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Oklahoma is no stranger to beautiful campsites. Fortunately, we have hundreds to choose from in every corner of the state. One of the most spectacular places to camp is at Broken Bow State Park in southeastern Oklahoma. This state park boasts over 390 glorious campsites, many of which sit right on the water. It’s situated in one of the most mountainous regions in the state and offers visitors many water sources including streams, a lake, rivers, ponds, and more....

If you’ve ever been to Mono Lake, then you know exactly how special of a place it is. Located on the eastern edge of the Sierra Nevada, this ancient saline lake is one of the oldest bodies of water in the western hemisphere. The desert lake is unusually lively and it’s most notably critical habitat for many waterfowl. However, it’s the lake’s bizarre appearance that makes it a must-see destination. Known for its “tufa towers”, you’ll get closer than ever to this ancient lake and its treasures when you take on a guided kayak tour with this company....

If you live in West Virginia, you’re already a step ahead of everyone else in the nation. That’s right, citizenship in our state comes with some unique privileges that no one else in the U.S. enjoys. Here are just a few examples: “Country Roads” is about us. Sorry, other 49. You’re just not Almost Heaven and you never will be. krblokhin/iStock Collection via Getty Images Plus No one knows where we are....

Have you ever seen the Centennial State from high up in the sky? No, we do not mean via airplane, but rather from atop one of our amazing peaks! Are you ready to lace up your shoes and hit the trail? Then we will meet you at the incredible mountaintop Hahns Peak Lookout Tower in Colorado: Welcome to Hahns Peak, a former mining area that is now one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets!...

The French Broad River flows for 218 miles from Transylvania County in North Carolina into Tennessee. Framed by rugged mountains much of that distance, the river is a particularly picturesque spot for river tubing in the summer in North Carolina. A summer in the Tar Heel State without a river tubing adventure would be void of a quintessential warm weather experience, for sure. So why not go all the way and take the longest float trip you can find in North Carolina?...

Museums often get a bad rap as being boring. Maybe it’s the seemingly endless “educational” field trips we are dragged on as kids. Or maybe it’s the dry, stuffy air of some museums, which we admit, can be dull. One museum in Connecticut that is anything but dull is a bit of a hidden secret. Some locals don’t even know that hiding on the upper floor of the Old State House in Hartford is a museum of the weird and wacky....

Montana’s a beautiful state with a rich history. Chances are pretty high that no one would argue with that statement. Nor would anyone argue that Montana has certainly changed during its long and storied history. When you watch this historical footage of Montana, shot in 1947, you’ll go on a journey that will take you to Helena, Butte, Missoula, and Glacier National Park. Back when this footage was shot in 1947, World War II was already two years in the past....

Thanksgiving Point is one of the best spots for entertainment along the Wasatch Front. If you want indoor fun, you can check out a movie at the Larry H. Miller Megaplex or visit the dinosaurs at the Museum of Ancient Life. When the weather’s nice, bask in the sun and get some fresh air on a stroll through Ashton Gardens, then stop by to say “hello” to the animals who live at Farm Country....

Are you looking for the perfect road trip destination or fun day trip with the family? Connors Farm in Danvers may be the solution. This awesome little farm has been growing delicious produce and entertaining guests since 1904! There are countless things to do at the farm, from meeting the animals to bouncing on a giant trampoline! Connors Farm is a family farm in Danvers that is so much more than a place to get veggies....

Tucked away in the state parks and wilderness of Pennsylvania tumble countless breathtaking waterfalls. Unfortunately, getting to many of those waterfalls requires hiking, which makes them inaccessible to a wide range of Pennsylvanians. Discover perhaps Pennsylvania’s most majestic waterfall without worrying about having to hike. Just about an hour outside of Scranton sits the second largest waterfall in Pennsylvania: Dingmans Falls. Yelp/Skip and Laura T. Stop by the Visitors Center before embarking on your leisurely stroll to the falls....

While Arkansas is not due for a massive swarm of cyclical cicadas in 2021, the state does serve as home for several species that emerge yearly. Cicadas are harmless, though their noises can certainly annoy nature lovers trying to enjoy the outdoors in peace, but where there are cicadas, there are often copperheads! The cyclical cicadas that emerge every 13 or 17 years are definitely the more well-known ones, but Arkansas actually has several species that appear annually, such as the Southern Grass Cicada....

Hot tamales are a hot commodity here in Mississippi. Not surprisingly, most residents have a go-to tamale spot, and for many, that “go-to” spot is Hicks’ World Famous Tamales. The owner of the landmark eatery has been satisfying the masses with his “world-famous hot tamales” for decades, and after one bite, you’ll see what all the fuss is about. Take a look: This is Hicks’ World Famous Tamales in Clarksdale....

What if we told you paradise was only 20 minutes away? Down in Plaquemines Parish lies one of the most beautiful campgrounds near New Orleans, and it’s the perfect getaway for those times when you just need to get away from the city for a few days. Paloma Lake is a secluded 53-acre lake in Braithwaite, Louisiana. palomalake.com Nestled within 1,500 acres of beautiful scenery, Paloma Lake is a camping experience like no other....

Everyone has their own bucket list, and hopefully we all achieve everything we want to in life… Things such as fall in love, learn a foreign language or have an epic vacation are things that are commonly dreamed about, and rightfully so. After all, who wouldn’t want to visit the Eiffel Tower with their soulmate and not be snubbed for not knowing how to speak French? Well, here is a more doable bucket list for those of us who love the Green Mountain State – 15 places in Vermont you must see before you die....

The best things in life really are free! And if you need proof, you’ll find it in the Badger State, which just so happens to be chock full of incredible natural wonders that you can witness for FREE. Grandad Bluff (La Crosse) Grandad Bluff/TripAdvisor Boasting an elevation of 590 feet, Grandad Bluff is the result of years of erosion and weathering. Today, you can drive straight to the top, where you’ll be met with incredible panoramic vistas....

The best way to explore the Land of Enchantment is undoubtedly by car – that’s how you reach the most remote and rewarding places in the state. However, if you are on the hunt for the best day trips near me in New Mexico and are feeling a little overwhelmed, we have you covered. From tours of ghost towns to a journey through some of New Mexico’s most haunted spots, here are eight themed road trips that belong on your New Mexico bucket list:...

There’s a chill to the air and the daylight is dwindling. Fall has arrived here in Oregon, and we have the most delightful little trail to get you in the spirit. Just a stone’s throw from Portland, there’s a mysterious woodland trail that leads to one of the most intriguing places in the state. Known as the Witch’s Castle, these ruins in Oregon are nothing short of magical — albeit, perhaps of the dark magic variety....

Kansas isn’t known for having large and impressive waterfalls like other parts of the country. However, that doesn’t mean we don’t have some gorgeous waterfalls scattered around the state. Angel Falls, located in Lansing, is one waterfall that may be small, but it is still beautiful and magnificent, especially throughout the fall months. Angel Falls is a favorite waterfall of many Kansans and rightly so. It is in a secluded and quiet area and the landscape around it is stunning....

We might not live in the south, but that certainly doesn’t mean we can’t dig into authentic, absolutely amazing Southern food without traveling too far from home. When it’s the best fried catfish in Pennsylvania you’re craving, look no further than Annie’s Southern Kitchen. The quaint restaurant dishes up the state’s best fried catfish and a selection of southern meals that will keep you coming back for more. If you want more Pennsylvania restaurants, make sure to click here and sign up for our weekly dining newsletter....

If you’ve never visited Texas, it’s impossible to truly comprehend just how massive it is. As a result, this single state has incredible diversity when it comes to the natural landscape, featuring everything from gulf coastlines, grasslands, and forests to the deserts that is most commonly associated with the state. When it comes to this desert region, few places are as rugged, remote, and downright gorgeous as Big Bend National Park....