All state park Content

• Visiting a Classic Tourist Destination
  June 21, 2010 11:21 am
  Lake Placid is an iconic tourist destination, and still holds the same outdoor-appeal it did years ago. Find out what's new at this vacation staple. read more
• Great Alternatives to National Parks
  May 7, 2010 10:49 am
  While national parks get all the fanfare (and throngs of tourists), state parks and national monuments provide similar opportunities for travelers looking for outdoor activities, history, and relaxation. read more
• Ten Easy Ways to Travel Greener
  April 21, 2010 4:56 pm
  A few simple switches is all it takes to make a big difference to the environment—and your wallet. We asked Chris Lane, vice president of environmental affairs for Xanterra Parks, for advice, and also compiled some great tips from our readers. read more
• Hidden Florida: The 10 Best-Kept Secrets
  February 6, 2010 12:00 am
  Discover the Sunshine State's best under-the-radar spots! read more
• About Charleston
  November 24, 2009 12:00 am
  Charleston, West Virginia, is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as history and architecture buffs. read more
• About Gainesville
  November 24, 2009 12:00 am
  Gainesville, Florida, is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor recreationalists. From exotic animals to unusual geography, this city asks visitors to come out and play. read more
• Summer Savings in America's Top National Parks
  June 5, 2009 2:24 pm
  There's never been a better time rediscover America's national parks. read more
• See Explosions of Fall Color for Less in Six Unlikely Places
  October 3, 2008 10:49 am
  Though New England may be undisputed as the place for fall foliage viewing, several other states around the country put on a colorful display not to be missed. read more
• Be charmed by natural beauty in Sedona, Arizona
  July 14, 2008 4:04 pm
  Sedona manages to be both a top golf destination and one of the biggest spiritual centers in the country. No matter what your interests, you can't help but be charmed by the area. read more
• Hiking, history, and Miocene fossils in Nebraska's Pine Ridge region
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The Pine Ridge region of Nebraska brings Chadron State Park, the Old West town of Chadron, the Agate Fossil Beds National Monument, and a little bit of the unusual. read more
• Find hidden gems (literally!) in Murfreesboro, Arkansas
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  At Crater of Diamonds State Park, two hours from Little Rock in Murfreesboro, Arkansas, you can dig for diamonds and keep all the gems you find. read more
• Get outdoors at Illinois' Starved Rock State Park
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Boat trips, 13 miles of hiking trails, houseboats, and more await less than two hours from Chicago. read more
• Take in the scenery in Ohio's Hocking Hills region
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  About an hour from Columbus and two from Cincinnati, the Hocking Hills region features national forests, state parks, nature preserves, and lakes. read more
• Cows, mountains, and whitewater rafting ... in New Jersey
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Warren County, in New Jersey's Skylands region, offers a glimpse of the state's often-ignored agricultural and outdoorsy side. After all, the Garden State did <em>earn</em> its nickname. read more
• Enjoy the great outdoors in Pennsylvania's Cook Forest State Park
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Tube or canoe down the Clarion River, hike past white pines and hemlocks, and enjoy nightly storytelling around a blazing campfire. read more
• Trip du Jour Spring Flower Destinations
  March 21, 2008 3:17 pm
  Spring offers good deals, and if you know where to go, amazing flower displays. Take an audio tour of Kyoto, Japan; Lisse, Netherlands; and Joshua Tree in California. read more
• Over the Covered Bridge and Through the Woods to Quechee, Vermont
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Anne Banas turns over a leaf to uncover all there is to see in Quechee, Vermont. Here, farmers, artisans, and innkeepers aim to please. Even the cows seem happy. read more