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Located near Silverton, Silver Falls State Park is one of the most beautiful places in Oregon — and it’s especially spectacular in autumn. This incredible state park is full of majestic waterfalls, gorgeous hiking trails, glittering streams, and lush, colorful forests that are breathtakingly vibrant in the fall. Numerous amazing trails wind through the stunning landscape. You’ll pass serene creeks framed in gold foliage… flickr/ Ian Sane You’ll cross beautiful canyon bridges…....

Have you ever taken a railroad hike in Connecticut? The Constitution State has a number of trails where railroad lines used to be, but none as jaw dropping as this one! You’ll love taking this historic path, whether you’re going for a relaxing stroll, high intensity run or a quick bike ride. You definitely need to check this place out! The Airline State Park Trail is a rail trail over 50 miles in length!...

Once upon a time, there was a burger in Georgia that was deemed the “Best in America” by The Wall Street Journal. Since that article was published in 2007, hungry patrons have sought out on a journey specifically to try this monster burger. Many people have visited the 8-seat shack year-after-year to eat the famed burger and have stated with confidence that it has only gotten better over time. Take a look at what has been fondly dubbed The Ghetto Burger from Ann’s Snack Bar....

Once a booming mining and railroad state, Colorado is full of new and old tunnels both big and small. While large, nearly 2-mile-long passages like the iconic Eisenhower Tunnel are fairly unique and memorable, the topic of today’s article proves to be the same, except for different reasons: Located in the hills of Colorado Springs’ Bear Creek Park lie the tunnels of Gold Camp Road; a series of 3 arched tunnels that once served as not only a means of travel for the railroad, but automobiles as well....

Fall is definitely here and that means we’re treated to spectacular foliage, pumpkin flavored goodies galore and, of course, actual pumpkins. A trip to the pumpkin patch is a fun autumn tradition and there are many in New Mexico to choose from. However, McCall’s Pumpkin Patch in Moriarty stands out because it feels like a farm and a fairground rolled into one. There are a full day’s worth of activities packed into the 320-acre farm....

While winters in northern Nevada are long and cold, they’re short and mild in southern Nevada. Keep in mind, southern Nevada does see heavy snow every now and then, but it’s extremely rare. Many Nevadans dread the winter months, even though they shouldn’t. The following 13 photos prove Nevada is beautiful during its winter months, and this time of year shouldn’t be dreaded. This beautiful snowbank was captured in Las Vegas....

Some people avoid museums because they think they’re stuffy or boring, but The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota is not just any museum. First of all, it’s the state art museum of Florida, so as a proud Floridian, you should check it out. Secondly, it is so much more than the average museum. Here, you will find more than 10,000 objects of every medium, style, and origin, including 21 galleries of European paintings, and much more....

Vermonters are always looking for a great adventure, and if we find one at a bargain price, even better. The Merck Forest & Farmland Center is a magical farm that’s located in a 3,100-acre forest that’s filled with hiking trails, cabins and some of the most stunning views you’ll find in the Green Mountain State. The kids (and adults!) love the animals on the farm and the lively demonstrations you’ll find here....

Rhode Island is a small state with big personality! The people from the smallest state are no different. We have a very unique and vibrant culture that you simply can’t understand until you live here. Because of how strong our traditions are, we often get into a little bit of awkward situations while traveling. Here are some examples. That time asked where the nearest bubblah is while out of state… Flickr/Eden, Janine and Jim You quickly realized this was a Rhode Island only word!...

There are few people who haven’t spent an afternoon diving into old photos, laughing about what has changed and what hasn’t. These photos from the 1970s in New Hampshire will remind you of your own family albums, and the great times that you enjoyed growing up in New Hampshire! The view from the summit of Mount Washington in 1971 was just as stunning as it is today. jimflix/flickr The racetrack at Loudon, now known as the New Hampshire Motor Speedway, was a lot smaller in 1978....

Indiana is an underrated state to those who do not live here. If you do live here or you have lived here, then you know how beautiful the state of Indiana is. In fact, we have breathtaking nature getaways and gorgeous city skylines. Here are some incredible photos taken in Indiana you won’t believe are real. The gorgeous Indianapolis skyline. Jimmy Baikovicius Fort Wayne has a beautiful skyline too. Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership...

The more things change—the more things stay the same. We collected some old photographs of Louisiana and then compared those places to how they look today. It was interesting—some things have changed a lot, and some things, not so much. Take a look and judge for yourself! Alexandria Hall at the turn of the 20th century of Louisiana College in Pineville. State Library of Louisiana Alexandria Hall at Louisiana College in Pineville Louisiana State Library of Louisiana...

Ah, the 80s… It really didn’t get any better than leg warmers, Duran Duran and The Breakfast Club, did it? You know what else was the best? Growing up/living in Kansas during the 1980s! If you were an 80s kid (or an 80s kid at heart), here are 12 things you may remember… 1.) Sporting your MTXE t-shirt around Wichita Flickr/Ryan “Mental Toughness Xtra Effort” (MTXE) was the 1980s slogan for Shockers basketball under coach Gene Smithson....

Arguably one of the best decades of all time, the 1980’s were truly a unique period and, sometimes, you can’t help but to sit around and reminisce about the past. So, if you’re ready to take a trip back in time, check out the list below for some of the state’s most memorable events of the 1980’s. Cheryl Prewitt from Ackerman, Mississippi won Miss America. Miss America You sat in suspense along with the rest of America as you found out who shot J....

Maybe you’re new to the Tar Heel state, or maybe you’ve lived here all your life. Either way, you can’t call yourself a ‘North Carolinian’ without experiencing some VERY true North Carolinian experiences…like these 14. Try both types of BBQ and get in a debate over which one is better. Flickr / Andrew Yee Visit waterfalls in the summer and find the perfect one to take a dip in. Flickr / Kim Seng...

In Alabama, we’re very fortunate to have such an abundance of wildlife species. Whether you go on a hike, take a trip to the beach, spend the day on the river, or just simply look out your window, you’ll see many different types of wildlife species. Here are 17 examples of the many different types of wildlife species you can find right here in Alabama. While hiking our many trails, you may come across this little fella....

It’s December 10th, and not only does that mean Christmas is a mere two weeks away, it also means it’s Mississippi’s 199th birthday. In honor of such an important event, we decided to reflect on the amazing state we call home. So, without further ado, here are 17 reasons Mississippi is the best state in the country. Known as the “Hospitality State,” Mississippi is home to some of the friendliest people around....

Hotel rooms are fine, and camping is a blast—but for a truly unique experience, try renting out a treehouse for a weekend. Not quite camping but not exactly a hotel stay, treehouse rentals are a great way to take your love of the outdoors to new heights. Here are a few treehouses in Montana that are available to rent, so add one of these spots to your summer bucket list....

Living in the Ocean State ensures some pretty great things for us locals. One of the very best (and maybe most obvious) is having access to wonderful places to swim. While most of these places tend to be pretty crowded in the summertime, a few have slipped through the cracks. These lesser known spots are perfect! Peck Pond, Chepachet Yelp/Paul M. This 30 acre pond is found in the heart of Pulaski State Park and recreational area....

It’s no surprise that many musicians, past and present, have written songs about Oregon. From Woody Guthrie to Esperanza Spalding, these songs will make you thankful to be an Oregonian. Joan Baez - Portland Town Wikipedia/ Heinrich Klaffs “I was born in Portland town/ Got married in Portland town/ Yes I did, yes I did” Esperanza Spalding - The City Of Roses Flickr/ Jose Nieto “In the city of roses/ streets lined with red brick and green branches/ weren’t rainy days that might seem bleak/ our rain is the paint that makes the land lush and the folks unique”...