Laurel Prong Trail to Cat Knob
Come along with us on an enjoyable hike with overlooks, water features, and even a beaver dam. Find the map and GPS file at www.pixelsandpointers.com.
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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
- Massachusetts
Frederick Law Olmsted NHS
The Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site was established in 1966 to preserve the home and workshop of Frederick Law Olmsted, who is considered to be the founder of American landscape architecture. Olmsted's work had a profound impact on the development of public parks across the United States. He is also credited with creating the first suburban residential community in America. The site includes Olmsted's home, office, and gardens, as well as a museum that chronicles his life and work. Visitors can also take walks through some of the landscapes that Olmsted designed, including the famed Emerald Necklace park system in Boston.
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- South Carolina
Santee Indian Mound and Fort Watson
Santee Indian Mound was part of a village complex built some time between 1200-1500. Fort Watson was a British fortification built during the American Revolution, strategically located on a burial ground of the Santee Indians overlooking the nearby Santee River. It was a crucial link in the British supply chain to their troops in the southern colonies. In 1781, the fort was captured by American forces led by General Francis Marion and Lieutenant Colonel Henry Lee after a week-long siege. The victory at Fort Watson enabled the Americans to gain control of the region and disrupt British supply lines, ultimately contributing to the British surrender at Yorktown later that year. Today it is located in the Santee National Wildlife Refuge.
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- Pennsylvania
Rittenhouse Square
When William Penn founded the city of Philadelphia, he drew up a map that included five public squares - one in the center and one in each quadrant. Originally known as Southwest Square, Rittenhouse Square is today the most vibrant one, home to some of the best restaurants in Philly and lots of luxury shops. Named for astronomer and clockmaker David Rittenhouse, it's a popular spot to relax outdoors and people-watch. Check out the "Lion Crushing a Serpent" sculpture by Antoine-Louis Barye in the central plaza. An allegory of the French Revolution, it depicts the power of good defeating evil.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Washington
Squak Mountain
An easy 15-minute drive from Seattle, Squak Mountain State Park is a lovely getaway for hiking, birdwatching and horseback riding. The summit, at 2,024 feet, offers a gorgeous view of Seattle. And one trail boasts an unusual landmark: the remains of a stone fireplace, all that's left of Bullitt House.
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- Virginia - Maryland - Pennsylvania - Washington
- D.C.
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
The Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is a network of trails that runs along the Potomac River from Washington, DC, to Virginia, Maryland and links to trails in Pennsylvania. The trail network includes 710 miles of existing and planned trails, and offers hikers, bikers, and horseback riders a chance to explore some of the most scenic and historic parts of the river. The trail passes through a variety of landscapes, including forests, meadows, and wetlands. Along the way, visitors can see a variety of wildlife, including bald eagles, herons, and beavers. The trail also passes by some of the most important historical sites in the region, including George Washington's Mount Vernon estate and the site of the Battle of Gettysburg. Whether you're looking for a challenging hike or a leisurely stroll, the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail has something to offer everyone.
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- Kansas
Tallgrass Prairie
The Flint Hills of Kansas are home to the last remaining tallgrass prairie in North America. This once vast ecosystem once covered 170 million acres, but within a generation most of it had been transformed into farmland. Today, less than 4% remains intact. Here, the tallgrass makes its last stand. The preserve is home to a variety of plants and animals, including many species that are rare or threatened. Since 2009 a small herd of bison have found a home here. In addition to its ecological importance, the preserve is also a place of beauty and solitude, where one can experience the wonder of the tallgrass prairie.
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