From Big Bend to the Hill Country, these small mountain towns offer quiet views, hiking, stargazing and small-town charm ...

If you're looking for an outdoors vacation with plenty of water activities, look no further than the gorgeous lake hidden in ...

Lake Martin The sweetest spot in Alabama may just be this lake, 80 miles southwest of Birmingham. When it was built in the 1920s, Lake Martin was the largest man-made body of water in the world; it ...

From coastal California to rural Japan and Portugal, USA TODAY's travel reporters share 5 destinations that stood out and are poised to shine in 2026.

Llano River provides free fun with swimming holes and scenic views. The town square feels like stepping back into a simpler time. Housing prices here won’t require a second mortgage on your soul.

The summit lodge, a rustic structure built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, adds to the charm of the place. This historic building serves as a visitor center during the operating ...

The Grand Canyon is a DarkSky International-certified park, and you can enjoy its inky nightscapes from virtually all vantage points. Down on the canyon’s base, though, the view is extra enchanting.

As winter term settles in and you’re left stranded without something to do, now is the perfect time to go for a hike. Take a ...

Governor Greg Abbott toured Post Oak Ridge State Park in Burnet and Lampasas Counties, celebrating the first Texas state park ...

If you're planning a bucket list trip this year, a spot in Alberta was just named a wonder of the world for 2026.

Games mentioned in 2025 included 9 different Halo games, 12 different Zelda games, 13 different Final Fantasy games, and 15 ...

How to visit: Summit Trail at Kennesaw Mountain, Walk-Up Trail at Stone Mountain and Mountaintop Trail at Arabia Mountain are the most iconic hikes at each monadnock. You’ll have to join a guided hike ...