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  • Hotels in Lake Placid, Florida

    Lake Placid is a small city in Florida's Placid Lakes region. Lake Placid is within easy driving distance of Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park, Jack Creek park, and Highlands Hammock State Park, which have hiking trails and camping facilities. Also nearby is the large Lake Istokpoga. In the many lakes in Lake Placid's immediate vicinity, you'll find plent… read more

  • Marriott Hotel in Lake Placid

    Marriott Hotels owns 15 unique brands, but it has only one hotel in Lake Placid, N.Y. The Courtyard Lake Placid is located right in the town's village, which was home to two Winter Olympics (1932 and 1980). The Courtyard Lake Placid has 80 rooms and 16 suites on four floors. read more

  • Hotels in Lake Placid

    Lake Placid, New York is a great family destination. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy quiet seclusion among the scenic beauty of the area, and peruse the busy historical attractions and popular eateries. In fact, a popular draw to the area is the various outdoors activities that abound. Once you've sufficiently explored the area, choose from numero… read more

  • Motels & Hotels in Lake Placid, Florida

    Lake Placid, Fla., is a picturesque town with beautiful scenery and a small-town feel. It offers shopping, dining and 43 murals throughout. Viewing the town of murals is a great way to spend an afternoon for free, and there is plenty of parking available. This location is a great place for a quiet vacation while enjoying the lake, outdoors and wildlife. read more

  • Lake Placid, NY Hotels

    A winter sports paradise, Lake Placid, New York, has twice hosted the Winter Olympics and is a popular spot for visitors year-round. The town itself is situated on Mirror Lake and the larger Lake Placid. During the winter months especially, these lakes and surrounding areas are filled with people skiing, playing ice hockey, skating and bobsledding. The summe… read more

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    Shortly after the snow piles up, thousands of skiers dust off their skis and head out to enjoy the trails. Cross-country skiing is an aerobic exercise that has become more popular each year, bringing skiers deep into the mountains. Eac… read more

  • Things to Do in Lake Garda

    Surrounded by steep, high mountain slopes, northern Italy's Lake Garda is the largest lake in Europe. The region is a popular resort destination, because of its mixture of natural beauty, rich history and a mild micro-climate that make… read more

  • Tourist Information About New York State

    New York. The first thought most have when hearing New York is the Big Apple, Metropolis central. Hustle and bustle. But the Big Apple is only one of the highlights of the Empire State. Mountains, wine country, pastoral farmlands and a… read more

  • Restaurants in Keene Valley, New York

    Keene Valley is a nothing short of paradise for the nature enthusiast. It's situated in the middle of high peaks including Giant Mountain, Vanderwhacker Mountain and Huffman Notch--so the hiking and trekking is incredible. After all, t… read more

  • Italian Restaurants in Albany, New York

    Albany is the capital of New York and the oldest incorporated city in the state. The city is a two-hour drive to world class skiing, hiking and mountain climbing at Gore or Whiteface Mountain, Mount Marcy and Lake Placid. Italians make… read more

  • Adirondack, New York Hotels

    New York state offers the best of both worlds; from the hustle and bustle of city life to the pristine, quiet lifestyles of the Adirondacks, there is something for everyone. With 2.7 million acres of Adirondack forest area, 2,000 miles… read more

  • Restaurants in Essex, New York

    Essex is a small historic town of approximately 700 people in Essex County, New York. The quaint village is surrounded by mountains, lakes and rivers. The majestic peaks of the Adirondack Mountains tower over Essex and neighboring vill… read more

  • Hotels in the Adirondacks

    The Adirondacks region in northern New York is a giant playground for outdoor enthusiasts with 1,500 miles of rivers and streams, 3,000 lakes and ponds, and 2,000 miles of hiking trails. In the winter, there is snowmobiling, ice fishin… read more

  • Keene, New York Restaurants

    Keene, New York is situated in Keene Valley and the High Peaks region of Upstate New York. The region contains hundreds of trails in the Adirondack Mountains, attracting skiers, hikers, and climbers year round. Restaurants in Keene, Ne… read more

  • RV Parks in Lake Placid, Florida

    A visit to Lake Placid will long be remembered for the murals painted on the buildings throughout the town. A day easily can be spent walking the city's streets to admire the 42 scenes depicted on private and public buildings. However,… read more

  • RV Parks in Wilmington, NY

    Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, N.Y., has a variety of activities, including gondola rides and snowshoeing. It is also the home of the Olympic Museum, showcasing memorabilia and exhibits that highlight the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympi… read more

  • RV Camping in the Adirondacks

    New York State's Adirondack Mountains are ripe with outdoor activities and sports. Whiteface Mountain in Lake Placid has downhill and cross country skiing in winter. Summertime around Lake Placid is a prime time for mountain and road b… read more

  • Adirondack Getaways Hotels

    The Adirondack Mountains offer year-round outdoor activities. Spring and summer offerings include fishing, swimming, hiking and mountain biking. The winter months open opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, dog sledding and cross-coun… read more

  • Top 5 US Camp Sites for Fall

    When the Autumnal Equinox has past and the colors on the trees go from green to orange you know fall is in the air. With autumn comes apple cider, warm sweaters and crisp cool mornings. Camping during autumn brings you into the depths… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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