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Some towns are special for their history. Other towns are special for their setting. When a town is special for both its history and its setting, you know it’s a town worth visiting. Boston Township in northeast Ohio is a quaint, rural village that’s seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Its history and rural setting are both well preserved because it sits in the middle of Ohio’s only national park—which makes it even more special and well worth a visit....

If you were to look at a map of the brand new state of Nebraska 149 years ago, you may have been looking at a picture of ghosts…ghost counties, that is. At the time, western Nebraska was still wild and sparsely populated, and not many people really knew what was out that way. Popular mapmaking company Colton printed maps with six counties in western Nebraska that did not exist…and the mistake wasn’t caught and corrected for a decade....

Why shouldn’t every room at the hotel have a totally different theme? At Winvian Farm they believe your hotel room should be as unique as you are. Which is why they skipped the skyscraper look and built a collection of themed cottages on their endless acreage. No matter which of the 18 cottages you choose, from the lodge to the greenhouse, you’re guaranteed to have a good time. Check it out!...

Most people have no idea there are remnants of a forest sitting several feet underwater in Ohio. Submerged remains of what was once an above-water ecosystem are downright fascinating. That’s why scuba diving at White Star Quarry in Gibsonburg, Ohio is a definite bucket list item for Ohio explorers. Check it out: What was once a grove of trees left over from the working days of this former quarry (and now popular diving resort) are absolutely mesmerizing....

Summer has arrived in Texas and the quest to find ways to stay cool is in full force. In addition to spring-fed pools and natural waterslides, you can add one of the state’s most beloved swimming spots to your bucket list. After over a decade, the gates at Island View Park have re-opened and swimmers can again enjoy Lake Texoma. Here’s more information about the cleanup process that has transformed this summer destination:...

I’ve written about Gorman Falls in Colorado Bend State Park before, but it’s just so amazing that it deserves an article all its own. It really is an oasis tucked away within the thick brush of the Texas hill country. Not many people know a roaring, rushing waterfall exists in our state at all, let alone right under the nose of a good portion of our state’s population. And the best part?...

When thinking about jaw dropping places in Rhode Island, typical first thoughts tend to include Beavertail State Park in Jamestown, or dozens of gorgeous places in south county. Neutaconkanut Park in Providence should also be on this list, and there are many brilliant reasons why! The park is situated on a site rich in Rhode Island history. Yelp/Ciara G. The Great Hill of Neutaconkanut, which is found leading up to the hiking trails, was the former land border between the Narragansett Sachems and Rhode Island’s very own founder known as Roger Williams....

If you’re looking for an outdoorsy place to explore in Maryland, it can be difficult to choose where to go. With a plethora of state parks in the Old Line State, your options certainly aren’t limited. However, there’s one state park in particular that has a wide variety of natural and man-made attractions. You could spend several days exploring this woodsy slice of paradise, and still have more to see. This Maryland state park has everything an adventure lover needs....

Wyoming is home to a very unique spot known as the 45th Parallel. The 45th Parallel is an imaginary line that circles the globe at a point that is halfway between the equator and North Pole. This same line also passes through Minneapolis-St. Paul; Ottawa, Canada; Venice, Italy; and the northern point of the Japanese Islands. In this spot, you can stand between two very extreme areas. By Peter Mercator - Own work, Public Domain, https://commons....

Now that the weather is finally getting warmer, it’s time to think about adventures. We recently wrote about an amazing mountain coaster, and today we want to show you another fun activity that’s both thrilling and scenic. Zipline Utah is located at Deer Creek Reservoir, and it offers some seriously cool family fun. Zipline Utah/Facebook Before you start your course, you’ll have a short training on how to use the equipment, so there’s no experience required to have a great time....

In an area of Kentucky that is well known for the popular Mammoth Caves, you’ll find an underrated spot that is a little slice of heaven on a summer day. Nolin Lake within Nolin Lake State Park in Edmonson County is an oasis from the travelers visiting the nearby attractions and provides its own sense of adventure and escape. Nolin Lake State Park opened to the public in 2001 and the main feature is its stunning 5,795-acre lake that winds through the park....

We Minnesotans hear A LOT about the Twin Cities, and the most populated parts of the state. It might bug us that more attention isn’t paid to the lesser known places that we love so much. So here’s what we can do about it. It’s a 2 step plan guaranteed to end our city angst, just make sure you get through step 2! Step 1: Take a breath and remember that our big cities are bursting with awesome culture, and that they definitely aren’t overrated!...

Who doesn’t love butterflies? The sight of a single one of these beautiful creatures is special. But thousands upon thousands? It’s truly magical. Luckily, Minnesotans have the chance to experience the magic every year at one of the Minnesota State Fair’s most popular attractions. At a busy crossroads, tucked among endless rows of food stands – and even more endless crowds – is the Butterfly House. Consider this your reminder to make time in this year’s visit for the fair’s most magical oasis....

Every state has its share of peculiarities only natives and long-time residents understand. Many of these activities and notions may seem rather crazy to everyone else but, in reality, are completely normal in their neck of the woods. Nevada is no different. Here are 11 things Nevadans do that may seem a bit insane to the rest of the country. Playing video poker or slot machines at the grocery store, restaurant, gas station, or airport is completely ordinary....

World War II was an incredibly difficult and formative time for the entirety of the United States, and Massachusetts was no exception. The conflict affected many aspects of life here in the Bay State. These photographs, taken between 1939 and 1945, show just how different things were here while war raged overseas. These women from Smith College in Northampton were accepted for Voluntary Emergency Service. They didn’t even have time change out of their street clothes before their initial drill session....

Anyone who has ever been to Colorado knows that it is a picturesque wonderland complete with stunning mountain views, lush valleys and even a few gorgeous structures scattered about. In fact, Colorado is so pretty that it reminds me of something you’d see illustrated in a storybook! To give you the same visual, here are 13 Colorado spots that are straight out of a fairy tale: Aspen Flickr/Chris Ford Doesn’t the color contrast between the aspens and the green grass remind you of the forest from Snow White?...

Naturally, where you grow up leaves an imprint on you, and Louisiana is no exception. Louisiana is such a unique state, and growing up here comes with some weird side effects. Whether you never left or maybe you’ve moved away, you’re bound to have experienced a few of these side effects from life in the bayou. You measure distance in minutes. Jay Parker/Flickr Instead of telling someone to go down the road 5 miles, you probably say something like “go down the road about 10 minutes”....

We’ve already covered the 1950s and the 1960s in South Dakota, and now we’re moving on to the next decade – the ’70s. The big changes of the previous decade kept rolling and shaping this one to be full of just as many headlines both good and bad. The ’70s were marked by big headlines like the Cold War keeping everyone on edge to the Vietnam War finally ending in the middle of the decade....

Those of us who live in Denver are pretty lucky… not only do we have gorgeous views, abundant attractions, and a variety of stellar (and well-paying) jobs, but we also live in a safe area. Actually, scratch that; we live in a fairly safe area, as these 8 terrifying things in Denver can (and just might) kill you: 1.) Massive amounts of snow Flickr/Andrea Typically, blizzards are more of a nuisance than they are a life or death situation… however, in 1997, the Denver area was blanketed with a whopping 2 feet of snow and 60 mph winds, leaving thousands stranded and killing 4....

Summer is about halfway through (gasp!) and if you’re still looking for ideas on fun things to do, check out this list. Here are 12 unforgettable things you must add to your Portland summer bucket list. Hurry, before it’s too late! Float the Willamette. Matthew Nenninger & Tracie Andrews / Flickr Floating down the Willamette is an ultimate summer experience that you can share with thousands of other Portlanders. Visit the Rose Festival....