The Ape Caves are one of the most fascinating places to explore in Washington. You can find these ancient lava tubes in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, on the south side of Mount St. Helens. At a little over 2 miles long, they’re known as the longest lava tubes in the lower 48 states. The caves feature an upper and a lower level, both of which offer an invigorating hike through the underground....
Just think, in a few short months the weather is going to be heavenly here in the Sooner State, and you’ll be looking for things to do outdoors in the fresh air. Of course we have the beautiful Turner Falls and Natural State Park, but we went searching a little deeper for a few more hidden gems in the state. Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, boating or just relaxing, you’ll want to add these 10 places to your bucket list if you love the outdoors....
Connecticut invented the hamburger, so it’s no surprise that the state has a number of delicious options. Whether you’re looking for a double smothered in cheese or a classic with extra tomatoes, I’ve got the place for you! Take a dining road trip and check out every place on this burger bucket list. GoldBurgers GoldBurgers/Facebook GoldBurgers/Facebook 1096 Main Street, Newington, Connecticut 06111 These gourmet burgers are served up in a vibrant laid-back restaurant....
This river in Wyoming snakes along the western portion of the state and is very appropriately named. Can you guess which river it is? It has earned the distinction as being the longest river in Wyoming and possesses the qualities of being both wild and scenic. Flickr/Rosa Say If you guessed Snake River then you are correct. Snake River is not only the longest river in Wyoming but it is the largest North American river to empty into the Pacific Ocean....
There’s no better way to explore Wyoming than through your taste buds. Follow along on this tantalizing trail to some of the most delicious spots in Wyoming. This is one trail you won’t mind tackling because it is everything, as a chocolate lover, you ever dreamed of. Images/Google Maps Meeteetse Chocolatier TripAdvisor/Samarasnoh Meeteetse Chocolatier This chocolate shop has an interesting story behind it. The owner is a cowboy who turned into an artisan of chocolates....
Rhode Island is filled with hundreds of fantastic restaurants all in close proximity. With so many amazing choices, it can be hard to decide where to go. Many locals often end up sticking to just a few favorite places and develop a fierce restaurant loyalty. If you’re one of these people, and are thinking about changing things up, here’s a perfect list to start with! These lesser known spots might be tucked away where you’d least expect it and are really worth discovering....
Alabama is such a wonderful place to call home. It’s filled with beautiful scenery, and it also has many affordable homes, low tax rates and a reasonable cost of living. According to AreaVibes, the following 20 towns in Alabama have the lowest cost of living. Note: Only towns with a population of 10,000 to 100,000 were used in this ranking. Also, each cost of living index is based on a national average of 100, and an Alabama average of 89....
Is there anything more beautiful than Indiana in the fall? Indiana is lucky enough to have some of the most amazing displays of foliage in the country. With a plethora of parks, forests, and outdoor areas to explore, it can be overwhelming trying to find the best places to visit. Don’t worry; let this handy fall foliage road trip be your guide to the best autumnal trees this season. Full directions can be found here....
Life cannot always be rainbows and unicorns, but there are some cities in the Bluegrass State that tend to let trouble roll off quicker than others. What makes me think that? A company called Credit Donkey decided to do a “happiest cities in Kentucky” study based on the data collected from both the US Census Bureau and the FBI. The deciding facts in their study were restaurants, crime rate, commute, departure time, income, housing and rate of divorce in cities with more than 10,000 residents....
Firstly, let’s just say there are several Palmetto State gas and filling stations that have been converted into eateries. Tubbs in Florence and Harolds in Yemassee are only a couple of them, but there are so many more. Charleston’s trending upcity area has at least three of these ex gas stations that have transformed into amazing places to grab an exceptional meal. Here’s one of them. Trip Advisor/GOBEAVS96 For real: Xaio Bao Biscuit is gas station pan Asian gourmet....
Burlington is home to many places, and perhaps the most popular is the campus of the University of Vermont. Its bustling streets and historic buildings are wondrous to look at, and sometimes a bit ominous. If you’ve felt a sense of foreboding or a chill going through your body when you’re here, there is a chance you’ve had a paranormal encounter. After all, many of the buildings at UVM are said to be haunted....
We’ve brought you up to speed on some of the creepiest places to visit in Indiana, and if these frightful stops weren’t enough to fill your horror bucket, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled some of the best, scariest places in Indiana and created an ultimate haunted road trip for you to explore this fall…if you’re brave enough… You can find full directions here: Primrose Road - South Bend Jim Grey/Flickr This spooky road is the perfect place to start our terrifying haunted road trip, so long as you drive at night....
Rail trails are great, not only because of the natural beauty and fresh air, but the sense of history you get along the way. The Wabash Trace Nature Trail is a fantastic rail trail because it’s not only one of the longest rail trails in Iowa, it runs through the unique and beautiful Loess Hills, a series of hills formed from silt that was blown in from the Missouri River floodplain after the last ice age....
Sometimes you’re looking for a restaurant that’s not too fancy, not too far, just local, laid back, and serving scumdiddlyumptious food. Luckily, we’ve got you covered. These under the radar New Hampshire restaurants serve no fuss, just great eats. You’ll love these underrated New Hampshire restaurants so much you’ll want to scream “scumdiddlyumptious!” Gale Motor Co. Eatery, Manchester Mike B./yelp Gale Motor Co./yelp Gale Motor Co. opened earlier this year at 36 Lowell St....
Drive outside of Pittsburgh on winding roads that are less crowded, past a vibrant autumn landscape, and to charming covered bridges that remind us of a simpler time. Embark on a quaint covered bridge trail through Bedford or simply explore these 10 beautiful covered bridges near Pittsburgh that will remind you of a simpler time. Kintersburg Bridge – 2730 Musser Road, Indiana, PA, 15701 Indiana County Parks Kintersburg Bridge has crossed Crooked Creek since 1877....
Offering you the best of both worlds, bridges provide you with both architectural elegance and natural scenic bliss. Always serving their purpose in getting us from Point A to Point B, New York’s residents commonly love taking in the gorgeous surroundings when they find themselves crossing one of our bridges. Whether you’re looking to cross one of these bridges during a road trip or are looking to just take a casual stroll high up off the ground, we guarantee you’ll be speechless....
There’s something so neat and exciting about grabbing a burger or late night pancakes at a diner. Whether they have newer furnishings or date back to the beginning of time, a diner makes for a neat experience and best first date story there ever was. Do you have a favorite spot out of this list, or maybe a beautiful story that took place behind their walls? We want to hear!...
Did you know that there are 84,000 miles of rivers in Wisconsin?! We have rivers of all sizes up here – rivers that run only through our state, and rivers that cross many states. We admire them, fish in them, and canoe them. Here are ten of the top rivers in Wisconsin. Mukwonago River Joshua Mayer/Flickr As you can see from the picture, the Mukwonago River is incredibly clean an clear....
Summer should be spent outdoors, especially in Kentucky. You may not know that throughout the Bluegrass State, there are a number of outdoor theaters, putting on quality productions of some of your favorite plays and musicals. They all provide an excellent opportunity to enjoy the warm, summer evenings while watching an engaging show, surrounded by Kentucky’s natural beauty. Jenny Wiley Theatre - Prestonsburg, KY Facebook/Jenny Wiley Theatre Within Jenny Wiley Resort State Park, this outdoor theatre has expanded to year round productions that include performances in nearby Pikeville....
Oregon is full of spectacular beauty, and one of the best ways to take it all in is to see it from above. These 10 amazing places in Oregon have breathtaking views that will drop your jaw. Crown Point flickr/ andymw91 Located in the Columbia River Gorge just off the Historic Columbia River Highway, the wonderful Crown Point is home to the historic Vista House pictured above, as well as stunning panoramic views....
