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If I had to recommend one town to visit this summer in Oklahoma, hands down it would be Broken Bow. It’s located in southern Oklahoma in the middle of scenic mountains, it has great weather, and it’s loaded with outdoor recreation. Honestly, I think it’s the most beautiful place in the state and everyone should experience its beauty. Broken Bow and the nearby town of Hochatown are nestled in southeast Oklahoma near the foothills of the Kiamichi Mountains – a sub-range of the breathtaking Ouachita Mountains....

Giant dinosaur statues, quirky museums, ancient petroglyphs, and an oddly futuristic Best Western hotel. What do these things have in common? They can all be found in the tiny town of Gila Bend, and it’s begging for you to visit. It’s only fitting that a town named after one of the desert’s most vicious creatures would have these guys as greeters. Giant dinosaur statues are the gas station welcoming committee, and things only get weirder from here....

There is something beautiful about being by a river, particularly if you can walk near it. Many Illinois towns are near rivers, and some of them have gorgeous river walks. Here are 10 charming Illinois towns that have delightful river walks. Naperville Ratul Malti/Flickr Around since 1981, this river walk spans 1.75 miles. Brick paths, fountains, and bridges make it truly delightful. Batavia Chris Phan/Flickr This river walk provides an awesome view of the river both to the north and the south....

What are you doing this weekend? Perhaps it’s time to get outside and play! Here’s a gorgeous playground that’s right in our backyard, and you’ll want to stay for an entire weekend of fun. Jordanelle State Park is located above Heber, nestled right on the banks of Jordanelle Reservoir. The park features three recreation areas: Hailstone, Red Cliff, and Ross Creek. Peggy Taber/Google The reservoir was created in 1993, and it covers an area of more than five square miles, and there’s an almost endless array of activities to enjoy here....

One of the most fascinating historic sites in the country is located right here in Nevada and it’s well worth a visit. Whether you’re a history lover or you simply enjoy exploring the little-known corners of our state, this ancient cave is bound to please. Hidden in the vast desert of northern Nevada, this cave once contained a plethora of stunning native artifacts and archaeologists consider it one of the most important artifact sites in the country....

True food lovers know the overall experience is just as important as the food and the service. At the best little burger joint in the middle of nowhere in South Carolina, you get all three! Mac Smith’s Country Store is located at a crossroads out in the middle of seemingly nowhere, and to the southeast of Pendleton. TripAdvisor/mrrosie The historical country store from a bygone era has been turned into an equally historic eatery where folks leave their pretentious notions at the door....

After an overly extended winter, it would appear (knock on wood) that spring is finally ready to stick around for good. With more beautiful days full of sunshine ahead of us, now is the perfect time to start planning your next outdoor adventure in the Empire State. Taking you across the Hudson River, keep reading to find out why this beautiful bridge trail will leave you in awe. Also known as the Poughkeepsie Bridge, New York’s Walkway Over The Hudson State Historic Park is the world’s largest pedestrian bridge over water....

Every year in late July or Early August, Earth passes through the path of Comet Swift-Tuttle and we are treated to the Perseids meteor shower. This year the shower’s peak — when Earth passes through the densest, dustiest area — is expected to happen on the night of August 12. That means you’ll see the most meteors in the shortest amount of time that night, but you can still catch some action from the famed meteor shower before or after that point....

What’s your favorite part of Sundays? Sleeping in, then reading the paper over a leisurely breakfast? Watching the Steelers (during football season, of course)? Or, do you like to hit the local flea markets to go treasure hunting? Well, if you like spending a lazy Sunday meandering through a huge market, you’re in luck. This outdoor market near Pittsburgh welcomes treasure hunters every Sunday all year around. Hop in the car, roll down the windows, and hit the road....

Unless you happen to be a lucky American who’s won some contest where you’re gifted an all-expense paid vacation, traveling is a luxury that comes out of our own pocket — so we like to save everywhere that we can! If you thought you knew about all of the best booking websites, think again. Making sure that you get the best deal possible, find out why Pricerooms.com is going to be your new favorite vacation tool....

Sure, at least half of the Garden State goes wild for WaWa (with good reason) but we think QuickChek is where it’s at. Why? Well, while WaWa was founded by a born and raised New Jerseyan, the chain got its start in Pennsylvania. And though there are dozens of stores in New Jersey, the company’s headquarters remain on the other side of the Delaware. QuickCheck is all Jersey! QuickCheck is headquartered in Whitehouse Station, New Jersey....

Small towns are the best places to explore the best of what Virginia has to offer. That seems to be especially true in Staunton, which boasts all of our favorite attractions: delicious restaurants, gorgeous outdoor attractions, historical interest, and overall charm. Here’s more on why Staunton makes for an excellent day trip destination: Welcome to Staunton, Virginia, a picture-perfect mountain town that offers visitors and residents a little bit of everything....

Kansans know well how bloody history can get, especially the farther you look into the past. History has shaped us to be the state we are today, but this event in particular was unforeseen and devastating. We might not have been alive to witness this tragedy first hand, but we’ll remember it as part of Kansas’ history. Have you ever heard of the mine explosion in Pittsburg, Kansas? George Bretz/Wikimedia Commons The first underground shaft mine near Pittsburg was built in 1874, closer to Scammon....

Drive just about an hour north of New Orleans and you’ll be immersed in some of the most beautiful natural landscape Louisiana has to offer. Whether you’re planning on making a weekend out of it, or just a quick day trip, the hiking and equestrian trails at this state park are truly spectacular and you need to check them out. Located in Franklinton, Louisiana, Bogue Chitto State Park is a nature lover’s paradise....

If you drive anywhere in Western New York, this next sentence should come as no surprise. Our potholes are horrible this year. And while some of us might choose to sulk and blame the eternal winter for our road woes, Rob Banks decided to make light of the situation. Feast your eyes on these 10 photos of Buffalo’s worst potholes that will make you laugh (then cry). Elma @robbanks_radio - Instagram This photo is so perfectly Buffalo....

Early in the morning you can feel the chilly air. The sun goes down just a bit earlier and there’s a certain kind of breeze that wasn’t here a few weeks ago. It means that fall is on the way! Rather than be sad about summer taking its leave, let’s be excited about the incredible fall foliage we’re about to see. If you’d like to maximize the views this year, take your leaf peepin’ to these special places....

With summer now upon us, the humid Midwestern heat is also on its way. Sadly, tropical ocean breezes are hard to come by in our land locked state. However, there is a cool tropical oasis hiding underground right here in Missouri. This groovy tiki bar will cool you off with tropical drinks that keep you coming back time and time again. You won’t need a plane for this staycation, just directions on how to find their hidden entrance....

Utah’s Ice Castles have been delighting visitors since 2011, and since then, the company has expanded to offer ice castles in six locations across the country and even in Canada! If you’ve never seen this magical place, you need to put it on your bucket list for 2019, because it’s coming back again: Utah’s Ice Castles got its start in Brent Christensen’s front yard. He built an ice castle to entertain his kids, and soon kids from all over the neighborhood were showing up....

Wyoming is an odd state – when you’re out in the middle of nowhere and pretty disconnected from the world, there’s no way to gauge what “normal” even is! That being said, there are a few Wyoming roadside attractions that truly show off our strange state, and you should stop by to see them next time you drive by. Fossil Cabin, Medicine Bow Flickr / Jeffrey Beall This strange cabin was built almost entirely out of dinosaur bones from a nearby dig site....

Take a trip to one of Missouri’s smallest towns for awe-inspiring scenes of Autumn. Less than 250 residents call Rocheport, Missouri home, but hundreds of visitors flock to the town to enjoy nature, wine, and antique shopping. Nestled along the Missouri River, this little town provides some of the best fall colors in the state. Check it out for yourself this October! Rocheport was established in the early 1800’s as a trading post between white settlers and Native Americans....