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While there are many enchanting places in Maryland, a few of which I’ve previously mentioned here, there are some that absolutely must go on your bucket list. The following place located in the Deep Creek area has it all from charming accommodations, to woodland views, to easy access to Deep Creek Lake. It’s a full experience in one of the most enchanting spots in western Maryland. Located in Swanton, you’ll find the lovely Carmel Cove Inn....

This bridge at a Pendleton County climbing area is not for the faint of heart. Are you brave enough to cross it? Nelson Rocks, a largely privately owned rock formation under the name NRocks Outdoor Adventures in Pendleton County, has a foot bridge that will make your knees weak.The bridge is 150 feet high and 200 feet across. As you can see, the bridge is made of wood slats and cable....

New Hampshire is known for its natural beauty, but years ago the hills and forests of New Hampshire were important for industry. As mills hummed along New Hampshire rivers, trains carried materials and freight from New Hampshire to the markets or seaports. Unfortunately as industry in New Hampshire died off, the need for railroads perished as well. Now, miles and miles of the former railroad lines have been made into trails that are perfect for hiking or biking....

Are there any better people than the Missourians? I think not. People who call Missouri home are intelligent, tough and adventurous, to start. Here are ten reasons why Missourians are the best people in the country; I’m sure you can think of even more! Missourians are adventurous. Lynn Dieter/flickr Spelunking is just one of the many crazy things Missourians do for fun. And with more than 6,000 caves, can you blame us?...

Guys, I hate to disappoint, but it looks like we’re not getting snow this winter. With all of this rain and 70-degree weather, we’ll have to look on years prior if we want to see the beauty of a Georgia snow. Luckily, I’ve found some amazing pictures of past winters where the snow made Georgia look heavenly. Check out these 11 photos where snow transformed Georgia into the most beautiful scenery....

If you grew up in Minnesota you definitely had some unique experiences and thoughts that other people might not understand. Here are some of the things you probably pondered in your Minnesota childhood: Is this what the ocean is like? This is a beach right? Flickr/Tony Webster Maybe if it keeps snowing I won’t have to go to school! Flickr/Greg Gjerdingen Imagine how big the ice cream sundae would be!!! Flickr/Tim Wilson...

Florida isn’t exactly known for being easy on houses, and if they’re not maintained, they can go from spectacular to spooky pretty quickly. We found some Florida houses that will send a chill down your spine. This home in Usher is hauntingly beautiful, but I wouldn’t want to go inside alone. Flickr/Daniel Oines This house in Pomona Park in Putnam County looks like it could be a haunted dollhouse. Flickr/Dan Tantrum...

Florida gets a lot of flack from other states for some reason. Maybe it’s because of our crazy news or maybe they’re just jealous. Either way, most Floridians are pretty good at being able to laugh at themselves and appreciate our state’s weirdness. After all, you don’t see us moving anywhere, do you? We’re just guessing, but here are a few things other states might not like about us: You can’t really blame them....

Sure, we’ve all seen the regular deer, birds and insects–even the occasional moose or bear–while meandering through nature in Vermont. These photographers were adventurous enough to get up close and person with these animals to capture these extreme shots. You won’t believe a human being froze these incredible moments in time. This close-up of a deer fly in Corinth. Flikr/Macroscopic Solutions This swimming beaver in Putney. Flikr/putneypics A Hatchling Painted Turtle in Swanton....

If you’re from Tennessee, then there are a couple of things you keep in your back pocket that you know will ALWAYS be true – and here are fifteen. Unsweetened tea just isn’t tea. Pen Waggener / Flicker The sugar makes it real, folks. Best music in the nation? Tennessee has it. Jon Elbaz / Flickr Every kind of music. From Elvis to Dolly, all the way to Timberlake. Plus the fried chicken rivals any in the south....

With this week’s Southern Maine snowstorm, we can finally say that just about all of Maine has seen some snow this winter. While the Portland area saw about 6 inches in total, a far cry from where they were this time last year, much of Southern Maine was awash in a winter wonderland. In honor of this, we thought we’d give you a taste of some of the best snow scenery in Maine....

Get ready for some of the most beautiful sweater weather ever. Experts are saying that the fall foliage in Massachusetts this season may be best in years. Yankee Magazine has released its annual fall foliage report and this season is shaping up to be the most colorful and vibrant autumn in quite a while. Experts agree we’re about to see some of the most glorious fall foliage in years. Flickr/MOTT...

Camping season is in full swing for us Texans. No matter how hot it is outside, summer just wouldn’t be the same without roughing it under the stars for a few nights. According to Business Insider, Enchanted Rock near Fredericksburg is the best place for camping in the state, and we have to agree. Here’s why you should add it to the top of your bucket list for this summer:...

This is the time of year when we all start looking forward to pumpkins, corn mazes, haunted houses, and all things Halloween. One Nebraska town does haunting better than anyone else – and we’re not talking about our many ghost towns. Brule, in Keith County, goes all-out for a limited engagement experience at the end of October…and it’s frightfully fun. Every October, the entire town of Brule is taken over by spirits, zombies, murderers, and various nightmarish characters....

South Dakota is home to PLENTY of delicious restaurants that keep customers raving about their fantastic qualities. But if you’re looking for a new dining experience in a quirky atmosphere, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show is calling your name. Spend your time exploring the set of the 1990 film Dances with Wolves, watch craftsmen hard at work, or embark on the best Black Hills tour in the area, all before indulging in a delicious western meal....

New Hampshire is one of the oldest states in the nation, so it’s no surprise that there are lots of haunted places hidden among our rolling hills. Since the seacoast is the oldest area of New Hampshire, it’s natural that the seacoast towns have lots of reported hauntings. But one creepy New Hampshire small town stands out from the rest when it comes to paranormal activity. Hampton has so much paranormal activity that even the town’s parks are haunted....

Kentucky’s natural landscape is filled with ideal places to relax, wander and reflect. There are also spots that seem to magically appear and have been created for that exact escape you are seeking. At the Yuko-En on the Elkhorn Japanese Garden in Georgetown, you will feel as if you’ve ventured across the world to a magical garden, when in fact you are still walking the gentle hills of Kentucky. Situated along the North Elkhorn Creek, Yuko-En Japanese Garden is 5 1/2 acres of natural serenity....

So many day trips in Maryland, so little time. If you’re a lover of antiques, then you’ll most definitely want to visit the following village. This underrated spot in Maryland boasts history, shops, community, eateries, and more. Check it out. You’ll be glad you did. Nestled in Frederick County, you’ll find the charming little village of New Market. Wikimedia Commons / Acroterion Even though this community has a population of under 700 residents, it boasts an impressive title....

Rhode Island has no shortage of fantastic bakeries. While many of them offer authentic Italian style desserts, others produce a blend of all of your favorite sweets. One bakery found in Providence might just be the most adorable and fantastic of them all. Pastiche Fine Desserts is found on a quiet side street in the heart of historic Federall Hill. facebook/Pastiche This cozy European style cafe and bakery serves amazing desserts inside its historic building....

The snowstorms that much of Utah experienced yesterday and last night were part of a larger storm that moved across the country. It originated in the North Pole and brought cold air with it – making it a “Polar Vortex.” It’s gonna be a cold weekend, fellow Utahns. This map released yesterday shows much of Utah was affected by the storm. National Weather Service While some places received only a few inches of snow, mountain regions saw several feet of new snow....