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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.
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
- Utah
Cove Fort
Cove Fort, Utah, holds significant historical value as a well-preserved relic from the pioneering era of the American West. It was constructed in 1867 on land that was previously inhabited by the Paiute and Shoshone tribes, among others. It served as a crucial waystation and protective stronghold for weary travelers navigating the harsh Utah desert along the Interstate 15 route. The fort's architecture stands as a testament to the practicality and craftsmanship of its time, characterized by sturdy volcanic rock walls and defensive bastions. Inside the fort, you can explore a wealth of historical artifacts, period rooms, and informative displays that vividly depict the fort's function and daily life during its heyday. Owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
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- South Dakota
Minuteman Missile NHS
The Minuteman Missile National Historic Site in rural western South Dakota tells the story of the Cold War through the lens of America's land-based nuclear deterrent force. For 30 years, over 1,000 intercontinental ballistic missiles were kept on constant alert in underground silos across the Great Plains. These missiles functioned as a deterrent against a nuclear attack, and their mere existence helped to prevent an all-out nuclear war. Of the 15 launch control facilities that dotted the western portion of South Dakota during the height of the Cold War, only two remain preserved at the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. Today, hundreds of these missiles remain on alert, ready to be launched at a moment's notice. This site is the only National Park site specifically designated for the understanding and interpretation of the Cold War. Today visitors can tour the launch control facility and the silo.
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- Kentucky
Mill Springs Battlefield
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument commemorates the site of a significant Civil War battle fought on January 19, 1862. This Union victory marked one of the first major successes in the Western Theater, helping to boost Northern morale. The battlefield preserves over 1,300 acres, including historical landmarks like Zollicoffer Park and the West-Metcalfe House. Visitors can explore trails, a museum, and interpretive signs that provide insight into the battle's events. Mill Springs played a key role in weakening Confederate control in Kentucky, making it a pivotal site in the region’s Civil War history.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Florida
Canaveral National Seashore
A great place to fish, and even better place to see a rocket launch! Canaveral National Seashore is a pristine and diverse natural area spanning 24 miles of undeveloped barrier island. This national park protects a wide range of ecosystems, including pristine beaches, coastal dunes, marshes, and lagoons. Visitors can explore the seashore through activities like swimming, hiking, birdwatching, fishing, and wildlife photography. The park is also famous for its sea turtle nesting and is a haven for those seeking unspoiled natural beauty in a coastal environment.
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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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- Utah
Grand Staircase-Escalante NM
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is a breathtaking and expansive protected area in southern Utah. Encompassing nearly 1.9 million acres, it boasts a landscape characterized by rugged canyons, towering cliffs, and colorful sandstone formations. It is located in the ancestral lands of the Puebloan and Fremont People, and their descendants, including people from the Hopi, Paiute, Zuni, Ute, and Navajo tribes. Some of the most remote land—and the last to be mapped—in the contiguous United States, the Monument protects the Grand Staircase, the Kaiparowits Plateau, and the Canyons of the Escalante (Escalante River). The monument is administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) as part of the National Conservation Lands system.
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