Thomas, West Virginia, is an ideal launchpad for all kinds of outdoor fun. Read about where to stay, shop, eat and have fun.

Georgia's Okefenokee Swamp is home to endangered species. Here's what to know before planning a visit to the wildlife refuge.

A 14-year-old girl was killed after she was struck by a tree limb at the Blackwater Falls State Park sled run, troopers said.

Three dams in the Concord region that have created large recreational areas – Franklin Falls Dam, Blackwater River ... acres including Elm Brook Park and Clough State Park and has more than ...