Looking for the perfect spot where you can do nothing except relax with your family and friends while enjoying the scenes around you? Now that summer is approaching you might want to plan ahead for that great picnic dream of yours. By the time you are ready to enjoy the Great Outdoors, make sure that the picnic basket is ready with the treats and the picnic coolers are functional. Now that everything is set, you might want to ask yourself: where to?

If you want the usual getaway, then there's no need to read further. However, if you want some changes in the view and want to try other places, then read on. Here are the 5 best picnic grounds in the United States for the summer.

?Silver Lake Beach ? located in New Carlisle, Ohio, Silver Lake is snuggled in a valley encased in an 80 acre of woodland picnic sites. Ideal for those who want to experience the forest feel. Silver Lake also offers world-class facilities and its friendly staff are more than helpful and ready to extend a hand.

?Bellmawr Lake ? situated in Bellmawr, New Jersey, Bellmawr Lake is a great place for company and family outings. There are also a lot of things that people can enjoy aside from swimming. The Bellmawr Lake is just minutes away from the Philadelphia area bridges. Just visit their website for more info.

?Addison Oaks County Park ? a great venue for tree lovers. The park itself has this close-to- Mother Nature vibe, especially with its scenic 1141 acre of Oakland County with 2 lakes. Enjoy trekking the woodland with the family and stop to refresh at the lakeside. Voted as one of best picnic sites by WDIV Channel 4 for 2007, Addison Oakland County Park can be found at Leonard, Michigan.

?Breezy Picnic Grounds Waterslides ? offers more than 300m slides. Breezy Picnic Grounds Waterslides is a great place for a watery picnic. The picnic sites near the shore are edged with trees and the whole field is covered with soft grass. So lay down your picnic backpacks and picnic the day away with your loved ones. Just drive straight to Douglas, Massachusetts if you fancy getting wet while having the time of your life.

?Basin Campgrounds and Picnic Area ? If you want to stay in the mountains and live in its beauty and one day is not enough, then Basin Campgrounds and Picnic Area is your ultimate picnic venue. Located at the foot of the White Mountains, you can bask in the beauty of its parks and trails. Hiking, biking, and fishing are some of the activities you can do during your stay. Basin Campgrounds and Picnic Area can be found at Plymouth, New Hampshire.

There you have it folks! 5 great summer picnic sites for the whole family. Just make sure the picnic baskets are full. You can't picnic on an empty stomach, can you?