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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.
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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.
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
- Pennsylvania
Steamtown NHS
Steamtown National Historic Site is a 62 acre railroad museum in downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania, at the site of the former Scranton yards of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad (DL&W). The museum is built around a working turntable and a roundhouse that are largely replications of the original DL&W facilities; the roundhouse, for example, has been reconditioned to appear as it did in 1952. The museum's mission is to "preserve and interpret steam railroading in America," and it offers a variety of exhibits, educational programs, and special events throughout the year. Steamtown NHS is also home to an active heritage railroad, the Steamtown Scenic Railroad, which offers passengers a chance to ride on vintage trains through the scenic Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.
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- California
Fort Point
Fort Point National Historic Site is a San Francisco landmark that has been called "the Gibraltar of the West Coast." When construction began during the height of the California Gold Rush, Fort Point was planned as the most formidable deterrence America could offer to a naval attack on California. Although its guns never fired a shot in anger, the "Fort at Fort Point" played an important role in defending the Bay Area during the Civil War and World War II. Today, it's a popular spot for visitors to learn about its history and take in sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco skyline.
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- Texas
Fort Davis
Fort Davis is a national historic site located in the Davis Mountains of West Texas. The fort was established in 1854 to protect the settlers from hostile Indians. The fort was named after Jefferson Davis, who later became President of the Confederate States of America. The fort served as an important outpost for the U.S. Army during the Indian Wars. The 24th and 25th U.S. Infantry regiments and the 9th and 10th U.S. Cavalry regiments, all-black regiments (known as the buffalo soldiers), were established after the Civil War and stationed at the post. Lt. Col. Wesley Merritt led Troops C, F, H, and I of the 9th Cavalry in their first battle against the Comanche at Buffalo Wallow in 1867. The fort was finally abandoned in 1891.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Namibia
Namib Skeleton Coast
The world's oldest desert meets the Atlantic Ocean on the western shores of Namibia, creating one of the world's largest game parks - home to hyenas, leopards, baboons, bat-eared foxes and many other creatures. Along with Skeleton Coast National Park to the north, the Namib-Naukluft preserves nearly the entire coastline of this African country. A popular spot for tourism is Sossusvlei, an enormous salt and clay pan ringed by high red dunes. You'll need a four-wheel drive vehicle to get there, but it's worth the trip to visit "Big Daddy," the highest dune at around 1,065 feet tall.
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- New York
Central Park
Central Park, an iconic urban oasis in New York City, spans 843 acres, making it a verdant sanctuary amidst the bustling metropolis. As the most-visited urban park in the United States, it welcomes approximately 42 million visitors each year. The park's diverse attractions include the serene Ramble and Lake, the Hallett Nature Sanctuary, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. It's also home to recreational activities, cultural events, and a biologically rich ecosystem featuring hundreds of flora and fauna species, offering a respite for both residents and tourists alike.
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- North Carolina
Cape Hatteras
Cape Hatteras National Seashore preserves a 70-mile long stretch of the Outer Banks of North Carolina from Bodie Island to Ocracoke Island. These islands are constantly changing shape due to the forces of water, wind, and storms. The plants, wildlife, and people who live here have to adapt continually. Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a great place to enjoy the beach, kayak the sound, or climb the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. There is also a variety of wildlife to see including dolphins, sea turtles, and bald eagles. Cape Hatteras National Seashore is a great place to spend a day or a week.
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