Picnic Destinations

By: Maureen Callahan

Venture far and wide to find new scenic vistas or just enjoy a cozy local spot. Picnics can come in all shapes, sizes, and destinations.

Set up your picnic near a lake, a riverbank, or the ocean and let the soothing sounds of flowing water lend a quiet musical backdrop to your outdoor meal.
Park at a scenic overlook or on the side of a country road and spread out your picnic on the hood of the car and enjoy the view.
Hike up a mountain trail with a backpack full of picnic goodies.
Head to an outdoor concert early and picnic on the lawn outside the venue. You'll beat the parking rush and enjoy better food than is served inside.
Bring your picnic basket to the local botanical garden and enjoy what's in bloom while you dine on favorite foods.
Go to a local airport (even a small one) and picnic inside or out as you watch the planes take off and land.
Drive to a nearby landmark, memorial, or a sculpture garden you've always wanted to check out and spread out a picnic meal nearby.
Walk to a neighborhood park with your weeknight dinner for an impromptu picnic on a park bench.
Transform a patio or sun porch to a rainy day picnic spot by spreading out a blanket and surrounding the setting with your indoor plants.
Set a tablecloth on the carpet in your living room and eat picnic-style while watching a movie.