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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
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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.
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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
- Illinois
Fort de Chartres
A great place to explore the history of France in America, Fort de Chartres State Historic Site features a reconstruction of the last of four forts named "de Chartres." The first was built in 1720, when France was the dominant colonizing force ranging from the Gulf of Mexico up into Canada. From 1753-1765 Fort de Chartres was the French seat of government for Upper Louisiana.
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- Tennessee
- Mississippi
Shiloh
Shiloh National Military Park preserves the Civil War battlefields at Shiloh and Corinth. The main section of the park is in the unincorporated town of Shiloh, about nine miles south of Savannah, Tennessee, with an additional area located in the city of Corinth, Mississippi, 23 miles southwest of Shiloh. The Battle of Shiloh (April 6–7, 1862) began a six-month struggle for control of the strategic railroad junction at Corinth that continued through the Battles of Iuka (September 19, 1862) and Corinth (October 3–4, 1862). Although Union forces ultimately succeeded in capturing Corinth, the high number of casualties on both sides – over 23,000 total – made it clear that the Civil War would be a long and bloody conflict. Today, visitors to Shiloh National Military Park can see the preserved battlefields where some of the fiercest fighting of the war took place.
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- Wyoming
Fort Laramie
Fort Laramie was established as a fur trading fort in 1834 and quickly became the largest and best known military post on the Northern Plains. The fort was abandoned in 1890, but it witnessed the entire sweeping saga of America’s western expansion and Indian resistance to encroachment on their territories. The fort was originally established as a private fur trading fort, but it soon became a key stop on the Oregon Trail. The Fort was also the site of several important treaties between the United States and various Native American tribes, most notably the Treaty of Fort Laramie (1868), which guaranteed the right of free passage for settlers on the Oregon Trail. In its later years, the fort was home to several famous figures, including “Wild Bill” Hickok, Calamity Jane, and Buffalo Bill Cody. Today, the site of the fort is a National Historic Site, and visitors can explore the ruins of the old fort as well as a variety of exhibits about its history.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Arizona
Grand Canyon–Parashant NM
Grand Canyon–Parashant National Monument is one of the driest places on earth and home to a rich history stretching back thousands of years. The first inhabitants were the Southern Paiute people, who made their home in the canyonlands and mountains. These early settlers left behind a wealth of artifacts, including pottery fragments and arrowheads. Later, homesteaders moved into the area, and their legacy can still be seen in the abandoned buildings and fence lines that dot the landscape. In more recent times, Parashant became known as a haven for cowboys and outlaws. This reputation was cemented by legends such as America's most famous outlaw, Jesse James. Today, Parashant is a place of quiet beauty and solitude, but its long history can still be seen in the landscape.
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- California
Mojave National Preserve
Mojave National Preserve is a special place, and not just if you like Joshua Trees. It's the third largest unit of the National Park System in the lower 48, and the largest National Preserve. The preserve was created within the Pacific West Region of the National Park Service to protect and manage a unique and diverse array of natural, cultural and historic resources. The Mojave Desert is a harsh and beautiful place, and the preserve encompasses some of its most iconic features, including the Kelso Dunes, the Marl Mountains and the Cima Dome, as well as volcanic formations such as Hole-in-the-Wall and the Cinder Cone Lava Beds. The preserve is also home to an abundance of plants and animals, including many that are rare or endangered. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities in the preserve, from hiking and camping to bird watching and stargazing.
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- Washington
Lake Chelan
Accessible only by floatplane or passenger ferry, Lake Chelan National Recreation Area in the Cascade Range of Washington is a haven for hikers, boaters, and fishermen. The remote location and lack of roads make it the perfect place to get away from it all. Boasting stunning mountain views, miles of hiking trails, and pristine waterfalls, the recreation area is a popular destination for both day trips and extended vacations. Visitors can fish for rainbow trout and cutthroat trout in the waters of Lake Chelan, or explore the many coves and inlets by boat. For those looking for a more challenging adventure, there are several hiking trails that wind through the Cascade Mountains - some of which offer overnight camping opportunities. Lake Chelan National Recreation Area spans 61,958-acres and is an adventure waiting to happen.
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