capture from 1917 shows the Kessler-Detroit Motor Car Company Factory, one of the earliest examples of the auto industry’s influence here in the Motor City....

Nashville is a fun place to go on tours and wander the honkytonks of Broadway, but some folks are looking for something a bit more low-key and inspired. If you’re a creative type, someone that loves to work with your hands or simply bask in the glow of having created something on your own, then you should definitely check out the DIY classes at AR Workshop. This locally owned Nashville, Tennessee gem is a great spot for date nights and group hangouts, and a visit comes with a whole lot of fun....

Nowadays, it doesn’t seem like much of Nashville is really “hidden.” The once quiet town in the heart of the American south has become a tourist mecca, the kind of place that locals hardly recognize and out-of-towners marvel at. Still, Nashville has a few spots throughout that city that herald a sweeter, calmer time, and one of them is Marathon Village. This beautiful and historic space is prime time when it comes to a Saturday morning....

You most likely know all there is to know about the Eisenhower Tunnel, Colorado’s most famous tunnel as well as the highest point on the Interstate Highway System. However, relatively few have heard of the Moffat Tunnel, which has been an important means of transportation for both the railroad and water since the late 1920s. This unique tunnel in Colorado is steeped in history, which is sure to impress any residents of the Rocky Mountain State....

Oftentimes here at Only In New York, we like to highlight the newest businesses and restaurants that are up and running here in our state. With that said, we equally love to showcase all of the incredible eateries that have been long-standing in New York — feeding generations of our residents and continuing to operate even under the most uncertain of times. If you’re ready to get a taste of history and to learn more about our state, then be sure to see what’s so special about the Ransom Steele Tavern....

If you’re lucky enough to live in Lewis and Clark County, you know what an incredibly beautiful area it is. And back in 1805, Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark thought so, too. They spent about five months exploring Montana during their expedition, and Meriweather Lewis himself crossed the Continental Divide on what is now the Alice Creek Trail #440. Hike this stunning trail yourself and retrace the footsteps of our history....

Looking for the northern lights is a great way to spend a winter night. If you’re in search of a warm, cozy spot to watch the aurora from, the Ski Land Lodge in Fairbanks, Alaska will provide you with a beautiful spot atop a mountain, perfect for aurora borealis watching. Dress warmly and bring your camera, because this is a sight you can’t miss! Of all the amazing things to see during the Alaska winter, the northern lights is one that most people go out of their way to experience....

Talkeetna Roadhouse is famous all throughout Alaska and beyond for their mouthwatering pies. A traditional Alaskan roadhouse, this amazing place has a bakery that is out of this world. It’s so popular they even host baking classes to learn how to craft their delicious pies! The Talkeetna Roadhouse is an institution in Talkeetna, Alaska. Talkeetna Roadhouse / Facebook The roadhouse was built in 1917 and is a historically significant building, providing lodging fur trappers, miners, and now climbers of Denali and explorers of Talkeetna and the surrounding area....

If you really want to absorb some celestial sights, all you need to do is look up. A stunning meteor shower will grace the night sky between April 16 and 25, and you won’t want to miss it. Find a dark and quiet field and gaze up at the stars. Surges of up to 100 meteors per hour will light up the Connecticut skies during the 2020 Lyrid Meteor Shower....

There’s something rejuvenating about taking a casual stroll through a peaceful garden. When everything is in bloom and everywhere you look is just a sea of color, well, it’s one of life’s simple pleasures. There’s one particular garden hiding in northeastern Louisiana that’s one of the most delightful hidden gems in the state, and you’ll never want to leave. Let’s take a closer look. Once the home of Joseph A Biedenharn, the Biedenharn Museum is one of the most fascinating museums in northeastern Louisiana....

There is a haunted tunnel in South Carolina that usually gives people the creeps when they visit, but most don’t know the real reason why. Visitors to Stumphouse Tunnel in Walhalla, South Carolina often mistake the fears they experience while visiting the failed railroad tunnel as simply a fear of being in closed places, or possibly a fear of dark places. Little do some know that Stumphouse Tunnel is actually haunted....

Did you know that there is a coast-to-coast highway that passes through West Virginia? It’s called the National All Trails Road (because it joins the National Road and the Sante Fe Trail), and the portion in West Virginia dates back over 200 years, providing us a rich connection to our history and our fellow Americans. In the early 1800s, as America emerged from its infancy, restless settlers itched to explore westward....

There aren’t too many places in the country where you’ll find a delicious, soul-satisfying restaurant smack dab in the middle of a state park. Especially the type of state park that boasts stunning springs that are perfect for a summer day in the sunshine. But what if we told you that this historic state park restaurant in Florida also lets you cook your own food at the table? This might be a mind-blowing experience in the making....

Connecticut is home to plenty of paranormal activity. If you want to search for ghosts inside a creepy cemetery, haunted book store, or abandoned town, you may come home with some terrifying tales. But no place is clouded in as much mystery as The Sterling Opera House in Derby. The legends surrounding this historic building in Connecticut are nightmarish. Built in 1889, The Sterling Opera House was once a thriving piece of Connecticut’s arts scene....

The Cowboy State isn’t known for its towering bridges – you won’t find a span the size of the Verrazano out here, or a crossing with the history of the Brooklyn Bridge. However, we are known for a few bridges, including one of the first tourist attractions in the west. Another famous landmark out here is the Sunlight Creek Bridge. It’s the tallest bridge in Wyoming and it’s part of a stunning scenic drive....

Every once in a while, you deserve to treat yourself to a truly memorable meal out. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind dining experience, head to Frederica, where you’ll find some of the freshest seafood around. Be sure to save room for dessert, because this waterfront seafood shack also serves the best pie in Delaware. JP’s Wharf is an iconic restaurant on the water in Delaware that’s known for being a local favorite....