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There are two ways to hike Utah’s trails. You might be the kind of person who chooses the most challenging route. You hike with the final goal in mind, climbing as quickly as you can to reach the summit. Or, maybe you tend to take the easier route, even if it’s a bit longer. You enjoy the views along the way, stop to rest and eat a granola bar, and meander along the trail, reaching your destination whenever you get there....

Alabama is home to many amazing places. Of all these places, one stands out among the rest because of its uniqueness. This unique place that Alabama is proud to call its own is the one and only Ave Maria Grotto, which is located in Cullman. flickr/Daniel Thornton Ave Maria Grotto, known as “Jerusalem in Miniature,” is a four-acre garden park that’s located on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey—in an old quarry....

The only thing better than hearing the rain hit your roof as you fall asleep at night is hearing the sound of a thundering waterfall crashing down from above and trickling into a creek below. When you stay at this sweet little secluded spot, that is exactly the experience that you will get. Be prepared to reorganize your plans for the summer to make sure that you can 100% fit this incredible stop into your itinerary....

Fall is a truly magical time of year, even here in Texas where a lot of us don’t experience the crisp air and changing leaves. For those unfortunate folks, the season’s charm is not lost – all it takes is a little road trip for you to enjoy the splendor of the foliage. Many of us don’t associate West Texas with vibrantly hued plants simply because it’s a desert, but McKittrick Canyon in the Guadalupe Mountains will absolutely blow your mind this fall....

Have you ever driven past a house and wondered where the owners got the energy to put up all those lights? They spare no detail in creating a spectacular show that you’ll remember for years to come. There are many memorable Christmas displays in Minnesota, but this year, one lights display in particular takes the cake. The Trista Lights in Minnetrista, Minnesota, are so good that they’ve been featured on this year’s The Great Christmas Light Fight....

While Vermont is picture perfect during the daylight, these nighttime pictures will blow you away. Whether the light was captured with a flash or fire, these photographs will NOT disappoint. Smuggler’s Notch Flickr/StarrGazr The torchlight parade at Smuggs down Morse Mountain. Burlington Flickr/subadei A sense of solitude is found in Battery Park. Waterbury Flickr/Nicholas Erwin Great capture of the Northern Lights from Waterbury! Burlington Flickr/subadei A deserted alley in Burlington....

I know it’s been a few years since Business Insider named Kansas the state with the most boring scenery, but I still can’t get over it. Granted, the ranking came from a poll conducted by the business website, but I am guessing the poll takers have never personally seen our beautiful: Fields of wheat… Flickr/Kelsey …or sunflowers. Flickr/Ted Duboise Colorful farms… Flickr/Patrick Emerson …small towns… Flickr/frank thompson photos …or big cities....

There are several marvels in Maryland worth exploring and today we’re focusing on one that must be seen to be believed. Previously, we featured drone footage of Mallows Bay, which you can view by clicking here. For a more up-close look, check out the below images and video. What seems like a normal bay in Nanjemoy, is actually hiding a fascinating secret. Flickr / Joel Kinison A look at Google Maps will reveal what lies under the surface of Mallows Bay....

Horseback riding is a magical experience and western North Carolina is filled with several stables that offer guided rides and trails. Reaching elevations of 5,500 feet, taking in stunning views of the Pisgah National Forest, or weaving your way through dense, cool mountain forests near Bald Mountain Creek – Wolf Laurel Stables is a unique way to spend a beautiful spring day. Facebook / Wolf Laurel Stables Located in Burnsville, Wolf Laurel Stables offer some of the most scenic horseback riding trails in Western North Carolina....

Hiking during the dog days of summer can be a hot, sweaty experience depending on the location and temperature…but a waterfall payoff at the end can make it all worthwhile. This hike in Adams Canyon has some nice shady spots, a river and a gorgeous 40-foot waterfall at the end. Find the trailhead right off Hwy 89 in Layton. Utah Outdoor Activities/YouTube From 1200 North, turn onto Eastside road. The parking lot is near the end of the road....

Chocolate might be one of the most delicious foods in the world. If you’re a chocolate-lover in West Virginia, you’re in luck! The town of Lewisburg has a festival all about chocolate that takes place every April. The Lewisburg Chocolate Festival will be having its 10th annual event this year. Courtesy of Lewisburg Chocolate Festival You can see incredible chocolate creations… Courtesy of Lewisburg Chocolate Festival …and get your own chance to sample artfully designed chocolate bites....

Living in Maine today, it’s easy to forget that the state didn’t always look like this. A hiking trip didn’t include folks attaching a Go-Pro to their chest at the trailhead. It didn’t include selfies, or snapping photos along the way to post to Instagram. Life was different in the 1970s. Whether you remember these days because you lived them or your memories come from hearing vivid stories, the 1970s were a special time....

Recently, we took a look at a collection of photos taken in Nevada during the 1950s and 1960s. Let’s fast forward to the 1970s. Listed below are 13 amazing photos that were taken in Nevada during the 1970s. Fremont Street, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1979 flickr/Roadsidepictures Park Wedding Chapel, Reno, Nevada, 1970s flickr/Mobilus In Mobili Apollo 17 Geologic Exercise, Tonopah, Nevada, 1972 flickr/U.S. Geological Survey Lake Lahontan Reservoir, Carson River, 1973 wikipedia...

We have some pretty amazing bridges here in Texas, from the beautiful Pennybacker Bridge in Austin to the soaring Rainbow Bridge in Port Arthur. The following bridges are just a glimpse into the architectural brilliance that abounds here in the Lone Star State. Pennybacker, or Austin 360 Bridge (Austin) Craig Allen/Flickr Waco Suspension Bridge (Waco) cmh2315fl/Flickr Rainbow Bridge (Port Arthur) Patrick Feller/Flickr Regency Suspension Bridge (Regency) cmh2315fl/Flickr Fred Hartman Bridge (Baytown) Louis Vest/Flickr...

(For a complete list of 2017 fireworks shows in Michigan, click here.) It’s that time of year when we’ve got fireworks on the mind. Sure, we could opt to purchase our own and have a block party with the neighbors, or we could brave the crowds, pack up the picnic blanket and lawn chairs and make an evening of it at the many parks that will offer fireworks displays in the coming weeks....

Part of an 11-acre park, locals are nearly obsessed with this place. And for good reason! The seemingly sapphire waters of Candlewood Lake make it a picture perfect spot for waterfront activity. With benches, playground, picnic tables and a boat dock this place is more than worth the drive for a weekend escape. Check it out: Candlewood Lake was created in 1926, filled in 1928, and has long been a favorite spot for locals....

So, why the hype about this supposedly epic zipline? Because, believe it or not, summer is just around the corner and there’s no better way to have fun in the sun than by riding a zipline and feeling the wind on your face. But Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park is even better, because it’s also waterfront. Check it out: Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park is a great place to go if you love being in the water....

One of the most notorious haunted places in Louisiana is the former Caddo Parish Penal Colony, aka “The Pea Farm.” Built on the former plantation of Lieutenant Governor Caesar Carpentier Antoine, the correctional facility was meant to be ‘self-sufficient’, meaning that the work inmates did on the farm portion of the prison was supposed to fund the facility. Well, it didn’t quite turn out that way. Rumors of prisoners working 12 hour days in the blistering Louisiana summer heat along with numerous prisoners being shackled to walls or tortured in an on-site electric chair haunt the memory of this prison....

Wouldn’t it be nice if you had an easy way to explain what living in Florida is like? A lot of people think it’s all alligators and Disney World, which gives you no real idea of what it’s like. So the next time someone starts asking you all those questions or tells you they’re thinking of moving here, maybe you could show them one of these maps that attempt to showcase an accurate breakdown of the state....

One very special spot in Maryland has just received well deserved recognition. According to Business Insider, Kent Island is the best tourist attraction in Maryland that you may have never heard of. This gem on the bay boasts beautiful views and has a plethora of things to do. If you haven’t been, you’ll want to check out this gorgeous little known island in Maryland. Kent Island is the biggest island in the Chesapeake Bay....