Bridge on Nature Trail in Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Cool Things TO DO Off the Beaten Path
What shall we do on our next trip? Is that the million-dollar question after deciding, “where shall we go”? With so many cool things to do in the USA, finding hidden gems off the beaten path can be a little daunting.
We have devised a short list of diverse activities to aid your thought process. Some we have done. Many are still on our bucket list. Take a look at our thoughts on relaxing, playing, and learning for your next trip.
The suggestions listed are just that…..suggestions, hopefully to get your trip plans started. Coupled with your own ideas of things you have always wanted to do, your next trip will be memorable.
So, plan to relax or play or learn or even do all three on your next excursion. In the long run, feeling pleasantly tired after a day of memory making is what it’s all about.
Ways to Relax
- Go on a riverboat cruise, sailboat ride on the bay, or ferry boat ride across the lake
- Drive across the country on scenic byways and back roads
- Stop at overlooks along the road for breathtaking views
- Drag your feet in the water along a beautiful beach
- Watch a sunset from a beach chair or cabin balcony
- Enjoy a quiet walk through a park
- Hit a spa for rejuvenation and stress reduction
- Find the perfect spot for a picnic in the park, on the beach, or in the mountains
Time to Play
- Have fun at a small town theme park or water park
- Take to the water for sailing, kayaking, skiing, boating, or fishing
- Join in or watch indoor or outdoor sporting events
- Go biking, hiking, or climbing for great exercise
- Visit the thousands of state and national parks in the USA
- Try your hand at mini-golf or take in 18-holes of golf
- Peddle boat, canoe, or raft around a lake
- Take a dip in a swimming hole, lake, pool, or hot springs
Learn & Experience
- Try your hand at fly fishing or deep sea fishing
- Spend time touring art galleries, historic sites, and museums
- Take cooking, art, or glass blowing classes from a small town artisan
- Sign up for sailing or scuba diving lessons
- Visit small town festivals, meet the locals and learn about their culture and heritage
- Go on a factory tour and learn how stuff is made
- Check out small town historic architecture
- Enjoy zoos, aquariums, and nature centers
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