New Outdoor Destinations Spotlighted Across the U.S.

Outdoor recreation highlights across the U.S. now include Maine's scenic hikes featured in ARC Maine's new segment and Arkansas' Lake Fort Smith State Park, where visitors can fish, kayak, and join a state park passport program. Michigan continues to offer over 4,000 miles of hiking trails amid diverse natural landscapes, appealing to nature enthusiasts. In Wisconsin, travel experts Tom and Kristi Flick Manus have released a guidebook on unique roadside attractions, while Kansas' collaborative Gunsmoke Trail, celebrating Wild West heritage, has received the 2025 Collaboration of the Year award. Portland, Oregon, has also been recognized as the world’s sixth quietest city, boosting its status as a tranquil travel destination.