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In case you haven’t noticed, most of the state has transformed from lush green to beautiful hues representative of fall. It’s prime time for fall foliage viewing and one of the best ways to enjoy the beauty is through hiking. Beaver’s Bend State Park is a gorgeous area that really shows off well during autumn. There are several hiking trails in the park and one of them is an easy trail that’s just under 2 miles long....

Kansas’ small town restaurants are all over the state, and it’s hard not to fall in love with each and every one of them. There’s something that always makes you feel right at home in a Kansas diner, and whether it’s the atmosphere, the food, or the staff, we love every part of it. This small town Kansas restaurant surely belongs on all of our restaurant bucket lists. There’s love in every bite!...

There are a variety of scenic drives to take in and around Buffalo, especially around this time of year. However, if you’ve kept an eye on the news, then you may have heard about the ongoing discussion about one of Western New York’s nearby roadways. Questions of safety have led to demands for changes, so here are a few things you should know about how Niagara Falls Boulevard become one of the region’s most dangerous roads....

There are quite a few “roads to nowhere” here in Texas, but none as remote as this. Pinto Canyon Road out near Marfa weaves through towering mountains, expansive plains, and a tiny, remote village before continuing on to who knows where. It’s one of the most quiet, peaceful journeys you’ll ever take, and you’ll truly appreciate the beauty of being fully immersed in your surroundings with absolutely no distractions. The drive begins by the Texaco station in Downtown Marfa, the final sign of civilization before the tall, mangled stalks of grass and thick coverage of cacti swallow your vehicle and beckon you to discover what lies ahead....

Whether or not you’re religious, you’ll fall to your knees for the food sold at this amazing old church restaurant located in a tiny town you’ve probably never heard of. Converted from its days as a worship center, this church diner now soothes the soul in a different way. The food is marvelous and the service is angelic. Scroll on for more details about this little-known cafe. Sherry’s Cafe is a local favorite brunch and lunch spot in the charming small town of Galva, Illinois that still looks like a regular white church from the front....

Maximize on your views of the stunning fall foliage in Vermont by taking this easy hike that leads to an unbelievably colorful overlook. Climbing Snake Mountain is not nearly as daunting as it sounds. This trail is perfect for low-key hikers who are seeking breathtaking views without all the huffing and puffing of a more strenuous climb. Snake Mountain is surrounded by the Champlain Valley. Its peak at 1,287 feet is short in comparison to others, but don’t underestimate the views from the top....

The 1938 Hurricane of New England is the biggest Rhode Island disaster that has occurred as a result of the forces of Mother Nature over the years. Coastal summer homes were swept out to sea by the hundreds, Block Island was almost completely submerged, and the damage inland was quite devastating. Let’s take a look at some rare images from that time 80 years ago. The weather map from September 21, 1938 shows the hurricane....

Chicago has the Skydeck, New York has the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, and Willy Wonka had an impressive off-the-rails glass adventure-mobile. So what exactly does Georgia have? Only a glass elevator that will skyrocket guests 73-stories above Atlanta with insane panoramic views. Only that… The glass elevator at the Westin in Downtown Atlanta is a spectacular way to see the city from an impressive and breathtaking vantage point....

Get ready for a brilliance that will complete your fall, because we’re about to journey into one of the loveliest natural environments in Greater Cleveland. On clear fall days, this dreamy destination is just a haunting smudge behind Cleveland’s skyline… but once you approach it, you’ll find a mini mountain that towers over Greater Cleveland’s flat landscape. Its entire expanse is coated in gorgeous shades of rust and gold, and an unforgettable adventure awaits within....

Did you know that the famous carnivorous plant, the Venus Flytrap, only grows in the wild in North Carolina? It’s true. And this “deadly” garden in Wilmington is beautiful proof. (Don’t worry, it’s only deadly to insects… and some other anthropods.) Take a look: The Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden is a .75 acre City of Wilmington Park dedicated to nothing but carnivorous plants, and beauty. Google Maps/Bonnie Robinson Google Maps/Bonnie Robinson The park is named for local Wimington native, Stanley Render, who passed away in 2012....

Peculiar things happen in the state of Kentucky all of the time, and we don’t always have an explanation for them. Perhaps you drive past an interesting roadside attraction like this one here, or you do a double take when you see a restaurant like this. Recently, if you were anywhere near the Ohio River, you may have seen something rather unusual passing by. A floating city made its way through Kentucky, on its way to Covington, and many likely are wondering the story behind this odd sighting in the Bluegrass State....

Camping is the very best way to bask in the beauty of Utah’s nature, and there’s nothing better than gathering around a campfire for s’mores and ghost stories. There’s one Utah ghost story that will send chills up your spine, especially when you’re in the middle of the woods. The next time you find yourself in the wilderness, sitting at the campfire, you need to tell your friends about the ghost at Moon Lake....

Death Valley is the hottest and driest place on Earth, so you’d be forgiven for not know that there’s a gorgeous, spring-fed pool right in the middle of it. Here’s why you should think about checking into this epic resort for a poolside vacation in the desert. The Oasis at Death Valley is a sublime resort in the middle of the desert landscape of California. Facebook/Oasis at Death Valley Thankfully, the resort’s beautiful greenery isn’t a mirage....

The older our state gets, the more beautifully some of our homes age. That being said, it might surprise you how different some of the houses in Washington looked nearly a century ago. The pictures of these old homes were spotted in Yale’s vintage library collection, and they’ll definitely give you a glimpse into the past. Here’s a house in Longview in Cowlitz County in the mid-30s. Photogrammer It’s most likely still there....

No Name. Climax. Jim Town. No, I am not just rambling on with random words; these are actually a few Colorado towns with downright funny names! If you dream of taking your Facebook profile picture in front of a hilarious sign – or if you just want to discover a new side of the Centennial State – hop in the car and take this fun Colorado road trip through some of our most obscure towns....

While there’s no need for speakeasies anymore, they’re still a ton of fun. Who doesn’t love a secret? New Jersey has some of the best speakeasies around, one of which can be found hidden underneath an incredible Asian fusion restaurant. Almost impossible to find, you can learn about that by clicking here. But we’ve got another speakeasy that will blow you away with its level of stealth…you could walk right by it and never know it was there....

Northern California is home to all sorts of amazing nature hikes but nothing quite compares to a hike that ends with a gorgeous view of a waterfall. This quaint waterfall isn’t massive by any means, but it’s hidden in the most picturesque setting. Not to mention, the hike itself will have you uncovering all sorts of treasures within this beautiful redwoods forest. Take this magical staircase hike and experience one of the most stunning regions of our state!...

Before you know it the infernal heat of long summer days will be upon us and you are probably already thinking about ways to have fun and stay cool at the same time. Instead of flocking to the beach, why not try something a little different? You and the whole family will have an absolute blast at this Rhode Island waterpark campground. Wawaloam Campground in West Kingston has been hosting families for 49 years....

Nashville, Tennessee is known around the world for its music, its food, and especially for its Southern hospitality. But we thought it was about time that we stopped with the ubiquitous “Bless your heart,” and actually told the real truth about Nashville. No we don’t hang out with Taylor Swift at Bongo Java every Saturday morning, and Carrie Underwood isn’t just singing at a bar in downtown randomly. But anybody could have guessed that those were true....

Vermont is full of big things, we have large towering mountains and tall cascading waterfalls. But there are also some oddly gigantic things that deserve a second look. These larger-than-life items are whimsical attractions that not only cause you to stare and also, more often than not, draw you to pull out your phone to take a picture. Let’s see how many of these big and fun things are on your camera roll....