Escape the Smokies crowds at a scenic Tennessee state park with peaceful forest hikes, trout fishing, cozy cabins, and dazzling rhododendron displays nearby.
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Take a scenic, 10-day train ride to visit some of North America's most beautiful national parks, with sightseeing stops in resort towns along the way.
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Inside one of Tennessee's youngest state parks is a 60-foot waterfall, which plunges into blue waters that are open to hikers for a refreshing swim.
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Surrounded by mountain scenery, this Yosemite lake offers sandy shores, refreshing summer swims, nearby scenic hiking trails, and peaceful paddling adventures.
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This Florida state park boasts a 72-degree spring where swimmers can stay cool, along with waters for paddling, boat tours, and hiking trails.
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Though Niagara Falls is iconic, the United States is dotted with several other gorgeous waterfalls, from "Root Beer Falls" to the "Eighth Wonder of the World."
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Find a peaceful lakeside camping escape in inland Washington, with cozy cabins, RV sites, swimming, boating, and stunning hikes between Seattle and Spokane.
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Step into California's frontier past at a historic park between LA and Bakersfield, with military exhibits, living-history events, and peaceful countryside.
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From a national park to a shoreline right in the city, these coastal spots in Washington offer a chance at spotting sparkly bioluminescence at night.
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Shimmy and slide your way through Montana's limestone rock formations during a tour at this cavernous state park, and then spend the night under the stars.
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If you want to visit Great Smoky Mountain National Park, this idyllic North Carolina river town is the perfect homebase for all your outdoor adventures.
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Explore Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys, with turquoise waters, sandy beaches, snorkeling, camping, and cabins for a serene tropical island getaway.
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Explore Michigan's largest artificial lake for swimming, fishing, and boating, with a scenic state park offering beaches, hiking paths, dunes, and a lighthouse.
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Near Syracuse, travelers can find turquoise lakes, quiet forest trails, swimming, camping, and unusual scenery that feels far from typical New York life.
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Discover a lakeside state park near the Florida-Georgia border, where camping, boating, fishing, and waterfront views offer a refreshing escape into nature.
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This Northern California gem tucked into the mountains offers access to hiking trails plus unique local events, cozy inns, and stunning scenery.
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This Utah state park may be new, but it protects dinosaur fossils that are millions of years old, and you can explore it during a day of hiking and off-roading.
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California has no shortage of places to experience nature, but as of 2024, you have yet another option: this scenic state park with rivers and hiking trails.
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Away from California's iconic coast is a chic yet relaxed city with museums, restaurants, nature, and other attractions for both kids and adults.
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While not as large as Yellowstone Lake or Crater Lake, this spectacular body of water in the Tetons offers views that rival those in any national park.
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This massive loop trail in the American West combines several other iconic trails and passes through 75 wilderness areas for a challenging adventure.
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This Appalachian national park getaway offers whitewater rafting, forest trails, dramatic gorge views, waterfalls, and plenty of outdoor adventure.
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See maples, aspens, dogwoods, and other lush trees change to fiery yellow, orange, and red come autumn in these stunning California national parks.
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This clean, crystal-clear lake offers visitors two different experiences: a backcountry escape on its upper half or family fun around its lower section.
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Indiana has a short shoreline, but that Lake Michigan coast is home to one of the most beautiful and unique national parks in the entire country.
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This smaller Texas city was once home to a local iconic figure and is packed with historical attractions, nature escapes, and delicious eats.
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The longest National Scenic Trail in the U.S. takes hikers across eight states, passing lakes, rivers, mountains, and prairies for an epic outdoor adventure.
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