Saratoga, Wyoming

The reward for a strenuous hike in southern Wyoming's Medicine Bow National Forest? Stunning scenery in every direction, including an alpine tundra of lakes and white-granite boulders. The area near Saratoga, Wyo., is an outdoor lover's paradise. Hiking, canoeing and fly fishing are some of the activities available. And after a hard day of play, it's time to unwind in one of the town's hot springs. They've been popular for ages.