Illinois experienced a surge in visitors to its state parks and historic sites last year, reaching the highest numbers in ...

After visiting all 50 states, I think Letchworth, Matthiessen, and Kodachrome Basin are some of the best lesser-known US ...

I've traveled to all 50 states and love exploring the country's lesser-known state parks. Letchworth State Park in New York and Matthiessen State Park in Illinois have gorgeous waterfalls.

Summer in the United States is practically synonymous with backyard barbecues, fishing at the lake — and baseball. Definitely ...

Wisconsin's Ice Age National Scenic Trail sees almost 4.7 million hikers each year and generates $820 million to the state's ...

Those eye-popping and record ... of interest to Illinois Ice Age hikers. "I feel that every day we reach more people," Pierick said. More hikers, more money for Wisconsin's tourism economy The ...

No injuries or burned structures have been reported since the Iron Fire was sparked on Sunday, but more than 900 acres were ...

The proposal has upset some neighbors, park users and others who say a public park is the wrong place for the privately-led ...

If you are a fan of soft pretzels, then heading to Illinois' "Pretzel City" is a must for culinary fun, great history, and that classic Midwestern quirky charm.