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Most Missourians know about the popular waterfalls around the state – Mina Sauk Falls, Grand Falls, and Rocky Falls, to name just a few. However, hidden within the lush landscape, we can also find an abundance of unnamed, little known waterfalls that are just waiting to be discovered. For a fun day outdoors, plan a trek along the waterfall trail at Lon Sanders Canyon in Missouri. Stretched across more than 1,600 acres near Piedmont, Lon Sanders Canyon boasts an abundance of natural beauty....

Where do you go when you find yourself with a sweet tooth in the Treasure State? Montana has an abundance of bakeries, and for that we are thankful. But if you live near Helena, we hope you’ve had the chance to try the sweet treats at Park Avenue Bakery. The European pastries are out of this world. You’ll find Park Avenue Bakery in an unmistakable building at 44 South Park Avenue in Helena....

If you’re a sweets lover in Minnesota, you’re in luck. The Land of 10,000 Lakes is full of delicious bakeries and candy shops. There are countless options in every region of the state, but today we’d like to introduce one that stands out in St. Paul. Marc Heu Patisserie Paris is an amazing place to get French pastries that are almost too beautiful to eat. Read on below to learn more about this patisserie that will have you coming back again and again:...

If you’re looking to escape scorching temperatures as the weather warms up, don’t be tempted to settle for a boring municipal pool. Arkansas has plenty of places where you can enjoy nature and beat the heat! One of our personal favorites is Gunner Pool, which has some of the bluest water you’ll ever encounter! Located in the minuscule town of Fifty-Six (a Stone County city with a population that numbers only about twice its name!...

FINALLY. It’s that time again: fall is here, and Indiana is about to see changing colors galore before the world is coated in layers of bright white snow. So, where are the best places to see fall color in Indiana? There is no short answer to that – the entire state often finds itself in the throes of colorful autumn splendor year after year – but we did go ahead and put together a shortlist of some of our favorites!...

From cemeteries to taverns, to historic inns, New Hampshire seems to be filled with ghoulish reminders of tragedies past. Its Colonial Theatre in Laconia is no exception. All types of creepy matters manifest here. Townspeople have spotted an apparition of a man walking through the building. Others have heard footsteps on stairs that no one is climbing. While the theater was built in 1914, it was renovated this year. It attracts large audiences coming to see live music....

Get out your binders, folks, it’s time to update your Arkansas bucket list once again. This time we’re adding one of the most beautiful trails in the Natural State, but not simply because it’s an Arkansan favorite. We’re adding it because it’s so undeniably awesome that every Arkansan needs to experience it at least once. Lost Valley Trail is located in the Buffalo National River region in Arkansas, and you can find directions to the trail by clicking this link....

For a decade, thousands of fun-loving Montanans would go to Whitefish over the course of two weekends to celebrate the best Oktoberfest the state has ever seen. The events of 2020 threw a wrench in our plans for big gatherings, and this year has proven to be a bit bizarre as well. Fortunately, Whitefish’s annual fall festival is back, and although the celebration will be more subdued and spread out, it’s still going to be a great time....

We like to say that we’re venturing out into the wilderness when we go camping, but how often do we modern Nebraskans really get to visit unspoiled wilderness? There are only two officially designated wilderness areas in Nebraska: one near Valentine and another in western Nebraska near Fort Robinson. The plentiful natural areas in western Nebraska are all truly stunning, but there’s one that stands out as unique among them....

Have you been to a zoo recently? If the last time you went to one was in grade school, you might be due for a trip. The Hawkeye State has a handful of zoos and nature centers with animals to enjoy. And although you can choose to stay home and watch some of the extensive, incredible footage of the animal world available these days, it’s not the same as seeing the real animals with your own eyes and making discoveries about their behavior, form, gracefulness, regalness, and – yes – adorableness....

Now that temperatures are warming up, you may be looking for things to see and places to go around the Centennial State, which can be downright overwhelming. Are you up for suggestions? If so, we highly recommend visiting the exciting and unique Rancho Del Rio resort in Colorado: Located in the small town of Bond, Rancho Del Rio is billed as “Not Your Usual Resort”… and for a good reason!...

There’s nothing like a sauna to melt your stress away, especially when that sauna is tucked away in an idyllic locale, like the Northwoods. While this concept may sound too good to be true, it actually exists – and you’ll find it at Palmquist Farm. Occupying 800 acres in Brantwood, Palmquist Farm is a beef cattle and timber farm. Palmquist Farm/Facebook It’s also an all-inclusive resort with lots of amenities, including two wood-burning saunas – the Big Sauna and the Sauna Cabin....

While most of the south tends to have a claim to fame in the BBQ department, Louisiana somehow missed out on that culinary train. We may not be known for our BBQ, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t know how to fire up the grill and go to town on a brisket or two. If you’re a fan of Texas-style BBQ, then you have to make your way over to Alexandria, where you’ll find Koal’s, one of the best BBQ restaurants in Louisiana....

It’s truly amazing what you’ll discover here in Northern California if you take the time to explore some hidden gems. The Sonoma Botanical Garden is a beautiful destination that surprisingly few know about! The serene garden is filled with beauty – in fact, it’s home to one of the largest collections of Asian plants in North American and Europe. Take a few hours to walk through the garden and explore its beauty....

There’s an exquisite place to hike called Seven Pillars Nature Preserve in Peru, Indiana, and it is known for its limestone rock formations. Nature lovers adore this place and so will you. Seven Pillars Nature Preserve spans nearly 150 acres in total and is situated along the Mississinewa River in northern Indiana. Google/Sam Gerke It contains a 1.8-mile trail that leads through forestry and past rocky bluffs to the ultimate attraction....

Illinois has so many unique outdoor places for all to enjoy, even in the city. Located in a neighborhood of South Chicago, the property of an abandoned steel mill was transformed into a beautiful park in 2002. Featuring lake views, pathways, natural areas, remnants of the historic mill, and recreational activities, Steelworkers Park provides a wonderful place to escape from city life. Set among the urban landscape, residents and visitors alike can enjoy a bit of nature here at the 16....

Here in Oregon, we are lucky to have access to an abundance of fresh, flavorful seafood. Wild salmon, Albacore tuna, Dungeness crab, shrimp, oysters, and rockfish — you’ll find a bounty of amazing catches along the Oregon Coast. While there are numerous exemplary places to go for seafood, today we’re focusing on seven superlative spots, each of which brings something unique to the table. No matter where you’re located in the state, these seven Oregon Coast seafood restaurants are absolutely worth visit....

There are certain things in life that absolutely need to be experienced in person; photographs, videos, and social media simply cannot compare. Seeing a 60,000-pound gray whale breach the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean? It’s definitely one of those things. Coastal Oregon is full of spectacular places to go whale watching, offering close-up views of these magnificent mammals. There’s one particular Oregon town where you’ll find best whale watching in the state....

Who said museums had to be stuffy places filled with boring placards and decades-old dioramas? That’s certainly not the case for this interactive museum in Idaho. In fact, this museum is home to the largest collection of pinball machines in all of Idaho…and yes, you can absolutely play them. This fun destination pays homage to all-things-retro so that future generations can experience the beauty of pinball for years to come!...

Finding adventure in Utah often means doing little more than lacing up our hiking boots for a day outdoors. Utah’s home to quite a few Puebloan ruins that give us an insightful glimpse into life more than 2,000 years ago. Journey back thousands of years when you embark on the Hovenweep Ruins Trail, which leads to Puebloan village ruins in Utah. It’s definitely one of those hikes to add to the bucket list....