For those of us that love the mountains and wild backcountry, living in a mountain town is the dream. Fresh air, glorious scenery, a thriving outdoor scene and access to trails, slopes and superb ...

In its early days, Durango was a mining town and railroad hub but has since transformed into one of the West's best, and slightly less crowded mountain towns. In the winter, Durango is just an hour ...

Two small towns in Vermont just ranked among the best in the country in USA TODAY's 10 BEST Readers ... Stowe's scenic mountain landscape can also be enjoyed in the spring and summer, with ...

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USA TODAY 10Best readers voted on the Best Small Towns in the Midwest, and three Indiana towns made the list. One of them even won the top prize for the second year in a row. The three small towns ...

USA Today has released its Readers' Choice Awards 2025 results for the 10 best small towns in the South, and one Louisiana town made it into the top ten. The Southern U.S. is known for its charm ...

Lake Geneva has, once again, been voted among the best small towns in the Midwest, according to a new ranking by USA TODAY's 10Best. The southeastern Wisconsin spot is no stranger to such ...

A study published in 2025 has revealed the best American mountain towns as of 2024. Using the key metrics of weather, affordability and quality of life, it has arrived at a league table of ...