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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Black Sand Beach at Waianapanapa State Park in Hawaii Is Unforgettable

Wainapanapa State Park in Hawaii is home to Maui's best-known black sand beach and should be on your must-visit list

by Trent Jonas

on Nov 1

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Missouri’s Cleanest and Deepest Lakes at Table Rock Lake State Park

by Alana Fravell

on Oct 29

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Montana’s Largest, Cleanest Lakes at Flathead Lake State Park

by Andrea Verschuyl

on Oct 25

A sailboat floats in the middle of a vast, blue lake on a clear-sky day.

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Hawaii’s Highest-Altitude, Cleanest Lakes at Mauna Kea Ice Age Natural Area Reserve

by Andrea Verschuyl

on Oct 24

In a snowy landscape, a small alpine lake stands out at sunset.

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Audubon Center in Missouri Where You’ll See More Than 30 Bird Species in a Single Afternoon

by Alana Fravell

on Oct 23

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The Most Iconic View in Michigan Is Also a Stunning Slice of History

You'll find one of the most iconic views in Michigan along the Empire Bluff Trail at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

by Trent Jonas

on Oct 23

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Freshwater Swimming Hole at This State Park in Florida Is My Dog’s Favorite Place

Discover the dog beach at Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale, Florida—a perfect spot for off-leash fun, swimming, and socializing.

by Megan Todaro

on Oct 22

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The Iconic Trail in Georgia Everyone Should Hike Once in Their Lifetime

The Etowah Indian Mounds Interpretive and River Walk Trail is a 1.1-mile loop trail that is family-friendly and takes visitors to the earthen mounds of an indigenous community who lived there long ago.

by Kelly Carroll

on Oct 21

View of the mounds under a blue sky at the Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site

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The Iconic Trail in Florida Everyone Should Hike Once in Their Lifetime

The Sawgrass Lake Park Trail is a 1.1-mile trail that takes visitors through areas of lush vegetation and along a lake, Sawgrass Lake. There are numerous opportunities to view wildlife, including alligators, birds, and reptiles. The area also has picnic tables, grills, and restrooms.

by Kelly Carroll

on Oct 21

Sawgrass Lake which can be viewed from the Sawgrass Lake Park Trail in Pinellas County, Florida

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Washington’s Deepest, Cleanest Lakes at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Colchuck Lake is a hidden gem nestled in Washington’s Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Its pristine beauty makes it one of the most awe-inspiring lakes in the Pacific Northwest.

by Megan McDonald

on Oct 18

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The Breathtaking Small Town State Park in Missouri That We Can’t Stop Thinking About

Explore Big Lake State Park in small-town Craig, Missouri. Wildlife and serene waters await at Missouri’s largest natural body of water.

by Alana Fravell

on Oct 17

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Iconic Trail in South Carolina Everyone Should Hike Once in Their Lifetime

Explore the unique Sandhills Hiking Trails in South Carolina, where ancient sandy dunes, longleaf pine forests, and diverse wildlife create a distinctive outdoor adventure.

by Megan Todaro

on Oct 17

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Kentucky’s Most Fascinating, Historic Lakes at Land Between the Lakes

Discover the serene beauty of Hematite Lake in Kentucky's Land Between the Lakes, offering peaceful trails, fishing spots, and rich historical connections to the area's iron mining past.

by Megan Todaro

on Oct 15