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The 5 best cities for an active lifestyle in 2026 — and the 5 worst

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The 5 best cities for an active lifestyle in 2026 — and the 5 worst

Some American cities provide ample outdoor and recreational activities, while others just offer miles of highways

ByBen Kesslen

Published Yesterday

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What’s the point of living in a city if you’re spending all day in your car? But some cities don’t make it easy to get outside, exercise, and enjoy nature.

WalletHub set out to find the best cities for physical activities. It looked at the 100 most populated cities across a series of factors, focusing on activity access, participation, and cost.

“The top cities for staying active offer opportunities for all types of people, from those who prefer team sports to people who simply want to get their daily exercise by walking or biking to work,” said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo. “They also tend to be large cities that still have a close proximity to beautiful natural areas for hiking and swimming.” 

Continue reading to see the five best — and the five worst.

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5th best: Los Angeles, California

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