Tall oak and elm trees create perfect shady spots for afternoon picnics. The swimming pool here is a lifesaver during those scorching Texas summer days when temperatures climb into triple digits.

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Hidden within Colorado is the state's oldest town, which offers visitors breathtaking scenery, rich cultural heritage, and ...

A man armed with a rifle started a wildfire and then began shooting at first responders in a northern Idaho mountain ...

Canfield Mountain is a popular hiking and biking area on the outskirts of Coeur d’Alene, covered with trees and heavy brush and crisscrossed with trails that lead into a national forest. Fire is ...

Many of these places are a mix of rural and urban communities and destinations, where peaceful outdoor activities, nature, history, and culture meet.

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A Houston to Los Angeles is a fun way to explore desert landscapes, quirky towns and get lost in amazing cities in Texas and California.