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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.
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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.
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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
- Nevada
- Arizona
Hoover Dam
OK, this is not a park, but it's a must-see landmark for anyone traveling between Nevada and Arizona. Hoover Dam – originally known as Boulder Dam – was built from 1931-36 as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's infrastructure projects. Engineers had to divert the Colorado River away from the construction site to clear the way for the dam's massive 726-foot high, 1,244-foot long concrete arch. In recent years the hydroelectric power it generates has declined as the levels of Lake Mead have receded, but the dam still supplies electricity to Arizona, Nevada and California. Run by the Bureau of Reclamation, Hoover Dam draws around 7 million tourists a year to marvel at its Art Deco design and staggering scale.
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- New York
Erie Canal NHC
A tribute to a time when America took on big projects, the 363-mile Erie Canal runs across Upstate New York, from east to west between the Hudson River and Lake Erie. It was created to connect boat traffic between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes. In 1825, when it opened, it was the second longest canal in the world after the Grand Canal in China. Today it is part of the New York State Canal System, connecting with three other canals that are mostly used for recreation. The Erie Canalway Trail is popular with cyclists – and if its 360-mile course isn't long enough, you can continue onto the Empire State Trail, which runs a total of 750 miles.
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- Georgia
Stone Mountain Park
Stone Mountain Park, located near Atlanta, Georgia, is renowned for its massive granite dome and picturesque landscapes. The park offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational activities, including hiking, picnicking, and a scenic train ride. However, the park is not without controversy due to the gigantic Confederate Memorial Carving on the mountain's face. Depicting Confederate leaders Robert E. Lee, Jefferson Davis, and Stonewall Jackson, the carving has sparked debates about its historical significance and its portrayal of a divisive past. As discussions continue, the park strives to balance its historical elements with a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Virginia
Shenandoah
Just 75 miles from the bustle of Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park is a land bursting with cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet wooded hollows. With over 200,000 acres of protected lands that are haven to deer, songbirds, and black bear, there's so much to explore. Take a hike on one of the many trails through the park, relax in a quiet meadow, or have a picnic lunch with a view. You can also drive the scenic Skyline Drive for stunning views of the Shenandoah Valley. No matter how you choose to spend your time in Shenandoah National Park, you're sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
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- Kentucky
Mammoth Cave
Mammoth Cave National Park in west-central Kentucky is the longest cave system known in the world with more than 420 miles of surveyed passageways. The park is 52,830 acres and two rivers - the Green River and a tributary called the Nolin River - flow through it. The caves are located just below the water table, which means that they are constantly being replenished with water. This also means the caves are subject to flooding, and many have been closed to the public for safety reasons. The national park is open year-round and offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.
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- New Mexico
Petroglyph National Monument
Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic rocks by Native Americans and Spanish settlers 400 to 700 years ago. These images are a valuable record of cultural expression and hold profound spiritual significance for contemporary Native Americans and for the descendants of the early Spanish colonists. However, the petroglyphs are also a valuable record of a more ancient time, when the Earth was inhabited by beings who were not human. The petroglyphs offer a glimpse into a long-vanished world, and they provide an important link to our shared human history.
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