The Best Digital Detox Destination for Mindful Travel In The US

Who wouldn’t love a break from the daily grind and endless screen time to spend more time truly living in the moment? If this sounds like you and you’re craving an escape, here’s a fantastic shortlist of the best digital detox destinations in the US where you can trade scrolling for stargazing, and the buzz of your phone for a refreshing coastal breeze.

Unwind by the Creek in Neenah, Wisconsin

Our first port of call on our shortlist of top digital detox destinations finds us on the stunning banks of Lake Winnebago in the heart of Wisconsin for an authentic screen-free getaway. Here, you can unwind by taking meditative strolls along the lakeshore before heading out for a blissful yoga session with the brilliant team at YOGA3 for an afternoon of mindful movement and deep relaxation.

For those driven by creative inspiration, we highly recommend exploring the fascinating Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass for an immersive dose of artistic inventiveness. Another top tip while recharging your batteries in Neenah is to head over to Kimberly Point Park in the evening, as here you can stargaze as the Milky Way illuminates the region’s celebrated dark night skies.

As part of getting away from it all, be sure to book your stay at the upscale retreat of the Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel for your digital detox vacation in Neenah, Wisconsin. Whether you’re a fan of the onsite pickleball courts or the outdoor whirlpool at its Aquatic Fun Center, it makes for the perfect resort to relax in style.

Coastal Calm in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California

Next on our incredible shortlist of the best digital detox getaways sees us heading to the West Coast and the peaceful haven better known as Carmel-By-The-Sea, California. As the ultimate destination to press the reset button, Carmel Beach is ideal for barefoot walks along the shore, allowing the salty sea breeze to blow away the cobwebs as it rolls in off the Pacific Ocean.

By day, we also suggest heading over to the friendly teams at Signature Day Spa for a rejuvenating treatment session, before heading off to savor the award-winning wines available at the nearby Folktale Winery. Afterwards, make a new routine of taking regular walks along the pristine beaches of Carmel-By-The-Sea for an exhilarating escape from the relentless digital distractions of home.

Situated just a few steps away from Carmel-By-The-Sea’s trendy art galleries, boutique shops, and marvelous restaurants, you can be sure to enhance your digital detox escape to California by staying at the enchanting Best Western Carmel’s Town House Lodge. After all, it’s hard not to relax when you get a cozy night’s sleep, a delicious breakfast, and access to a heated pool to boost your comfort levels every day.

Escape to the Mountains of Estes Park, Colorado

We next head to the majestic Rocky Mountain National Park and the wonderful town of Estes Park, Colorado, on our list of top digital detox hotspots to escape life’s pressures. Undoubtedly, Estes Park is a mecca for those who love hiking to see the Rocky Mountains’ best cascading waterfalls, including the mesmerizing Ribbon Falls, Timberline Falls, and Fern Falls.

As a year-round digital detox setting, if you’re visiting in summer, then definitely head over to the outstanding Sombrero Stables for a horseback riding adventure. Alternatively, winter visitors can head to the alpine slopes for a serene session of snowshoeing, sledding, and skiing around the region’s lush, snowy terrain.

For those escaping to Estes Park for the ultimate outdoor digital detox retreat, be sure to treat yourself to a panoramic view of the mountains by staying at the magnificent Best Western Plus Silver Saddle Inn. Perched within the mountain valley itself, with an indoor pool and gym, it’s the perfect resort for an adventure-fueled wilderness getaway.

Lakeside Serenity in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Our final recommendation on our epic shortlist of the best digital detox destinations in US sees us heading to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, for a lakeside escape like no other. Whether you choose to kayak or paddleboard across the lakes themselves, or head to the Pine to Prairie International Birding Trail for a spot of birdwatching, Detroit Lakes is an unspoiled refuge for lakeside living.

Another top tip for things to do in Detroit Lakes is to head to the nearby Smoky Hills State Forest for a tranquil session of forest bathing (“Shinrin-yoku”). Without any shadow of a doubt, nothing will help de-stress the mind faster than a stroll amongst nature, fully immersed in the region’s calming forest settings.

With direct lakeside access and views, not to mention its own private beach, if you’re looking for a flawless resort for your Detroit Lakes digital detox retreat, then you can’t beat the Best Western Premier The Lodge on Lake Detroit. With its fireside lobby, onsite spa and bar, and daily piano sunset serenades over the lake, digital detoxing doesn’t get much better than this.