Stories

  • Aquatic Adventures along the Edge of the Wilderness
    Edge of the Wilderness - (Minnesota)

    With over 1,300 lakes, 925 miles of streams, and 400,000 acres of wetlands to choose from, the Edge of the Wilderness is a water-lover’s paradise. Whether you’re into sailing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, water skiing, swimming or fishing, this byway has something for everyone.

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  • A Watery Playground on the Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive
    Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive - (Nevada)

    Looking for the perfect place to cool off during the hot summer? Look no further than Lake Tahoe on the Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive in Nevada. Lined by sandy beaches and the snow-capped mountains of the Nevada/California border, this byway takes you along Lake Tahoe, one of the nation’s...

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  • A Whitewater Wonderland On the Midland Trail
    Midland Trail - (West Virginia)

    Do you crave adventure? Take the Midland Trail for the adrenaline rush of a lifetime on some of the world's most popular whitewater rivers. Running through the lush vegetation and mountainous terrain of eastern West Virginia, the Midland Trail leads you to the outfitters, guides, and rapids...

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  • Boating on the Savannah River - South Carolina’s Other Coast
    Savannah River Scenic Byway - (South Carolina)

    Come to South Carolina's southwestern border along the Savannah River Scenic Byway to explore a triad of lakes on the tranquil Savannah River. Accommodating water recreation activities ranging from motorized to man-powered, from high-speed to leisurely, the lakes are ideal locations to cool off...

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  • Canoeing the Shining Sheyenne River
    Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway - (North Dakota)

    Full of Native American sites, Viking lore, pioneer homesteads, and small towns with turn-of-the-century charm, the Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway also possesses one of the most popular canoeing rivers in the whole of North Dakota.

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  • Chesapeake Country Byway Boating
    Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway - (Maryland)

    Raise the sails, rev the motor, or pick up a paddle to discover boating bliss on Maryland’s Chesapeake Country Scenic Byway. Celebrate boating in all its forms on the welcoming waters of this area's canals and rivers—and, of course, Chesapeake Bay.

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  • Hood River: The Windsurfing Capital of the World
    Historic Columbia River Highway - (Oregon)

    With winds sculpted by the Columbia River Gorge and currents from the Columbia River, windsurfers around the world recognize Hood River, Oregon as their capital city. Nestled in the shadow of Mount Hood along the Historic Columbia River Highway, at the north end of the Mt. Hood Scenic Byway,...

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  • Make a Splash On the Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail
    Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail - (Ohio)

    When summer temperatures spike, plunge into the cool waters off the Lake Erie Coastal Ohio Trail. See why the Great Lake along this byway deserves its title as you play in and on Lake Erie and its neighboring waterways.

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  • Oceans and Great Lakes on the America's Byways

    When the summer months roll in, cool off along the great waters of America's Byways. In the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans, or on the great inland seas of the Great Lakes, America's Byways offer plenty of watery adventures.

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  • Raft Wild & Scenic Rivers on Oregon's Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway
    Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway - (Oregon)

    Come do some rafting where two rivers collide head-on—in Glide, Oregon, on the northern piece of the Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway. Experience a wild ride or a gentle float on the mountain waterways of this scenic byway.

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  • Ride the Rapids on the Red River
    Red River Gorge Scenic Byway - (Kentucky)

    A beautiful drive down the Red River Gorge Scenic Byway will take you to one of eastern Kentucky’s gems – the Red River Gorge. Grab your canoe or kayak, because you will want to take a trip down this striking river. Located within the Daniel Boone National Forest, it has perfect rapids for...

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  • Riding the Waves Along Florida's Coast
    Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway - (Florida)

    When the thermometer is up, cool down with friends and family along Florida’s Indian River Lagoon Scenic Highway. Grab the swimsuits and sunscreen and head out for a great trip where the scenery is matched only by the hot locations for splashing, sailing, surfing, and sun.

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  • River Activities on Northwest Passage
    Northwest Passage Scenic Byway - (Idaho)

    Whitewater rafting on the rivers of the Northwest Passage Scenic Byway is irresistible. From beginning rafters to expert kayakers, the byway's rivers can accommodate everyone depending on location and the time of year. Adrenaline and risk not your thing? Try fishing for salmon, steelhead, trout,...

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  • Rivers and Lakes Along the Payette River
    Payette River Scenic Byway - (Idaho)

    Payette River Scenic Byway brims with a variety of outdoor adventure opportunities. During the summer Payette River, Cascade Reservoir and Payette Lake provide river running, tubing, beaches, boat docks and fishing for those who want to get wet, or thrilling views of whitewater, waterfalls, and...

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  • Scenic Water Adventures at Flaming Gorge
    Flaming Gorge-Uintas National Scenic Byway - (Utah)

    When the summer sun beats down on the red rocks of northeastern Utah, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the cool waters of the Flaming Gorge Reservoir and the Green River along the Flaming Gorge-Uintas Scenic Byway. Bring your swimming suit and sunscreen so you can swim, paddle, or ride skis or...

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  • Water Recreation on America's Byways

    From jet skis to kayaking, from water skiing to surfing, America's Byways® are full of exciting - and wet - adventures. You are certain to find any type of water recreation imaginable along America's Byways.

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