Southern Utah is home to the Escalante River, the Virgin River and Paria Canyon. All of these places allow hiking along the waterways and some permit overnight camping and backpacking. read more
Ice fishing at Lake George can be a great cabin-fever reliever in the wintertime. Each winter, the freezing temperatures of upstate New York transform this summer retreat into an ice-fishing haven. Lake George has two distinct basins: north and south. read more
Though much of Indiana is covered with plains and prairies, rolling hills hiding waterfalls and caves can be found. Lake Michigan peeks into the northern corner, accompanied by nearby lakes and rivers. Camping is a popular summer activity, though fall also brings good camping weather with warm days and lower humidity. read more
The Eastern Shore runs between Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Campers in search of pull-thru, cabin and river sites will find options along th…
The Sierra Nevada Mountains run north to south in California, and produce great fall colors, which makes for great hiking and scenic drives. The easte…
Northern Georgia is at the south end of the Appalachian Mountains, and is at the beginning, or end, of the Appalachian Trail. These areas are heavily…
Amelia Island is a picturesque section of northeastern Florida just north of jacksonville is surrounded by natural wooded areas, wetlands and beaches.…
North Carolina state parks feature varying terrains as well as diverse land and water structures. Hikers can view diverse plant and animal life along…
The Tennessee River cuts through about 150 miles of northern Alabama through rural forested areas. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has created fo…
Cushing, Minnesota is an unincorporated area near Fish Trap Lake, and there are many more lakes in the immediate area. This northern Minnesota area is…
St. Peter is a small town on the Minnesota River about 100 miles southwest of Minneapolis. The setting provides a great place for outdoor adventure.…
Smithville is on the Highland Rim of Tennessee, which means there are thick forests and bluffs that create many waterfalls on the pure streams that fl…
Visit Austin for a camping adventure filled with recreational activities. Numerous campgrounds offer amenities and activities such as hiking and fishi…
RV camping in state parks is permitted throughout Florida. With over 160 state parks from which to choose, Florida offers RV sites from Pensacola to K…
Visit Northern Indiana and stay in a campground to enjoy the outdoors. Campgrounds in the area provide numerous amenities and facilities including swi…
Bend has a diverse set of activities to choose from during your visit to Oregon. You can see the area from the road, trail, water or even the air. Cap…
The Green River cuts and winds its way through red rock canyons with eroded rock formations through much of southeastern Utah. The river's headwaters…
The Michigan State Fairgrounds are in the town of Escanaba, in the Upper Peninsula of the state. The region is chock-full of outdoor sporting opportun…
The country around Green River, Utah, is some of the most open, primitive land in the entire United States. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offers…
Learn how to safely cross bodies of water, such as rivers and streams, without falling in, losing supplies or getting swept away in this free hiking s…
Point-to-point hiking and looping can be a great way to ensure that you don't get lost or find yourself off the beaten path. Learn more in this free v…
Birdwatching and animal spotting are two pros of hiking in the wilderness. Learn how to spot wildlife all while ensuring that it's not disturbed in th…
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