Category: Destinations

Dead Horse Point State Park

An immense desert landscape of canyons, high desert woodland, and miles of trails invite visitors to explore Dead Horse Point State Park. The park has wonderful campgrounds with modern amenities, beautiful views, and connections to nature that will create long-lasting memories. Sunrises and sunsets are especially memorable, with canyon walls bathed in golden light, creating a stunning scene reminiscent of vivid watercolor paintings. Dark Skies filled with thousands of stars encourage travelers to look up and enjoy a view unparalleled while they visit the park. So plan your trip and…

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Sterling State Park

Sterling State Park is the only Michigan state park on Lake Erie, located just a few miles from the Ohio border and approximately an hour from Detroit. The park is situated along 1 mile of sandy shoreline and is home to a modern campground, full-amenity cottages, a boating access site, trails and more. There are plenty of opportunities for shoreline and off-shore fishing. The park protects more than 500 acres of Great Lakes marsh and restored lakeplain prairie habitat and is well known for its access to walleye and perch…

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Cade’s Cove

Cades Cove is an isolated valley located in the Tennessee section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The valley was home to numerous settlers before the formation of the national park. Cades Cove is a broad, verdant valley surrounded by mountains and is one of the most popular destinations in the Great Smokies. It offers some of the best opportunities for wildlife viewing in the park. Large numbers of white-tailed deer are frequently seen, and sightings of black bear, coyote, ground hog, turkey, raccoon, skunk, and other animals are…

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Havasu Falls

Havasu Falls is a waterfall of Havasu Creek, located in the Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States. It is within Havasupai tribal lands.  The magic of Havasu Falls may be hard to define—is it the turquoise pools or its remote location?—but it’s undeniable that people come from all over to witness their beauty. Getting there, though, is not as easy as booking a ticket To visit Havasu Falls “the right way” requires planning and plenty of physical preparation. Here’s our guide to make your trip to the falls a memorable one.…

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Marquette, Michigan – Year Round Splendor

Located in Michigan’s forested Upper Peninsula on the shores of Lake Superior, Marquette harbors a community distinguished by its natural surroundings—from rushing waterfalls and rock formations to scenic vistas and dense hardwoods. After a day immersed in nature, Marquette’s charming and historic downtown, filled with local breweries, restaurants, and shops lends the perfect spot to unwind and trade stories of adventure. Featured Video Explore the Great Outdoors The highlight of Marquette is the great outdoors. All year-round there is plenty to do outside. In the wintertime, ski fresh powder at Marquette Mountain Resort or snowshoe through the…

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Maryland’s Green Ridge State Forest

Welcome to Green Ridge State Forest. At 49,000 acres, Green Ridge is the largest contiguous block of public land in Maryland. Green Ridge is located within the Ridge and Valley Province of the Appalachian Mountains. It is rich in both natural and cultural heritage and remains a “working forest” today as it is managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service to conserve the natural ecological processes while supporting the economy of the region through an active forest management program. The Maryland Forest Service Mission is to restore,…

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Tonto National Forest

The Tonto NF features some of the most rugged and inherently beautiful land in the country. With nearly 600,000 acres of wilderness, there’s a place for you to escape the rigors of modern society. Sonoran Desert cacti and flat lands slowly give way to the highlands of the Mogollon Rim. This variety in vegetation and range in altitude — from 1,300 to 7,900 feet — offers outstanding recreational opportunities throughout the year, whether it’s lake beaches or cool pine forests. Plan Your Trip RecreationUnforgettable experiences are waiting! Eight lush wilderness areas, scenic…

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White Sands National Park

White Sands National Park is an American national park located in the state of New Mexico and completely surrounded by the White Sands Missile Range. The park covers 145,762 acres in the Tularosa Basin, including the southern 41% of a 275 sq mi field of white sand dunes composed of gypsum crystals. Things To Do Nestled in the Tularosa Basin between the Sacramento and San Andres Mountain ranges of southern New Mexico is a one of a kind outdoor experience. Within White Sands National Park, you will find countless opportunities…

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Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon National Park, in Arizona, is home to much of the immense Grand Canyon, with its layered bands of red rock revealing millions of years of geological history. Viewpoints include Mather Point, Yavapai Observation Station and architect Mary Colter’s Lookout Studio and her Desert View Watchtower. Lipan Point, with wide views of the canyon and Colorado River, is a popular, especially at sunrise and sunset. Grand Canyon National Park does not have timed entry, or reservations to enter the park. Whether you’re planning a single visit or coming back multiple…

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Savanna Portage State Park

Savanna Portage State Park is a state park of Minnesota, USA, established in 1961 to preserve the historic Savanna Portage, a difficult 6-mile trail connecting the watersheds of the Mississippi River and Lake Superior. Park Highlights  Check seasonal updates  Bird checklist   PDF  Tour snapshots  Explore nearby attractions (link is external) Lodging Available Year-round See Garni Guesthouse details. State Forest Campgrounds Savanna Portage State Park also manages the Hay Lake Campground and Day-Use Area inside the Savanna State Forest. For information on these units, please contact the Savanna Portage State Park office at (218) 419-1500. Only use approved…

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