Quoddy Head State Park in Lubec, Maine, USA offers wonderful walks cliffside or by the shore with many interconnected trails to explore through forest and wetlands some of which are wheelchair accessible, and there's a historical lighthouse which still shines with two white flashes every 15 seconds. With over 541 acres at the tip of America's easternmost peninsula, Quoddy Head State Park is great for picnics and hiking as well as wildlife watching, and in summer you may spot humpback, minke and finback whales offshore, as well as many sea and shore birds, other activities included beaches and hunting, and there's a visitors center open daily for tours and program information, come for a wonderful visit.READ MORE

Downeast Coastal Conservancy in Machias, Maine, USA is here to conserve the natural habitats and resources of the watersheds and communities of coastal Washington County, Maine, for present and future generations in their own words. They protect properties throughout coastal Washington County, and to date have protected 6,100 acres of land and 57 miles of shoreline which includes many public access properties. Downeast Coastal Conservancy is a non profit organization also offers outreach and educational programs promoting public awareness as well as collaborations with key stakeholders and willing landowners, and they support volunteer engagement and their conservation mission is for present and future generations benefit. READ MORE

Forest Park Nature Center in Peoria, Illinois, is a 500 acre state nature preserve offering enjoyable hiking trails that will take you through spectacular forested woodlands and prairies, include some trails that are wheelchair accessible. Facilities at our nature center include a natural history museum, a bird observation room, The Trailhead Nature Store that is stocked with interesting, environmentally-friendly gifts and items. A stunning "A" frame building at Forest Park Nature Center is a charming, rustic venue for hosting weddings, business meetings, presentations and many other events, and unique birthday parties include a 45 minute hike accompanied by a naturalist and 45 minutes party time.READ MORE

Victoria Park in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada is a beautiful natural woodland park of roughly 1,000 acres in the centre of town with an extensive trail system designated as multi use. There are two sets of waterfalls which flow through a steep tree covered rocky gorge, and the park is a great place for picnic lunches, the Picnic Pavilion is ideal for group activities and events including school reunions, birthday parties and more. Victoria Park has a bandshell and hosts a summer concert series and midsummer movie nights, and the Holy Well Gazebo in a small raving area is available for unique functions, weddings and small gatherings. Jacob’s Ladder is man made, and a steep climb over 175 steps, ideal for fitness challenges, and there are many other highlights here including the stunning views and winter activities for cross country skiers and snowshoeing.READ MORE

Gray's Creek Conservation Area in Cornwall, Ontario, is a unique tourist attraction set on more than 43 hectares of natural landscape where visitors can enjoy the spectacular beauty of nature as they meander along the walking trails, always on the lookout for waterfowl, songbirds and other animals that call this protected area home. As a tourist attraction, this conservation area is ideal for cycling on a paved bike path, hiking along beautiful walking trails alongside the tranquil St Lawrence River or enjoying picnics in the dedicated picnic area. Copeland Park, located within Gray's Creek Conservation Area is a delightful family park where visitors can enjoy camping and other outdoor activities, and features convenient outhouses and washrooms.READ MORE

Presque Isle Park in Marquette, Michigan, USA is located on Presque Isle, a 323 forested oval shaped headland or peninsula which juts into Lake Superior, known countrywide for its natural beauty. Offering residents year round outdoor recreation, beautiful and serene setting, nature observation and cultural experiences, the park features over 100 species of native plants, pebble beaches, rocky cliffs, bogs and forest, and there are picnic areas with cooking facilities and concession facilities. Presque Isle Park has hiking trails and playgrounds, drinking fountains, restrooms, a custom designed timber gazebo and an open air park shelter, and the stone and log pavilion is available for community events, small receptions and gatherings. Fishing is also available for catches of native lake whitefish, lake trout and brook trout, come for a wonderful visit and day out.READ MORE

Penn Lake Park in Marathon, Ontario, Canada is a premier venue for community events, festivals, family gatherings and recreational activities and within easy walking, cycling or driving distance from the town centre. There's a shallow lake great for swimming, and picnic sites along the shoreline a well as many hiking trails and mountain biking trails, and water activities include canoeing and kayaking. The Penn Lake Park Campground has 16 campsites and two RV sites, as well as 9 unserviced sites for tent camping, ad there's a playground and beach volleyball courts, come enjoy wonderful leisure pursuits and a fabulous stay or day in this beautiful park with much to see and do.READ MORE

The Key West Vistors Center of Big Pine Key, Florida, USA have everything you need for exploring and discovering the area, and there are free maps and information brochures, coupons for bars, restaurants, shops and museums. They also offer huge discounts on accomodations and watersports throughout the Florida Keys and there are 3 great locations of theirs to visit for savings. The Key West Vistors Center is a must stop for information on snorkeling and diving, jet ski island tours, parasailing, glass bottom boat tours, wild dolphins, scuba diving, national park tours, sunset sails, kayak, sailing and eco tours, and there are great discount packages available, and for accommodations their prices are so low they cannot be published, contact them today for great rates and advice.READ MORE

Bahia Honda State Park and Beach on the tropical island of Big Pine Key, Florida, USA covers over 500 acres complete with offshore island offering some of the best snorkeling and beachcombing in Florida, and an award winning beach and historic bridge. There's a concession service and gift shop a snack bar and boat slip rentals, you can also hire kayaks and enjoy daily snorkeling tours to the stunning Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary. Bahia Honda State Park and Beach also offer boat trips to the reef, or you can bring your own boat for launch, there are sea wading birds and shore birds, as well as the Sea and Sand Nature Center introducing nature loves to the island's plants and animals, plus if you want to stay over they have campsites and vacation cabins, and accessible amenities, come for a memorable visit to these beautiful surrounds.READ MORE

National Key Deer Refuge on the lush tropical island of Big Pine Key, Florida, USA was established to protect and preserve the endangered Key Deer which are unique to the lower Florida Keys, and other wildlife resources, and the area over 9200 acres has pine rockland forests, tropical hardwood hammocks, freshwater wetlands, salt marsh wetlands, and mangrove forests. Only wildlife dependent activities are allowed here including saltwater fishing, wildlife observation and photography, interpretation, and environmental education. National Key Deer Refuge is home to 23 endangered and threatened plant and animal species and hundreds of others, and it's a wonderful place to visit with many activities which you can find out about at the visitor center, come for a unique and fascinating adventure.READ MORE