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Get Outside on these 15 National Forests near Cities
Category: The National Forest System
by Zoe Bommarito
For those who live in the city, getting outdoors can sometimes be tough. Between the concrete jungle and small city parks, many find themselves missing the solitude and rejuvenating green space that our National Forests and Grasslands provide. Luckily, for millions of people, many National Forests are right outside major city centers. Though you might call an urban environment home, we hope you find some time to escape the city to explore our Forests.
Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument
Near: Los Angeles, CA
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Near: Seattle, WA
Mt. Hood National Forest
Near: Portland, OR
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Near: Salt Lake City, UT
Tonto National Forest
Near: Phoenix, AZ
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
Near: Denver, CO
Mark Twain National Forest
Near: St. Louis, MO
Sam Houston National Forest
Near: Houston, TX
Osceola National Forest
Near: Jacksonville, FL
Green Mountain National Forest
Near: Albany, NY
Wayne National Forest
Near: Columbus, Oh
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Nearly 130 years after its inception, the Big Ten remains a national leader in intercollegiate athletics on and off the field. The Cities of the Big Ten host hundreds of athletic events throughout the year and are proud to extend the ultimate in hospitality to the enthusiastic followers of our teams. Utilize this website to plan your next visit.
The Cities of the Big Ten are excited to welcome our new members from the west coast and now have 17 dynamic destinations that offer even more reasons to visit than just for outstanding athletic competition. We invite all fans to take the time to spend a few extra days in our communities or plan separate trips to explore and really get to know why the conference and its cities are the finest in the nation. To assist all visitors, we have created a Top Ten in each location by simply accessing the passport and immediately lock into each areas special attractions and things to do.
When it comes to showing off the Champaign-Urbana area, we just cant help but notice its brilliance. Explore unexpected outdoor activities in the heart of the Midwest; discover international flavors from a cuisine youve never tried; get energized wit
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TheCitiesNow.com is an accurate tool to get a list of every nearby city and town in the area based on a starting location anywhere in the world. You may have seen our partner sites, The Time Now or The Distance Now. These sites work together to help you see the current time in any city, the distance between cities, and all of the cities in the area.
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Cities to explore
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Earlimart, California
Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Deer Lodge, Montana
Danville, Virginia
Licking, Missouri
Affton, Missouri
Spry, Pennsylvania
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Mulino, Oregon
Barstow Heights, California
Unicoi, Tennessee
Boonton, New Jersey
Odin, Illinois
Sundance, Wyoming
Comanche, Texas
Hooverson Heights, West Virginia
Kingston, Rhode Island
Hanover, Virginia
Wilson, Pennsylvania
Trennewurth, Germany
Murrhardt, Germany
Coquitlam, Canada
Tagbilaran, Philippines
Vilyuchinsk, Russia
Saltvik, Aland Islands
Painted Post, New York
Tuk, Netherland
1. London
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London, the storied metropolis, once again reigns supreme in the 2025 World’s Best Cities ranking, securing the top spot for the 10th year in a row. Navigating the complexities of a post-Brexit era, geopolitical uncertainties and economic challenges, London’s resilient spirit and unmatched global appeal have solidified its place at the pinnacle of our annual ranking. It is the only city in this year’s ranking to capture the top spot in an impressive seven of our 28 subcategories, from Nightlife and Museums to Instagram Hashtags.
Population
Metro: 12,435,000
As one of the most desirable destinations for students, foreign investors, tourists and business leaders, London boasts a magnetic draw for people from all walks of life, ranking on top of our overall Lovability index this year. Not surprisingly, the urban area ranked third globally for international traveler spending in 2023, taking in more than US$16.5 billion and surpassing every other European city. The soft pound played a role in making bucket-list trips more affordable, while pent-up demand following pandemic restrictions propelled the city’s recovery as a p
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Begin your tour of Brazil’s big cities in capital Brasilia, best-known for its stunning architecture representative of Oscar Niemeyer. Look out for the 60m high arches of Juscelino Kubitschek bridge. Next, travel to Rio de Janeiro to explore the famous Copacabana beach, Sugarloaf mountain and downtown Rio. Make sure to experience Rio’s famed nightlife, whether a simple caipirinha on the beach or a samba club to until the early hours. Wind down in the coastal town of Paraty, where you can see colonial architecture and go snorkelling in the Bay of Paraty. End your trip in cultural Sao Paulo’s museums, galleries and restaurants.
See the architectural grandeur of Brasilia
Day 1–2 in Brasilia
Brazil’s much-maligned capital is one of the world’s greatest examples of modernist architecture, but is often at the bottom of visitors’ must-see destinations. That’s a shame, as purpose-built Brasilia is a centre of avant-garde design. The city is set out like a crucifix, with its architectural sites laid out along the grand Eixo Monumental.
Explore colourful Rio de Janeiro
Day 3–5 in Rio de Janeiro
Is there another city on earth that c
Nearly 130 years after its inception, the Big Ten remains a national leader in intercollegiate athletics on and off the field. The Cities of the Big Ten host hundreds of athletic events throughout the year and are proud to extend the ultimate in hospitality to the enthusiastic followers of our teams. Utilize this website to plan your next visit.
The Cities of the Big Ten are excited to welcome our new members from the west coast and now have 17 dynamic destinations that offer even more reasons to visit than just for outstanding athletic competition. We invite all fans to take the time to spend a few extra days in our communities or plan separate trips to explore and really get to know why the conference and its cities are the finest in the nation. To assist all visitors, we have created a Top Ten in each location by simply accessing the passport and immediately lock into each areas special attractions and things to do.
When it comes to showing off the Champaign-Urbana area, we just cant help but notice its brilliance. Explore unexpected outdoor activities in the heart of the Midwest; discover international flavors from a cuisine youve never tried; get energized wit
Find cities near
What other towns are nearby?
TheCitiesNow.com is an accurate tool to get a list of every nearby city and town in the area based on a starting location anywhere in the world. You may have seen our partner sites, The Time Now or The Distance Now. These sites work together to help you see the current time in any city, the distance between cities, and all of the cities in the area.
You are currently viewing the site in English. International visitors can read the site in their preferred language by selecting from one of the options below:
Cities to explore
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Earlimart, California
Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Deer Lodge, Montana
Danville, Virginia
Licking, Missouri
Affton, Missouri
Spry, Pennsylvania
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Mulino, Oregon
Barstow Heights, California
Unicoi, Tennessee
Boonton, New Jersey
Odin, Illinois
Sundance, Wyoming
Comanche, Texas
Hooverson Heights, West Virginia
Kingston, Rhode Island
Hanover, Virginia
Wilson, Pennsylvania
Trennewurth, Germany
Murrhardt, Germany
Coquitlam, Canada
Tagbilaran, Philippines
Vilyuchinsk, Russia
Saltvik, Aland Islands
Painted Post, New York
Tuk, Netherland
1. London
Download Full Report
London, the storied metropolis, once again reigns supreme in the 2025 World’s Best Cities ranking, securing the top spot for the 10th year in a row. Navigating the complexities of a post-Brexit era, geopolitical uncertainties and economic challenges, London’s resilient spirit and unmatched global appeal have solidified its place at the pinnacle of our annual ranking. It is the only city in this year’s ranking to capture the top spot in an impressive seven of our 28 subcategories, from Nightlife and Museums to Instagram Hashtags.
Population
Metro: 12,435,000
As one of the most desirable destinations for students, foreign investors, tourists and business leaders, London boasts a magnetic draw for people from all walks of life, ranking on top of our overall Lovability index this year. Not surprisingly, the urban area ranked third globally for international traveler spending in 2023, taking in more than US$16.5 billion and surpassing every other European city. The soft pound played a role in making bucket-list trips more affordable, while pent-up demand following pandemic restrictions propelled the city’s recovery as a p
Plan my trip
Begin your tour of Brazil’s big cities in capital Brasilia, best-known for its stunning architecture representative of Oscar Niemeyer. Look out for the 60m high arches of Juscelino Kubitschek bridge. Next, travel to Rio de Janeiro to explore the famous Copacabana beach, Sugarloaf mountain and downtown Rio. Make sure to experience Rio’s famed nightlife, whether a simple caipirinha on the beach or a samba club to until the early hours. Wind down in the coastal town of Paraty, where you can see colonial architecture and go snorkelling in the Bay of Paraty. End your trip in cultural Sao Paulo’s museums, galleries and restaurants.
See the architectural grandeur of Brasilia
Day 1–2 in Brasilia
Brazil’s much-maligned capital is one of the world’s greatest examples of modernist architecture, but is often at the bottom of visitors’ must-see destinations. That’s a shame, as purpose-built Brasilia is a centre of avant-garde design. The city is set out like a crucifix, with its architectural sites laid out along the grand Eixo Monumental.
Explore colourful Rio de Janeiro
Day 3–5 in Rio de Janeiro
Is there another city on earth that c