There’s something quite compelling about a beautiful body of water; these natural wonders invite quiet contemplation and encourage all sorts of outdoor recreation. And while this intrigue can be found ...

Just an hour north of Milan, Lake Como provides breathtaking views, celebrity villas, and Alpine scenery for tourists during ...

Have you ever longed for a summer escape where you glide across sapphire alpine waters at dawn and plunge into their invigorating depths by midday? Across the United States, these high-altitude gems ...

Why do some places make you stop breathing for a second, without warning? High in Colorado’s alpine backcountry, some lakes do exactly that, and you won’t believe they’re real. These lakes weren’t ...

The Pacific Northwest may not be the first destination that comes to mind for fall foliage, but Washington state has some of the country's most spectacular autumn road trips. The 400-mile Cascade Loop ...

The Trinity Alps Wilderness is a 540,000-acre wonderland three hours north of Sacramento. The second largest wilderness area in California, it features more than 550 miles of hiking trails. The region ...

While many of the high alpine lakes in the Vail area remain covered in snow and ice, Nolan Lake near Fulford is ice-free and ready for a midsummer dip. Getting There The trailhead for Nolan Lake is in ...

While the Swiss Alps have earned their reputation for high costs, these four regions offer the same mountain views, walkable villages, and quality healthcare at half the cost of U.S. mountain towns.