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36°46'43.35"N, 103°58'46.81"W
Capulin Volcano NM
New Mexico
We hiked up the extinct Capulin Volcano!
We visited Capulin Volcano National Monument and spent an entire day exploring the volcano and the surrounding hiking trails.
Ari and Jessi Adler
36°46'43.35"N, 103°58'46.81"W
Capulin Volcano NM
New Mexico
We hiked up the extinct Capulin Volcano!
We visited Capulin Volcano National Monument and spent an entire day exploring the volcano and the surrounding hiking trails.
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Explore Historical Parks
- Georgia
- Tennessee
Chickamauga and Chattanooga
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park commemorates the Union and Confederate armies which converged on Chattanooga, TN, in the fall of 1863, in a battle for control of the strategic city known as the "Gateway to the Deep South". The Confederates were victorious at nearby Chickamauga in September, but renewed fighting in Chattanooga that November provided Union troops with a victory and control of the city. After the fighting, a Confederate soldier ominously wrote, "This . . . is the death-knell of the Confederacy." Indeed, Chattanooga proved to be a turning point in the Civil War, as it opened up the Deep South to Union invasion and helped pave the way for Lincoln's eventual victory.
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- North Carolina
Fort Raleigh
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site preserves the location of Roanoke Colony, the first English settlement in North America in 1587. The colony, which was promoted and backed by entrepreneurs led by Englishman Sir Walter Raleigh, failed after three years. There were two attempts to establish a permanent colony in Roanoke in 1585 and 1587, the latter became known as the “lost colony.” Despite its failure, the Roanoke Colony retains significance as the beginning of the British Empire. Today, visitors to Fort Raleigh National Historic Site can see remnants of the original fort built by the colonists as well as a replica of one of the colony's buildings. During the Civil War in 1862 the Union Army occupied the island, and soon enslaved refugees fleeing captivity established a camp. The freed residents established the Roanoke Island Freedmen’s Colony, and created a vibrant economy supporting the Army. A marble monument memorializes the Freedmen’s Colony.
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- Pennsylvania
Fort Necessity
Fort Necessity, built by George Washington in 1754, played a pivotal role in the early stages of the French and Indian War. Situated in present-day Pennsylvania, the hastily constructed fort became a symbol of Washington's inexperience. In July 1754, it succumbed to a French and Native American force, leading to Washington's surrender. This event marked the beginning of hostilities, eventually escalating into the larger conflict between European powers for control of North America. The battlefield is now part of the National Park Service's Mount Vernon Trail.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Colorado
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, covering vast expanses of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, merge to form a wilderness paradise. Arapaho's 1.5 million acres and Roosevelt's 800,000 acres boast stunning landscapes of towering peaks, dense forests, and meandering rivers. Located on the historic lands of several Native American tribes, including the Arapaho, Cheyenne, Ute, and others, they are home to diverse wildlife, including elk and bighorn sheep. Visitors can explore scenic trails like the Continental Divide Trail and enjoy unparalleled opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing.
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- Utah
Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere, and is known for its high salinity due to the lake's location in a closed basin with no natural outlet to the sea. The lake is fed by several rivers, including the Bear, Weber, and Jordan rivers, but the water only leaves the lake through evaporation, leaving behind the salt and other minerals. It provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including brine shrimp and various species of birds. The lake has a rich history dating back to the Native American tribes that lived in the area and later became an important resource for the Mormon pioneers who settled in Utah. Today, the Great Salt Lake is a popular tourist destination that includes Antelope Island, a peninsula at the southern end of the lake that offers hiking, horseback riding and is home to a herd of 500 bison.
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- Florida
Dry Tortugas
Dry Tortugas is a group of small, remote islands located 70 miles west of Key West, Florida. Accessible only by boat or seaplane and renowned for its crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, it's a haven for snorkelers and divers. Garden Key is home to beaches and the beautiful 19th-century Fort Jefferson - once used as a Civil War prison. Loggerhead Key has a lighthouse and sea turtles. The Windjammer Wreck, the remains of an 1875 ship, is a popular dive site. The isolation of Dry Tortugas adds to its allure, providing a unique and pristine natural environment.
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