Carrizo Plain NM: How to Visit & What to See
The best-kept secret in California. Only a few hours from Los Angeles, this monument offers visitors a rare chance to be alone with nature.
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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.
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.
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Jose Molina
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Explore Historical Parks
- Georgia
Kennesaw Mountain
Kennesaw Battlefield Park is a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. It also contains Kennesaw Mountain. On June 27, 1864, Union troops launched an unsuccessful assault on Confederate positions atop Kennesaw Mountain. Despite the defeat, Sherman continued his march towards Atlanta, which he captured on September 2, 1864. Today, visitors to Kennesaw Battlefield Park can hike to the top of Kennesaw Mountain and see the remains of earthworks built by both Confederate and Union soldiers. The park also features a museum with exhibits on the Civil War and the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain.
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- New Mexico
- Washington
- Tennessee
Manhattan Project
The Manhattan Project National Historical Park consists of three units: one in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, one in Los Alamos, New Mexico, and one in Hanford, Washington. It is jointly managed by the Department of Energy and the National Park Service. The sites commemorate the people, events, and places associated with the development of the atomic bomb during World War II. The Los Alamos National Laboratory Historic Site interprets the history of the laboratory from its establishment in 1943 to the present day. The Manhattan Project National Historical Park – Great Falls Annex commemorates the construction of the Advanced Physics Laboratory at Princeton University which was responsible for developing the atomic bomb. The Manhattan Project National Historical Park – Oak Ridge Reservation commemorates the history of uranium enrichment at the Y-12 National Security Complex and the K-25 Virtual Museum.
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- Massachusetts
Boston Common
Boston Common, America's oldest public park, offers a diverse range of activities and attractions over 50 acres in downtown Boston. Visitors can unwind on its lush lawns, enjoy iconic swan boat rides, and explore historical monuments. In winter, the Frog Pond transforms into an ice skating rink. The park hosts events, including concerts and festivals, and serves as a hub for the Freedom Trail, connecting visitors to the city's rich history. It's a versatile urban oasis for relaxation, recreation, and cultural immersion in Boston.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Kentucky
- Tennessee
Big South Fork
Spanning over 125,000 acres, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area preserves the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries in northeastern Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky. The Big South Fork region contains one of the highest concentrations of natural bridges in the eastern United States. Over time water action has left many unique and amazing geologic features ranging from the river gorge with its magnificent bluffs to the natural arches and unusual hoodoos. Today, the Big South Fork is a popular destination for hikers, campers, and nature enthusiasts from all over the world.
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- New Mexico
Gila Cliff Dwellings
The Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument in New Mexico is home to a series of caves that were inhabited by ancient peoples. The first inhabitants were nomadic groups who used the caves as temporary shelter. In the late 1200s, the Mogollon culture made the caves their home. They built rooms, crafted pottery and raised children in the cliff dwellings for one or two generations. By approximately 1300, the Mogollon had moved on, leaving the walls behind. Today, the cliff dwellings are a popular tourist destination, providing a glimpse into the lives of these ancient people.
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- Arizona
Tonto National Monument
Tonto National Monument is in the Superstition Mountains, on the northeastern edge of the Sonoran Desert. Well-preserved cliff dwellings are the main attraction, created by the Salado culture during the 13th, 14th, and early 15th centuries. The people farmed in the Salt River Valley, and supplemented their diet by hunting and gathering native plants. The Salado were fine craftspeople, producing some of the most beautiful pottery and baskets ever found in the Southwest. They also created intricate sandstone carvings, which can still be seen today at Tonto National Monument.
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