Connecticut has a medieval stone tower sitting on a mountain, and visiting it requires zero vacation days or complicated planning. Castle Craig in Meriden offers the kind of easy escape that busy ...

I've visited 50 of America's 63 national parks, so I've have earned the right to my opinion on what I consider the 20 worst ...

If your idea of a perfect day involves doing absolutely nothing strenuous while surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery, have we got news for you. Lake Hartwell State Park in Fair Play, South Carolina, is ...

This central Illinois outdoor escape features miles of hiking trails, shoreline views, boat launches, and picnic shelters near Champaign-Urbana.

Your guide to the best spots to make the most of a one-day visit to Chicago, from deep dish pizza to walks along the river.

Part of Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve, Overlook Trail is a popular, universally accessible path that starts at ...