Hartwick Pines State Park in northern Michigan feels like stepping into a fairy tale—towering old-growth pines, golden light, and pure forest magic in every step.

If you want Acadia without the crowds, check out this top-secret Maine island, where the hiking is excellent and the nature ...

The Salmon River Trail features gorgeous rainforest, sweeping mountain views and a chance to see spawning salmon.

Kawuneeche Valley, on the park’s western flank, showcases views of the nascent Colorado River – indeed, the same mighty waterway that carved the Grand Canyon begins here as a modest alpine stream you ...

These elevated paths wind through mature hardwood forests where towering oaks and maples stand sentinel. Occasional overlooks provide breathtaking glimpses into the gorge where you previously walked.

“When you stop and all that you have around you is the sound of the water trickling down the stream and the wind blowing ...

If you’re looking to explore Western Washington by car, you’re in luck. This region offers a variety of scenic routes that ...

The store may be less than 1,000 square feet, but it packs in items from more than 100 different small business vendors.

Spring brings wild azaleas and dogwoods that bloom in pink and white clouds along the shoreline. Summer days stretch long and lazy, perfect for floating on the lake and watching clouds drift across ...

Whistle Stop Trail and others offer residents year-round ways to explore nature, improve health, and strengthen community ...

Alaska is arguably one of the most sought-after cruise destinations in the world! With a little planning, you can turn y ...

We in the Land of 10,000 Lakes are blessed with many incredible hiking trails. They range from short paths with huge payoffs-like the under 1-mile hike to the High Falls of Pigeon River at Grand ...