From frog jumping to dog surfing, pioneer cosplay to a "mule people" Mecca and ecstatic dance, California culture is displayed at festivals.
Also, visit Buena Vista, “America’s Front Porch,” and Albany, home of a rotating Ray Charles sculpture and important civil rights legacies.
In Grand Rapids, tour one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most elegant Prairie masterpieces. Don’t miss the 42-pound “La Grand Vitesse.”
From scenic rides on the beach to breathtaking mountain views, here's a run-down on late summer activities for you and your family.
The Minnesota State Fair, or “The Great Get-Together,” and Minnesota’s stunning waterfalls also make for great road trip getaways.
If you're going to pay your California "membership fee" you may as well enjoy every adventurous activity the state has to offer, like these.
Also, road-trippers who can’t spend much money can take a 110-mile loop starting and ending in Providence that costs hardly anything.
Here's how to spend a day in Healdsburg, visiting quintessential places for a taste of the town.
Some movies make their way into your heart. Why not make your way to the iconic Golden State locations where they were filmed?
The Kancamagus Highway is one of America’s most romantic routes. Also, see Portsmouth, where America truly began, and make like a moose.
From arches to strange "tufa towers," we found these unique rock formations that are "must-visit" for hikers and climbers heading to CA.
Swim with manatees, meet some spider monkeys, eat at a 1950s diner, spend a day #Sanfording, and find sanctuary at Ocala National Forest.
When you think of places to visit or vacation, the islands off the California coastline are ripe for relaxation, adventure or a bit of both!
For those who want to venture out of Boston, Massachusetts is full of other historic and natural sites, plus a few surprises along the way.
There have been more than 138 sightings reported so far this year in the Golden State, and Patch has gathered the most intriguing ones.
Planning your next summer road trip? These Southern destinations promise delicious cuisine, cultural hotspots and plenty of sunshine.
There are several options for Californians looking to plan a short-notice summer vacation on a budget.
From beach towns to historical cities to mountain escapes, the Northeast has no shortage of drivable summer getaway destinations.
From thrilling outdoor adventure to delicious Midwest cuisine, these destinations and attractions are sure to please everyone in the car.
Maryland is full of historical sites, but also has breathtaking geological formations and other natural areas begging to be explored.
Deserts, beaches, museums and more await road-trippers traveling through the Southwestern United States.
Some of the most curious and breathtaking parts of the country exist in the West. A road trip is the perfect way to experience it all.
From the idyllic Lake George to the historic Golden, these hidden gem destinations promise a summertime adventure you won’t soon forget!
These incredible trips, spanning from the tip of Maine to the southern coast of California, are sure to “wow” everyone in your group!
Driving the Jersey shore is the quintessential New Jersey road trip. Get off the beaten path to see Paterson’s magnificent waterfall.
With enough advance planning, a Connecticut road trip can include an overnight stay at a lighthouse. Also, check out Mark Twain’s digs.
Whether or not it's your thing, getting 100 percent golden on Golden State beaches is possible. Don't forget the sunscreen.
Shawnee National Forest in “underrated” southern Illinois offers short hikes to the Garden of the Gods and Giant City State Park.
Also, get away from it all in New Hope and Bucks County; snuggle under the stars, meteors and possibly northern lights at dark sky park.
If the Crooked Road Heritage Music Trail, Natural Chimneys, and the small-town charm of Wytheville aren’t your jam, check out ghost tours.
Lose yourself in the 1793 Cazenovia (don’t miss the spectacular waterfall), see where baseball started and groove on llamas and alpacas.
Road trips focus on volcanoes, redwoods, coastal villages, the old stomping grounds of the Grateful Dead and a “Sideways” wine tour.
If you’re planning to experience America on a summer road trip, these food picks provide a sense of place — or they’re just plain weird.
Don’t miss the House on the Rock and the world’s largest indoor carousel. Or wait until winter and explore Apostle Islands ice caves.
Check out some of Georgia’s hole-in-the-wall barbecue joints, feed your Bigfoot curiosity and take in some of the state’s best waterfalls.
Take a road trip to Sandwich and soak up its small-town charm — and, if you time it right, an old-fashioned county fair.
Rhode Island has several roadside oddities and attractions, including an animal topiary garden and the Narragansett Indian Monument.
Boston, Cape Cod, the Berkshires, Salem witch trial historic locations and Lizzie Borden’s house each make for interesting road trips.
From the Western Highlands to the Eastern Shore, these Virginia road trips are steeped in presidential history and feature unspoiled vistas.
When the open road calls, find an eclectic arts community at Collingswood, rugged natural beauty in Sussex County or even a county fair.
