Allie Johnson

Looking to explore one of the most breathtaking landscapes in North America? Leave Banff behind and visit the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park instead.

Lake Superior Lodge near Bayfield is a cozy Wisconsin shorefront inn with stunning views of America's cleanest lake, offering a cozy stay and plenty to do.

During the summertime, Minnesota has several outdoor activities to partake in, including going to this underrated lake island.

Just an hour or so south of Minneapolis, in a wooded area that once saw trains pass through, Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail is a spot you can't miss.

Sneaker waves are among the ocean's most unpredictable killers. Discover how to recognize the warning signs and protect yourself on the coast.

Monticello, Utah offers incredible hiking trails, scenic drives, ancient petroglyphs, and a tranquil lake perfect for an underrated Canyon Country getaway.

Big Bay State Park on Madeline Island is a great place to visit for outdoor enthusiasts. It is full of incredible Lake Superior views, camping, and beaches.

Miners Beach in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers crystal clear waters for swimming, golden sands for lounging, and scenic trails for hiking.

Sugar Creek Bluff State Natural Area is located near Lacrosse, Wisconsin, and is part of the Driftless Area making it a great place to hike and go birding.

Not far from Portland, the charming Maine town of Freeport pairs scenic coastal vistas with a downtown shopping hub and outdoorsy camping hotspots.

The Hanakāpīʻai Falls Trail is rated as difficult due to the steep inclines, stream crossings, and scrambling it involves. However, it delivers in views.

An underrated national park takes visitors through scenic drives and short hikes to overlooks of North Dakota's most striking landscapes.

There's nothing better than a Minnesota summer day at the lake, and this town has you covered in spades, from shopping and festivals to waterfront dining.

Amnicon Falls State Park is located in Wisconsin near the Lake Superior Scenic Byway and is a great stop for a picnic, hiking, and waterfall views.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) contains the SEE 18 theater which screens short films 24/7 to provide unique insight into the region.

Crack Canyon, located in the San Rafael Swell in Utah, is accessible via Highway 24 and is a great hike with some fun scrambling and drops along the way.

Ferne Clyffe State Park is a quiet nature park in Southern Illinois that is perfect for hikers looking to explore forests and bluffs and enjoy waterfall views.

Portsmouth Pit Mine Lake is one of the state's deepest inland lakes and is a great diving spot with plenty of mine shafts to explore and great visibility.

With over 200 miles of shoreline, this Lake Michigan town is a prime beach getaway destination known for its historic lighthouses and Friday fish fries.

If you love Narnia, stunning cloudswept views, and mythical stones steeped in ancient folklore, check out this secret hike in Northern Ireland.