This massive San Diego city park, just minutes from downtown, has over 60 miles of trails, a lake for boating and fishing, and a 46-site campground.
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It's not every day that you get to hang out in a park that used to be a storied training ground for soldiers. But this San Diego park is anything from ordinary.
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Discover a historic Virginia coastal fort with ghost stories, a scenic moat, and sandy beaches, where military history meets a memorable Chesapeake Bay getaway.
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Step into California's frontier past at a historic park between LA and Bakersfield, with military exhibits, living-history events, and peaceful countryside.
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For a break from California's coast, head to this SoCal city with a 3,000-acre lake plus scenic restaurants, skydiving, and family-friendly activities.
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From a national park to a shoreline right in the city, these coastal spots in Washington offer a chance at spotting sparkly bioluminescence at night.
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Las Vegas is known for nightlife, but a nearby desert attraction offers a different daytime outing, with Ice Age history, scenic paths, and fossil displays.
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Sea otters, a towering coastal landmark, sandy beaches, and waterfront seafood await in this California city, perfect for a scenic getaway on the Central Coast.
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Shimmy and slide your way through Montana's limestone rock formations during a tour at this cavernous state park, and then spend the night under the stars.
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If you want to visit Great Smoky Mountain National Park, this idyllic North Carolina river town is the perfect homebase for all your outdoor adventures.
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This lesser-known Southern California city is worth visiting for its spring superblooms, hot springs resort, dozens of parks, and nearby lake recreation.
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Explore Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys, with turquoise waters, sandy beaches, snorkeling, camping, and cabins for a serene tropical island getaway.
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Enjoy a budget-friendly Florida beach getaway with miles of sand, scenic parks, waterfront dining, and easy access to Daytona Beach and nearby attractions.
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This Southern California city is ideal for families looking for fun, boasting multiple amusement parks, expansive green spaces, and a variety of eateries.
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Plenty of cities carry a unique history. But this unassuming Florida community began with a desire to build something more than just a place for people to live.
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California's big cities are always going to get the attention, but exploring the communities around them — like this one – is always worth your while.
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Explore Michigan's largest artificial lake for swimming, fishing, and boating, with a scenic state park offering beaches, hiking paths, dunes, and a lighthouse.
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Near Syracuse, travelers can find turquoise lakes, quiet forest trails, swimming, camping, and unusual scenery that feels far from typical New York life.
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Discover a lakeside state park near the Florida-Georgia border, where camping, boating, fishing, and waterfront views offer a refreshing escape into nature.
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This historical Maryland park is now the site of children's attractions, an aquarium, live concerts, art displays, workshops, and other activities.
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Skip the ocean and visit the 12 lakeside beaches of this Midwest city in between stops at quirky museums, riverside parks, and local theaters.
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Some of the best trips are to smaller, off-the-beaten-path towns and cities that take pride in their communities. This small Texas city is one of them.
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All kinds of decommissioned ships get turned into museums. But few come with the sheer size and pedigree of the U.S. Navy's longest-serving aircraft carrier.
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Step back in time in this retro California city, where you'll find roadside Route 66 artwork, an old-school movie theater, and fascinating museums.
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A Northern California lake near Redding offers swimming, camping, boating, fishing, houseboat rentals, and miles of scenic shoreline for an easy outdoor escape.
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Far from California's famous vineyards lies a Midwestern region producing its own sweet and fruity wines and serving them in numerous local tasting rooms.
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From Atlantic shores to Pacific wilderness, this massive North American hiking route crosses mountains, forests, lakes, and some unforgettable landscapes.
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