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While Utah is home to numerous slices of natural beauty, Millsite State Park is a natural oasis hiding beside Ferron Canyon. This manmade state park it unbeknownst to most, making it one of Utah’s best kept nature secrets. Featuring a remote spot to go camping, wonderful hiking trails nearby, and some of the bluest water in the state, Millsite State Park is sure to be your favorite hidden park yet. Next time you want to get away from it all and go camping beside a blue reservoir, make sure to seek out the well-hidden state park that is Millsite State Park in Ferron, Utah....

While Hawaii is known for its over 700-miles of spectacular coastline, it can be hard to choose the perfect beach to sprawl out on and soak up the sun. This summer, head to Papohaku Beach on the western end of Molokai for the best spot to relax on the longest beach in our state. We’ll bet you didn’t know that one of the longest beaches could be found on one of the smallest islands, but at 3-miles of stunning sand, Papohaku Beach is one of the biggest and best....

Have you ever noticed that some meals fill you up, but then your stomach’s in knots with hunger just a few hours later? That rarely happens when you dig into a homemade meal, usually dished up in generous portions and made with fresh ingredients. The Beacon 443 Diner in Pennsylvania has been a favorite spot for decades, and it just might become one of your regular go to’s when you’re really hungry....

Main Street Suites is a cozy set of rooms located in the perfect spot in downtown Talkeetna, Alaska. Sitting atop the wonderful Wildflower Cafe, you are close to all the action while still maintaining privacy. This lodging is truly a home away from home, offering you all the amenities you could desire on your trip! Please note, Main Street Suites is permanently closed. If you’re headed into Talkeetna and looking for one of the best places to stay in town, make sure to check out the lovely Main Street Suites....

Odell Lake is one of the gems of the Deschutes National Forest. It’s a playground for anglers, boaters, campers, and hikers, and it’s just waiting for you to visit this summer. Take a look: Odell Lake is a huge lake tucked away in the Deschutes National Forest. You’ll find it along OR-58, just west of Crescent. The lake is six miles long and 1.5 miles wide. Will Drury/EyeEm via Getty Images...

Minnesota became a state on May 11, 1858. The state is more than 160 years old, and there are many interesting sites where you can see Minnesota history up close. But few of these attractions let you experience what daily life was like during Minnesota’s early days. However, there are some. For example, there’s a rustic cabin in Long Prairie, Minnesota, that dates back to the days just after the Civil War....

As one of the largest providers of produce in southern Wisconsin, Skelly’s Farm Market is a great place to stock up on fresh fruits and veggies – but that’s not all. It’s also an amazing day-trip destination, offering on-the-farm fun for everyone. A gift shop, bakery, sunflower field, and charming play area are just a few of the ways visitors can spend their time at Skelly’s Farm Market. Take a look:...

You often hear that baseball is America’s national pastime, but this may have to be amended for Vermont. Instead, hiking is our state’s past time, which is fitting for a place so sweetly named the Green Mountain State. With many fun, challenging, and stunningly beautiful trails, Vermont has the best hiking trails in New England—sorry NH, ME, and MA. Let’s take a look at the Sunset Ridge Trail in Vermont, one of the best hikes in VT....

What’s the next-best thing to swimming in the ocean? A saltwater pool, of course. There’s one right here in the Lone Star State, and it’s been a local favorite for almost 60 years. The best part? It’s Texas-shaped! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 168,000-gallon Texas Pool opened to the public way back in 1961. It was the first-ever swimming pool shaped like the Lone Star State!...

Here in Mississippi, nothing says breakfast more than fluffy, buttermilk biscuits. And since making them isn’t always an option, finding an eatery that sells a delicious made-from-scratch version is vital. Of course there are several restaurants in the Magnolia State that sell amazing biscuits, but some of the best can be found at The Biscuit Pit in Grenada. Take a look: Please note, The Biscuit Pit is no longer in business....

Lander is one of the most charming towns in Wyoming, and if you’re looking for great dining options you’re sure to find them here. When you’re craving breakfast or brunch, track down the hole-in-the-wall Middle Fork. This humble little restaurant might just serve up the best breakfast in Lander. You’ll find The Middle Fork on Main Street, near Gannett Peak Sports and the Lander Fly Shop. It’s the perfect place to start a day of Wyoming adventuring!...

If you’re a thrill-seeker caught in the heart of the United States, then there are a few places you’re bound to have on your bucket list. Places like the Loneliest Highway, The Pines to Palms Highway, maybe even the experiential drive through Arches National Park are bound to pique your interest. The Tail of the Dragon is shared by North Carolina and Tennessee and is perhaps one of the most fascinating drives in the American south....

Your next big adventure awaits at this little-known spot called Lost Moose Campground. Located way up in the mountains around Cataldo, this remote campground boasts fun times for everyone. Whether you enjoy roughing it in the wilderness on an ATV or simply cozying up inside a forest cabin, there’s a lot to love about this camping destination. You don’t want to miss it! Lost Moose Campground is a remote adventure destination nestled in the mountains of North Idaho....

The quaint town of Woodbury is known as Connecticut’s antiques capital and for good reason. This place has more than 25 shops featuring some of the best in furniture, decor, rugs, and art. From rustic to upscale, shabby chic to mid-century modern, there is a hidden gem to be discovered for just about everyone. It is easy to spend an entire day or even a weekend browsing the antique stores here....

Colorado is a one-of-a-kind place, so it only makes sense that it houses some one-of-a-kind attractions and adventures. If you are looking to partake in some of these once-in-a-lifetime experiences (that are located right in your own backyard), make sure to try: *Please note, Pikes Peak Cog Railway is temporarily closed. Biking through St. Elmo. Flickr/Jeffrey Beall Get ready to see this infamous ghost town in a whole new light, as companies like Absolute Bike Adventures conduct informative tours through this and other historic Colorado areas....

To be frank, there are so many fascinating facts about South Carolina that it was hard to pick just a few. The history of this beautiful place reaches as far back as 1663 when it was colonized by the English. (You could reach back further, but let’s not anger the history books.) Within that time, so many things have come to be and so many things have been lost. Let’s not forget these lesser known facts about South Carolina:...

History always seems to have a way of surprising us with interesting facts about New Mexico that are often easily forgotten. Here’s a look at 5 little towns in the Land of Enchantment where some incredible and tragic events took place. Capitan Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr U.S. Department of Agriculture/Flickr First on our list is the little village Capitan, which currently has a population of about 1,500 residents and is the home of the real life Smokey Bear....

The Kisatchie National Forest is the only National Forest in Louisiana, and it’s perfect for the outdoor explorer. Featuring over 600,000 acres sprawled out across seven parishes in Louisiana, the Kisatchie is one of the most remote and isolated places in Louisiana, and one of the most beautiful. There are countless trails throughout the forest, which are perfect for those moments when you want to get away from it all. Lace up your boots, because these hikes may not resemble those paved trails you’re used to, these trails are more primitive and rugged than your average Louisiana trail....

The arrival of winter weather in Michigan leads many of us to daydream about outdoor excursions in the snow. Regardless of your age, there’s something magical about heading outside to sled, tube, or build a few snowmen – and Michigan’s chilly months lend themselves well to plenty of seasonal excitement. One sledding hill here in the Great Lakes State will take you on an awesome journey this winter. Avalanche Preserve, also known as Avalanche Mountain Preserve, sits at 1129 Wilson St in Boyne City....

There’s nothing like some old-fashioned seasonal fun on a family farm in the fall time. Here in Ohio, our family farms specialize in family fun when the leaves begin to change and the autumn season arrives. Guyette Farms in Mantua features a bale maze, obstacle course, petting zoo, corn maze and so much more. It’s your one stop shop for fall family fun in Ohio. Welcome to Guyette Farms, a northeast Ohio family farm that’s been around since 1945....