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Discover the North Star State’s scenic beauty on its abundant trails—and enjoy mouthwatering lunch spots along the way—with these tips from Dudley Edmondson, an author and activist with a passion for getting people of color outdoors.

Here’s where to spy those gorgeous hues of gold and vermilion, from New England to northern national parks.

From bluebonnets to prickly poppies and paintbrushes, wildflowers are putting on their annual, colorful springtime show. Here’s your guide to the best places and times for viewing them.

Its rainforests are legendary, but there’s more beyond the jungles of Costa Rica that belong at the top of your list.

You may be the only traveler in sight at the National Park of American Samoa.

Here’s why we love the Loren at Lady Bird Lake. Plus: Five exciting destinations within easy walking distance.

Cold-weather adventures await among incredible natural landscapes when you visit Estes Park, a gem of a mountain town near Denver.

Though smaller than the state of West Virginia, Costa Rica has devoted more than 25 percent of its land to protected parks and nature reserves.

From desert blooms in Death Valley to coastal florals in the Channel Islands and popular poppies in the Sierra foothills, here’s where to find California’s wildflowers.

The Tetons are calling.

These 5 (of 6) stunning, protected areas are within easy reach of Calgary.

Where to hike, bike, plunge, and otherwise get outdoorsy in the Blue Ridge Mountains of this vibrant North Carolina city.

A beach trip during autumn may be even better than in summer.

Head to deserted beaches, seek out lesser-known state parks, and explore downtown Orlando’s neighborhoods.

Cave art or beaches? Mountains or temples? Ancient ruins or volcanoes? You can enjoy both culture and nature at these remarkable sites.