Have fun in the sun at Maryland’s Deep Creek Lake; Great Cacapon, West Virginia; and Rodanthe, North Carolina.

Dr. Adrian Walton told Global News that runoff from farm and dairy operations can get flushed into some of the local streams.

Once popular swimming holes, Salmon Falls, in addition to Elkhorn Valley and Canyon Creek recreation sites, remain closed. In ...

This mountain escape is popular for train rides, a lively arts scene, and outdoor adventures. Here are our favorite things to ...

The swimming area at Swartswood State Park in Sussex County was closed June 19 after state officials detected a harmful algae bloom in the lake.

While swimming is not allowed in the lake, access to the wading pool area and beach is open. The city hopes to allow swimming again on June 27.

By the way, on hot days, you'll want to arrive at popular swimming holes early — perhaps before 10 a.m. — to ensure you get a parking spot. Triangle Lake waterslides ...

By the way, on hot days, you'll want to arrive at popular swimming holes early — perhaps before 10 a.m. — to ensure you get a parking spot. Triangle Lake waterslides ...

Hiking, swimming, and admiring unbelievable views. What more could you ask for? That's exactly what you'll get when you do ...

The new recreational dock at Dow’s Lake is located just off the Queen Elizabeth Driveway. It has a roped-in swimming area and lots of Adirondack chairs for lounging. Maya Lawson, far left, a ...

If you’d prefer to explore the area by train, hop on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway at the historic depot downtown for an out-and-back adventure along the Toccoa River.

Devils Backbone Brewing Company has partnered with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to launch the Fresh Food Express van, aimed at expanding access to nutritious food for families in need. The Fresh ...