5 Things to Hate About Capitol Reef National Park
Do not expect Capitol Reef to have as many amenities as nearby parks. Capitol Reef is relatively primitive.
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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.
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.
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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
- West Virginia
Point Pleasant Riverfront
With a beautiful view of the Ohio River, Point Pleasant Riverfront Park is a great place for a stroll and to learn about local history. Murals and statues along the city's flood wall commemorate the Battle of Point Pleasant, also known as the Battle of Kanawha. On Oct. 10, 1774, the Virginia militia fought Mingo and Shawnee warriors, who were led by Shawnee chief Cornstalk. The Virginians were determined to take over the Ohio Valley, invading with a force of about 1,000. Despite being outnumbered two to one, the Native Americans fought hard. An ancestor of US Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush was killed in the battle, but in the end, Cornstalk and his fighters were defeated. More recently, Point Pleasant has earned fame as the site of the mythical creature the Mothman.
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- New Jersey
Morristown NHP
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites and stories of the Continental Army's winter encampment at Morristown, New Jersey, in 1779-1780. The park includes three Constitution Island units: Jockey Hollow, Ford Mansion, and New Jersey Brigade Encampment; and three National Historic Landmarks: Washington's Headquarters, Fort Nonsense, and the Ford National Historic Site. Together, these resources embody over 250 years of American history. Visitors can explore reconstructions of the soldiers' huts and learn about the difficult conditions they endured during the coldest winter on record. They can also see where General Washington and his wife Martha stayed at Ford Mansion and visit the Museum of the American Revolution, which tells the story of the Continental Army's struggle for independence. With over 1,600 acres to explore, Morristown National Historical Park is a must-visit for anyone interested in American history.
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- Montana
Chief Plenty Coups State Park
Within the Crow Indian Reservation in south-central Montana, 40 minutes south of Billings, lies a day-use park preserving Chief Plenty Coups' log home, sacred spring, and farmstead. This National Historic Landmark belonged to Plenty Coups (Aleek-chea-ahoosh, meaning "many achievements"), a man who transitioned from a warrior to a peacemaker, bridging the gap between cultures. Honored for his bravery and leadership, he became chief of the Apsáalooke (Crow) tribe at just 28. The park covers 195 acres of his land and features a Visitor Center commemorating his life and efforts to lead his people towards settled reservation living. Walk the 3/4 mile trail and enjoy the shaded picnic area.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Alaska
Aniakchak
Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve is one of the least-visited places in the National Park System. Located on the Aleutian Range of southwestern Alaska, it is extraordinarily remote. But those who make the journey are rewarded with a unique and beautiful landscape. The monument consists of the region around the Aniakchak volcano, mostly barren volcanic terrain of an active caldera. The weather is notoriously difficult, but this only adds to the sense of adventure. For those looking for an off-the-beaten-path destination, Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve is definitely worth a visit.
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- Washington
Mount Baker-Snoqualmie
Home to more glaciers than any national forest outside of Alaska, Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest covers more than 1.7 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Range.
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- New York
Watkins Glen State Park
Watkins Glen State Park in New York’s Finger Lakes region is famous for its stunning gorge and 19 waterfalls along a two-mile trail. Highlights include Rainbow Falls, where water flows over a stone walkway, creating a magical scene. Visitors can explore the gorge and rim trails, camp, picnic, or swim in the park’s pool. With its dramatic scenery and rich history as a tourist destination since the 1860s, Watkins Glen remains one of the most popular state parks in New York, especially during summer and fall when the foliage and waterfalls are at their most breathtaking.
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