Snakehead Whisperer Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 Just about every place I've been to has something that is all it's own. My favorite 'outdoor state' is any place on Earth. 2 Quote
Surfcaster Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 North Carolina is my home and I believe the Carolina's (NC/SC) as a whole offer some of the best outdoor options in the country. Beaches to the east and mountains to the west and a lot to offer in between and all four seasons (for the most part). However, I went to Washington last May to a friends wedding and we flew into Portland, OR and drove to his house in Centrailia, WA and that was some beautiful country. We drove right past Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens. Beautiful rivers also. 1 Quote
Super User MIbassyaker Posted May 13, 2015 Super User Posted May 13, 2015 I have lived in MN, ND, CA, NJ, and MI, and visited every other state in the lower 48 at least once. Some I like better than others, to be sure, but every state I think has something to recommend it to outdoorsmen (even the small crowded ones, on occasion)...but I haven't seen any place that quite compares to CA, just in terms of the sheer magnitude and variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. Quote
Jd_Phillips_Fishin Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 North Carolina is my home and I believe the Carolina's (NC/SC) as a whole offer some of the best outdoor options in the country. Beaches to the east and mountains to the west and a lot to offer in between and all four seasons (for the most part). However, I went to Washington last May to a friends wedding and we flew into Portland, OR and drove to his house in Centrailia, WA and that was some beautiful country. We drove right past Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens. Beautiful rivers also. Dude, I've lived in Texas and NC. There aint no comparison between the two. Quote
Super User HoosierHawgs Posted May 13, 2015 Author Super User Posted May 13, 2015 Dude, I've lived in Texas and NC. There aint no comparison between the two.I don't know... I feel like the Carolinas offer maybe a little bit more overall. They do have all 4 seasons as seen in the Classic lol! And honestly I really like the ambience of a little fall/winter hunting. But I also agree with the guy that said everywhere has something to offer! Sheesh, better start saving now, I may end up having to travel all over the US! Quote
Super User Sam Posted May 13, 2015 Super User Posted May 13, 2015 Louisiana. Fresh water, salt water and great hunting. Nice people and the food will knock your socks off. "Come to Louisiana - Leave Different" Quote
Matthew2000 Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 The carolinas hunting isn't very good. The deer are like large dogs, the ducks are alright unless you have private land you are kinda screwed. The only place that has major success is the santee river, it's flooded with guys staying over night in their boat, you can't even find a spot. The turkey hunting is fair nothing spectacular but a healthy population with some good size. The beaches around here are disgusting, all have a nasty green water and the fishing isn't all that great unless you go to the outer banks. Bass fishing is pretty good, we have some nice big lakes, but most get SUPER crowded with rec boaters. SC winters suck, everyone goes nuts and everything gets whut down over an inch of snow. Summers are 100*+ and humid. Its spring and 90* here, I walk outside and start sweating. Quote
BasshunterJGH Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 Really surprised no one has said Alabama yet. Quote
fisherrw Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 Probably Colorado. Or northern Cali cuze there clear lake Shasta lake and trinity lake 1 Quote
Surfcaster Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 Dude, I've lived in Texas and NC. There aint no comparison between the two. I know, I like NC better too. Especially the Red Drum fishing at the outer banks. Where the world record Red Drum was caught at Hatteras Island off the surf. Quote
BasshunterJGH Posted May 13, 2015 Posted May 13, 2015 Probably Colorado. Or northern Cali cuze there clear lake Shasta lake and trinity lake California's definitely one of the top states for bass fishing. But hunting and gun laws are another story. Plus the drought could change things if it continues for another year or two. 2 Quote
wytstang Posted May 14, 2015 Posted May 14, 2015 My home state of Fl has it all and then some, SC is no push over either but the fishing offered in Fl is really a cut above all other states. LMB & Peacocks in the same waters, gin clear salt water fishing/snorkling in the keys, all the water activitis that go with it as well. Quote
Super User WRB Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 California has everything for the outdoor sportsman ranging from high Sierra mountain range to the coastal ocean and islands. You could surf and snow ski the same day, hunt elk, deer, pigs, upland game birds chuckar, quail, pheasant, partridge, turkey and waterfowl, it's all here. Why do people leave? Easy answer is we have the most liberal state government in the country who tax, regulated and created such a high cost of living that it strangles outdoor enthusiast, making it difficult to enjoy the wonderful outdoor activities we have. Tom 3 Quote
Super User iabass8 Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 I gotta go with Wisconsin. We may not have the monstrous deer that Iowa has or an abundance of Volkswagen sized bass like the southern states but for a good all-around time fishing/hunting along with copious amounts of other outdoor recreational opportunities, Wisconsin is really hard to beat. When I'm able to buy a vacation home, It'll be somewhere in the Northwoods! 100% agree but its a tie between Minnesota and Wisconsin for me. The weather isn't great year round but when it is, theres few places I'd rather be. Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 Yup, I lived in San Diego for 4 years.. I liked it pretty well.. I was far too busy to hunt or fish. Indiana has great whitetail & turkey hunting, if you really know what your doing. Florida is my pick! Great fishing, both salt & fresh. Great turkey hunting, scuba, a person can get to anywhere in the state in less than a days drive. Great gun laws, allows "open" carry if you really must! ( not for me ) lots of beachs & beautiful women. Yea, that's my choice.. 2 Quote
Super User Catt Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 There aint no best! As long as I can get outdoors I'm happy! I hate cities 2 Quote
Super User scaleface Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 Missouri . Second is a tie by the eight states that touch Missouri . Quote
Super User BassinLou Posted May 14, 2015 Super User Posted May 14, 2015 I am little biased on this one. Born and raised in South Florida. Freshwater and Saltwater fishing can be done on the same day a few miles apart. Water sports/recreation galore. Beaches on all 3 sides of the state. It's a fisherman paradise for sure. Quote
EvanT123 Posted May 15, 2015 Posted May 15, 2015 Hard to beat salt, fresh, mountains, small towns, big cities, and 4 seasons. Plus poisons snakes, hurricanes, tornadoes and other calamities are rare but taxes are a b^tch. 1 Quote
C0lt Posted May 15, 2015 Posted May 15, 2015 The arguments for florida are solid, however im going to have to go with texas. I think the factors that put texas over florida are the mountain ranges and highlands in texas, the deserts, and a little less humidity. I might be biased because my girlfriend is a texan, but I like the people better too. Quote
Super User Jar11591 Posted May 15, 2015 Super User Posted May 15, 2015 From what I've heard, you can't beat Wisconsin or Minnesota, although NY is pretty good with the Adirondacks and all. But if I had a choice of what state to go to for an outdoor adventure, I choose Alaska. Quote
RB 77 Posted May 15, 2015 Posted May 15, 2015 California has everything for the outdoor sportsman ranging from high Sierra mountain range to the coastal ocean and islands. You could surf and snow ski the same day, hunt elk, deer, pigs, upland game birds chuckar, quail, pheasant, partridge, turkey and waterfowl, it's all here. Why do people leave? Easy answer is we have the most liberal state government in the country who tax, regulated and created such a high cost of living that it strangles outdoor enthusiast, making it difficult to enjoy the wonderful outdoor activities we have. Tom The actual physical state has it all. Surfing, sailing, boating, hiking, biking, hunting, and of course fishing. You can ski in the mountains, ride in the desert, and surf in the ocean all in one day. The fishing is truly world class. Almost half of the 25 biggest Largemouth have been caught in So Cal alone. Trophy salt water bass fishing. Tuna, Yellowtail, Dorado fishing is excellent. However... and this is a BIG however; California has to be the most liberal state in the entire country. The laws, rules, regulations are insane! A fishing license for both salt and fresh water will run you upwards of $52 bucks. Permit and launch fees everytime you hit the lake. The most expensive rent, gas, groceries, etc. It all adds up. It really is paradise out this way most of the time, but you pay the price. A heafty one at that. A true double edged sword... 2 Quote
livemusic Posted May 15, 2015 Posted May 15, 2015 "The Sportsman's Paradise" is on my license plate -- Louisiana. And it is. But if I could live in only one state, it would be Texas. My gosh, there's an entire country over there, that sucker is BIG and the terrain and weather varies in the various regions. Quote
Super User Jeff H Posted May 16, 2015 Super User Posted May 16, 2015 Every place has the same issue....too crowded. It's best to pick a place to live and then have time and money to travel and experience the many opportunities around the country. I want to experience some incredible striper and spotted bass fishing and the answer ain't my home state of MN! I agree with Catt....I HATE cities...and traffic! I avoid going downtown as much as possible Quote
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