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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
stops6distancedriving timeIn This GuideJack Rabbit Trading Post01Standin’ on the Corner Park02Meteor Crater Natural Landmark03Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel04Pete’s Route 66 Gas Station Museum05Grand Canyon Deer Farm06Living in Arizona can be quite an adventure for tourists and residents alike. There are countless things to see, do, and experience, and road trips are often the most incredible way to see the best parts of the state.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
In 2024, Zion National Park was the second most-visited national park in the U.S. There were 4.94 million visitors last year, a staggering number for the nearly 149,000-acre park. Only the Great Smoky Mountains National Park beat out Zion when considering visitor numbers. As someone who's been to Zion twice, I completely understand its appeal.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
I always look back fondly at the experiences I had during my childhood. While I grew up in Rhode Island, I spent a lot of time in Massachusetts; my parents were both born in the Bay State, and we had plenty of relatives to visit here. Much of my childhood was spent traveling across the border to visit family in Central Mass and exploring many of its cities and small towns.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
Shawnee National Forest is undoubtedly a destination for those seeking solitude while surrounded by forests filled with oak and hickory. The park's 289,000 acres also include wetlands, grasslands, and unique rock formations, canyons, and bluffs. It's truly a dream come true for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike! While this is a lovely day trip destination, how about spending a few nights in the forest for a more immersive experience?
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
During the winter months, many of us long for the hot summer days to go outside and play. While there's so much to see and do throughout Wisconsin in the summer, there are those hot, humid days when we just want to cool off. Pools are nice and all, but I feel that natural pools are even better. Would you like to wade in an iconic freshwater swimming hole in Wisconsin this summer? If you said, "Yes," then Wazee Lake is where you'll need to go.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
The weather is heating up, the school year is winding down, and thoughts of summer activities are at the forefront of our minds. Summer will be here before we know it, and with that comes those hot, sticky days where we will need some relief. Have you started planning your summer adventures yet? Well, I have a suggestion to add to your ever-growing list: a day trip to Lake Le-Aqua-Na. This iconic, crystal clear swimming hole in Illinois is the place to be for ultimate outdoor fun in the sun.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
Like many, I enjoy a good glass of wine; sitting and sipping on a glass of white or red can be a relaxing experience. While I might not know much about wine, I am always willing to learn about the regions and processes of making specific varietals. I get excited to talk to wine connoisseurs, sommeliers, and wine makers. On a recent trip to Southern California, I took a wine tour to three wineries in Temecula, a major wine-producing region home to approximately 50 wineries.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
Whether you're a history buff or enjoy the great outdoors, Wilson's Creek National Battlefield in Republic, Missouri, offers a bit of everything. This was the site of the first major Civil War battle held west of the Mississippi River and serves as one of the oldest tourist attractions in Missouri. Here you can walk or drive a 4.9-mile paved path with interpretive signs, hike several walking trails, explore the battlefield, view exhibits, and more.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
I drive by this fascinating place nearly every day. Set back from the road in an affluent neighborhood in Paradise Valley, it's easy to pass by, but the sign on the road welcoming visitors always beckons. Visiting Cosanti Originals is like stepping into a world of whimsy in Paradise Valley, Arizona. If you haven't been to this outdoor art studio and gallery yet, you may be amazed at what you'll discover here.
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2 weeks ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney
Like most of you, I have a bucket list—and it's pretty long! One place that had taken a top spot for many years was The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California. I'm almost certain I first discovered these colorful fields on Instagram, but I never had the chance to go until this year. Timing travel with a seasonal attraction while balancing a busy home life was tricky for several years, but spring 2025 was when I could make it happen.
