Nestled in the high desert near Ely, Nevada, Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park is a hidden gem that’s about to become your new favorite weekend getaway. This pint-sized park packs a punch with ...

Ferry Beach State Park is also home to a stand of pitch pines that’s rarer than a quiet moment in New York City. These hardy trees, with their twisted trunks and scaly bark, look like they’ve been ...