You can't just park wherever you want and call it camping, but you probably know that already. Doing it right takes some careful planning, but it's doable.

If you’re a seasoned hiker, you’ve likely visited, or at least heard of, all the best hiking trails across the U.S. These are ...

Sometimes the most extraordinary escapes aren’t found in distant lands or exotic locales—they’re tucked away in the northeastern corner of South Dakota, where Hartford Beach State Park creates a ...

There’s a magical place in northeastern South Dakota where the prairie suddenly gives way to forested hills, dramatic bluffs, ...

From Niagara Falls to the Redwood Forests, state parks preserve many of the nation’s iconic landscapes and historic treasures ...

Venture outside of Las Vegas to the state’s parks, where stunning scenery and intriguing history complement a range of outdoor adventures.

Skip the national park crowds and sleep under the stars at these state-run gems.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY, MI -- The votes are in and a new champion has been crowned for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ 2026 State Park Madness bracket. Each January the DNR runs a virtual ...

The Oregon Department of Forestry announced Wednesday that Browns Camp Off Highway Vehicle Campground will leave behind its first-come, first-served model and adopt a reservations-only system. This ...

Some Michigan state park and recreation area campgrounds will be closed for a portion of the 2026 camping season.

Several popular state parks in Oregon are closed to the public due to widespread storm damage that has closed highways and left thousands without power across western Oregon. Silver Falls, Ecola and ...

MANKATO — A lot can happen in a month. Just look at No. 14 Minnesota State men’s hockey. On Dec. 5 the Mavericks were atop the CCHA standings on a seven-game winning streak. Fast forward to Saturday ...