Featuring the impressive mountain-sized engravings of four of the nation’s previous leaders, Mount Rushmore National Memorial gives you a glimpse into the history in the early 20th century America amidst the gorgeous, tree-lined Black Hills of South Dakota.
Home to 18 canyons, Starved Rock State Park boasts stunning hiking trails, dramatic waterfalls, and vertical moss-covered stone formed by glacial meltwater. It's unique beauty formed alongside its 8000 years if history makes it one of Illinois’ most prized destinations.
Once a massive part of the expansion of America’s railroads, Joliet Iron Works Historic Site is now preserved land that has a short but well-maintained walking trail, lined with the ruins and history of the factory that once stood by the Des Plaines River.
Eternal Flame Falls is a stunning hidden secret where fire and water meet. In a depression behind a waterfall, an active natural gas release fuels a single, eternal flame which constructs a breath-taking scene among the deep, vibrant, green forests of western New York.
Niagara Falls State Park, featuring some of the most famous falls in the world, offers so much more than just that. There are so many different ways to experience Niagara Falls, all of which all give you a fresh perspective, as well as extensive walking trails and a tranquil nature atmosphere with astounding views and rich history.
Named for the rocky stream that runs through it, Stony Brook State Park provides visitors with the scenic features that include lush rolling hills, gorgeous waterfalls, a gorge constructed from layered limestone and sandstone, and diverse saturated botanicals.
With over nine miles of astounding trails boasting exquisite views, stunning gorges brimming with waterfalls, and beautiful vegetation, Robert H. Treman State Park is a one-spot destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.
There are a few sights as picturesque as the reflection of dazzling foliage rippling in the waters of a calm pond. Ponkapoag Pond is an idyllic urban gem, a fantastic hub for both enthusiastic outdoor adventures and hesitant city dwellers.
Boasting 5 miles of public walkways, Deer Island can be enjoyed all year round and is the perfect day out for walking, bicycling, fishing, and nature enthusiasts. With dramatic views of the Boston skyline, you will never tire of visiting this unique, history-soaked island.
Surrounded by big shopping malls and busy highways, The Hammond Pond Preserve is the perfect place to get back to nature. It is a lovely setting to you can take a rest, meditate or go for a walk, and get back to real life in no time.
As you walk through the former granite farm you’ll see a myriad of colors, as local graffiti artists have made their marks along the edges of various cliffs and rocks at Quincy Quarries Reservation. On a nice day, climbers can be seen scaling the cliffs while hikers make their way to the top along the slope of the hills.
Located in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, Crescent Beach State Park is welcoming and instantaneously captivates you with the salty ocean air, wooded trails, and perfect crescent-shaped sandy beach. Bonus: it’s right next door to two other excellent State Parks.
