If you're looking for somewhere new to explore, be sure to add Tettegouche State Park in Minnesota to your list. You can't beat the scenery, and you'll experience an awesome workout with lots of ascending and descending on well maintained paths and staircases. There is so much to love about Tettegouche!
Rolling prairies, big skies, open spaces, and a feeling of serene isolation. Combine these things with bison bigger than your smart car and old historic buildings full of character, and you've got a great place to spend your day hiking!