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Tucson, Arizona

Tumamoc Hill

Hikers and walkers flock to this historic volcanic butte for its scenic desert views.
Culebrillas, Ecuador

Llaviucu Lagoon

A quiet alpine lake where hikers pass alpacas and an old brewery.
Bordeaux, France

Twin Cities Gardens

These gardens whisk you away to Japan and Morocco—without leaving Bordeaux.
Savannah, Georgia

Wormsloe State Historic Site

The tabby ruin is Savannah’s oldest surviving structure.
wild horses swim in the waters of Assateague Island National Seashore.
Itinerary

The Explorer’s Guide to Outdoor Wonders In Maryland

7 spots to experience rare and exciting wildlife
Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Piedra Falls

Crisp mountain water cascades over volcanic rocks at these secluded falls outside Pagosa Springs.
List

The Mysterious Petroglyphs and Twisted Towers Beyond Utah’s National Parks

The national parks occupy just one corner of a vast and mind-blowing landscape. Here’s how to explore the rest.
Devil's Kitchen
List

You’ve Never Seen Stars Like This: Underneath Utah’s Mind-Blowing Night Skies

Clear skies and sprawling desertscapes make Utah a stargazer’s dream.
La Jolla, California

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Seahorse and Seadragon Exhibit

Go deep on these fascinating fish, and get a bonus lesson on the importance of marine conservation.
La Jolla, California

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

A dramatic coastline that’s home to a rare pine tree.
Greenland

Qinngua Valley

Welcome to the greenest place in Greenland.
The Legacy Trail, a converted rail trail stretching 18.5 miles, winds through some of Sarasota County’s most spectacular scenery.
nature

Why Sarasota Is an Ideal Destination for Nature Lovers

Must-visit spots to make the most of your travels.
A watchful alligator in repose on the banks of South Creek at Oscar Scherer State Park is a quintessential Florida scene.
Itinerary

A Nature Lover’s Guide to Sarasota: 9 Wild & Tranquil Spots

Discover roseate spoonbills, gopher tortoises, and serene trails.
Rifle, Colorado

Rifle Falls

You might want to bring a rain jacket to this travertine triple waterfall.
Mount San Jacinto offers beautiful vistas.
Itinerary

California’s Unbelievable Landscapes: A Guide to Nature’s Masterpieces

Volcanic craters, out-of-this-world rock formations, and wild twisting trees, all in one state.
The California seashore is full of wonder.
Itinerary

The Ultimate California Guide to Tide Pools and Coastal Marine Life

Hidden within pockets of California’s seawater lies an entire world waiting to be explored.
A brown rat peeks out from the grass.
science

What Makes an Animal a Pest? AO Wants to Know.

Animal-human conflict expert Bethany Brookshire explains why we put cats before rats.
Andrew Coletti January 24, 2025
Bradenton, Florida

Rare Fruit Trail at Palma Sola Botanical Park

A wonderful world of rare fruits and flowering trees grows in a small botanical park in Bradenton.