While you may be wanting to get in all the last summer days at the lake that you can, you might want to avoid visiting two specific lakes in North Dakota. The North Dakota Department of Health has issued warnings for toxic algae blooms at those specific places, and here’s what you need to know: Two lakes in North Dakota have been moved up from an advisory to a full warning for blue-green algae being present....
Montana’s ghost towns are fun to visit in any season, but there’s something special about checking them out so close to Halloween. And since it’s not yet too snowy to hike in most parts of the state, this is a great time to lace up your sneakers and head to the Drummond area, where there’s a trail that takes you straight through Garnet Ghost Town. The Garnet Ghost Town Trail is 3 miles in length, the majority of which takes you right through the town....
Bring the kids and the camera because you’ve never seen the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden quite like this before. Nearly a million twinkling lights illuminate the paths of this Christmas walking path through the beautiful gardens of this zoo each year in a display that seems to just get bigger and better with each passing holiday season. The Lights Before Christmas event at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is Columbia’s longest running lights display....
Straddling the Nevada-California border is an underrated lake that is pure bliss during summer. No, we’re not talking about that lake. This little-known gem doesn’t get as much attention as it should. Perhaps that’s because the wildly popular Lake Tahoe is located just north. However, you’ll quickly find that this blue water lake boasts all sorts of unique features. Escape Tahoe’s crowds this summer and head south to the utterly gorgeous Topaz Lake....
Everyone needs a break sometimes. Whether that means just a breath of fresh air or a drive to somewhere new, “getting away from it all” is something everyone does. It doesn’t matter what you need it for, because these peaceful places are the perfect plan when you need a break. Who’s ready to explore something and find a new happy place? Santa Fe Trail wagon ruts — Dodge City Deborah Lee Soltesz/Flickr These dents in the ground that you can faintly see aren’t just tire tracks, they’re marks left by wagon after wagon that had traveled through Dodge City along the Santa Fe Trail....
People say a lot of things about our beloved Maine. From things about the weather to the way we talk, we’ve heard it all! But, if we’re being honest, some of these things aren’t too far off from the truth. Let’s take a minute to laugh at ourselves by thinking about the things people say about Maine that are actually pretty true! Maine: Where you won’t be able to feel your face from January to March....
When your state’s history is full of cowboys, outlaws, frontier battles and pop-up mining towns, you’re sure to find that many of your favorite local joints are home to ghosts of the past. Check out some of the most haunted places in Wyoming that you can visit or tour below. Stay In The Most Haunted Hotel In Wyoming Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM The storied Sheridan Inn was built in 1893 in rural Wyoming and it was loved by all in the community....
Kansas is full of attractions in many of our towns, and every single county. There’s always something to explore or see, and we’re grateful for that. However, sometimes cool attractions like these get overlooked while you’re working on your bucket lists. These out-of-the-box Kansas adventures are ready for you to take them, whenever you’ve got time. Let’s check them out! Boyer Museum of Animated Carvings - Belleville J. Stephen Conn/Flickr Quirky little carvings of men and women doing odd tasks or making jokes fill this museum, and they’re all from the mind of Paul Boyer....
Happy Hump Day! Did you know there’s a working farm in Oklahoma where you can spend the day with adorable camels? Head to the town of Perry to Passow’s Camel Farm and you’ll find a variety of exotic animals, including camels roaming the land. Take a look: Are you a sucker for furry kids? If so, head to Passow’s Camel Farm to see a variety of exotic animals on this working farm....
You get to visit more than 800 animals when you visit Utah’s Hogle Zoo, but you usually have to view them from a distance. Here’s a chance to get up close and personal with some of the zoo’s most beloved animals. Take a look! Utah’s Hogle Zoo is located in the mouth of Emigration Canyon at 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave., Salt Lake City, UT 84108. It’s open seven days a week, every day of the year except Christmas Day and New Years Day....
The one advantage to being a tiny state is that nothing is very far away. Rhode Island is perfect for weekend road trips where you can zip from one side of the state to the other in no time. Foster is a tiny rural town located on the Connecticut border. With a population of just over 4,500, it’s one of the smaller places in the Ocean State. While it may be tiny and rural, that doesn’t mean it should be ignored....
Oregon is rich with natural beauty, fun attractions, and one-of-a-kind sights, but it’s also filled with some pretty colorful history. From exploding whale carcasses to infamous UFO sightings, some downright bizarre events have taken place in the Beaver State over the years. Check out our list of the eight weirdest moments that have gone down in Oregon history. An eight-ton whale carcass exploded on the Oregon Coast. Wikimedia In 1970, a whale carcass washed ashore in Florence, Oregon....
Have you ever heard someone lament that there’s nothing to do in Delaware, aside from going to the beach? Well, if you grew up in Kent County, you know that’s not true! Right in the heart of the state, there’s a magical state park that’s home to the only Waterpark Campground in Delaware at Killens Pond State Park. This enormous State Park is home to Delaware’s best water park and a super cozy campground, along with miles of trails and plenty of paddling space....
Did you know Southern California was home to a scrumptious all-you-can-eat pizza buffet where you can devour as much pizza as you can handle? If you love pizza (and who doesn’t?) then make sure to check out this pizza shop in SoCal that serves some of the best pizza on the planet. Located in Southern California, you’ll find a mouthwatering pizzeria that serves an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet that is so delicious your tastebuds may explode....
New Mexico is known for its southwestern cuisine, rich history, and its spectacular and varied landscapes. But the Land of Enchantment filled with usually friendly people holds a lesser-known but horrific claim as well: as the site of one of the most violent prison riots in America history. Here’s more about what 1980 prison riot at the state’s maximum security prison south of Santa Fe: The Penitentiary of New Mexico is a men’s maxium security prison located in Santa Fe County....
What could possibly be better than getting out into Oregon’s wilderness and going for a hike? How about going for a hike with goats? At this pretty Oregon ranch, you can do exactly that! Take a look: Willow-Witt Ranch is pure paradise. Tucked into a valley in the Cascade Mountains, this 445-acre ranch is surrounded by beauty, and you can visit the farm for a day or an overnight stay....
Most people find rattlesnakes as fearsome as they are fascinating. New Mexico trails can be filled with snakes in some parts of the state due to its desert conditions, but unlike what you see on television, snakes will typically leave you alone if you do the same. In other words, they don’t want the drama either! But for those interested in learning more about this feared and often misunderstood reptile, you’ll want to slither on over to the American International Rattlesnake Museum in Old Town Albuquerque to learn more:...
Here in Ohio, marketplaces can be an adventure. If you’re an Ohio foodie looking for a truly incredible experience, you need to visit Findlay Market. It’s both an indoor and outdoor marketplace with some of the state’s freshest cuisine. From prepared foods to locally grown produce, there’s something here for everyone. Take a look: This year-round market and specialty grocery store almost makes you feel like you’re in an Old World town square....
The winters in Massachusetts typically bring heavy snow, bone-chilling winds, and fierce temperatures that can make you want to bundle up and never leave the house. However, if you’re brave enough to venture outdoors, you might have the chance to see an enchanting natural phenomenon that only happens during the winter. Massachusetts has plenty of waterfalls that make for great destinations any time of year. Flickr/Doug Kerr However, something special happens during the wintertime that turns these lovely cascades into magical spots....
Underneath Knoxville’s most iconic landmark, the Sunsphere, one of the most unique and absolutely wonderful festivals in the state is held every winter. People line up around the block just to get a chance to attend and experience the magic that this event has to offer. Of course, we’re talking about Chocolatefest – Knoxville’s homage to the sweetest and most irresistible of confections. Whether you’re a devotee or have never heard of it, you’ll want to check out Chocolatefest....
