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  • A quiet scene in Yellowstone National Park overlooked by towering mountains and hills dotted with trees
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 hours ago

    Not Yosemite, Not Great Smoky Mountains: This Popular National Park Has The Most Campsites

    If you’ve ever camped at a National Park, you know how hard it is to secure a spot. Increase your odds by camping at this beautiful park with tons of campsites.

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  • Sport fishing equipment on a table
    By Barry Peacock 2 hours ago

    These National Parks Have The Best Fishing, According To Anglers

    Anglers say trout, bass, salmon, and other species are abundant in these U.S. national parks, offering excellent fishing opportunities in stunning landscapes.

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  • Lily pads lie on the water while mist swirls along the Round Lake shore at WJ Hayes State Park in Lenawee County
    By Kristy Ambrose 4 hours ago

    Between Fort Wayne And Ann Arbor Is Michigan's Scenic State Park With Lake Fun, Camping, And A Fishing Pier

    Michigan is home to some beautiful state parks, and this one gives you access to two separate lakes, where you can get out on the water or enjoy the beach.

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  • John D. MacArthur State Beach in Palm Beach County, Florida at sunset.
    By Sarah Salisbury 6 hours ago

    This Beachy State Park Is One Of Florida's Best Spots To Snorkel Through A Coral Reef Without A Boat

    Tucked on a suburban barrier island and surrounded by development, this park is an oasis for local wildlife and the outdoor enthusiasts who come to view it.

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  • Autumn view from The Pinnacle Overlook in Susquehannock State Park
    By Stephen Hanson 8 hours ago

    Between Harrisburg And Wilmington Is Pennsylvania's Peaceful State Park With Stunning Views And Trails

    The Keystone State is packed with spectacular state parks, and the trails and views in this stunner put it right up there with the best of them.

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  • A view of the landscape at Catfish Creek Preserve
    By Kareem Gantt 8 hours ago

    Nestled Between Orlando And Sebring Is Florida's Lakeside State Park With Hiking Trails And Fishing

    If you want to get away from the buzz of Orlando, head to this nature preserve, where you can hike, fish, and see a different side of Florida.

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  • Sunset over the Indian River Bridge in the Delaware Seashore State Park
    By Kaylee Giacomini 14 hours ago

    Delaware's Serene State Park Is A Seaside Gem With Beaches, Trails, And Camping

    It has miles of water access, from Atlantic beaches to quieter inshore waters for exploring, and there are plenty of campsites if you want to stay the night.

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  • View of the landscape in Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve
    By Kira Reinke 15 hours ago

    Between Tampa And Tallahassee Is A Scenic Florida State Park For Hiking Trails, Fishing, And Biking

    When you think of Florida, your mind may not immediately go to the nature coast, but it features some underrated natural wonders, like this state park.

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  • Columbia River Gorge Shoreline From The Spring Creek Hatchery State Park
    By Stephen Hanson 24 hours ago

    Washington's Scenic State Park In The Columbia River Gorge Is The Perfect Stop For Water Recreation

    Not far from Portland, Oregon, this state park in Washington offers some of the country's best windsurfing and kiteboarding away from the ocean.

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  • A photo from the road above the lake with a bit of guardrail that turns and the tree-lined lake on the horizon below
    By Mitchell Peterson 1 day ago

    Nestled Between Madison And Dubuque Is Wisconsin's Lakeside State Park With Fishing, Boating, And Camping

    This quiet corner of Wisconsin is hiding a seriously underrated state park worth seeking out for an outdoorsy escape just an hour from Madison or Dubuque.

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  • A pond at Lake Kegonsa State Park on a sunny day surrounded by reed and trees
    By Ben M Stower 1 day ago

    Outside Madison Is Wisconsin's Lakeside State Park For Fishing, Boating, And Camping

    This Wisconsin getaway features a 3,200-acre lake for boating and year-round fishing, a swimming beach, hiking trails, and a spacious campground.

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  • A road cutting through Lockhart State Park
    By Kareem Gantt 1 day ago

    Between Austin And San Antonio Is A Texas State Park With Golf, Fishing, And Hiking

    The enormous state of Texas is home to all kinds of state parks, including this historical spot that has fishing, hiking trails, and even a golf course.

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  • A group of people walking near the harbor in Mackinac Island State Park
    By Makayla Maxwell 1 day ago

    Michigan's Oldest State Park Is An Island Paradise To Golf, Eat, And Bike With Lake Leisure

    This island may be well known, but what isn't as well known is that its home to what was once the nation's second national park after Yellowstone.

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  • Forest views of Pine Creek Gorge in autumn season
    By Neha Maheshwari 1 day ago

    Pennsylvania's Under-The-Radar State Park Is A Remote Gem With Stunning Views, Camping, And Picnicking

    Pennsylvania isn't lacking for stunning views, but this undervisited park has some you simply have to see. Make sure to make a day (and night) of it.

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  • A long sandy Lake Michigan beach at Wilderness State Park
    By Mitchell Peterson 2 days ago

    Just Outside Mackinaw City Is Michigan's Underrated Peninsula State Park With Pet-Friendly Beaches And Swimming

    Enjoy Michigan’s outstanding natural beauty with your furry friend at an underrated state park with pristine beaches and plenty of camping opportunities.

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  • Sunset Lake at the F Gilbert Hills State Forest in Foxborough, Massachusetts
    By Jessica Stewart 2 days ago

    Nestled Between Boston And Providence Is Massachusetts' State Forest For Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, And Hiking

    Close to Boston or Providence and looking for a great hiking, biking, or horseback riding spot? We know just the state forest for you in Massachusetts.

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  • Water view of Estero Bay Preserve State Park at sunset
    By Rachel-Jean Firchau 2 days ago

    Not Everglades National Park, Nor Big Cypress National Preserve — this Is Florida's First Aquatic Preserve

    Dating back to the 1960s, this state park filled with hiking trails, diverse bird species, and other wildlife was Florida's first aquatic preserve.

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  • Waters of Tenaya Lake appear blue below granite mountains of Yosemite
    By Joseph Richard Francis 2 days ago

    California's 'Jewel Of The High Country' Is An Alpine Lake Tucked In Yosemite's Sierra Nevada Mountains

    This Yosemite lake, surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains, is known as California's "Jewel of the High Country" thanks to the scenery, hiking, and more.

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  • A view from the Potato Harbor Trail on Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park.
    By Sarah Salisbury 2 days ago

    Just Off California's Coast Is The Only National Park Where You'll Find Miniature Island Foxes

    Hike rugged coastal trails and spot rare miniature island foxes on the islands that make up this national park off the coast of Southern California.

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  • Sunrise over a meadow within Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia
    By Elliot Schorr 3 days ago

    Virginia's Underrated State Park Is A Lovely Escape With Trails, Camping, And Scenic Views

    This Virginia state park — just an hour’s drive from D.C. — offers backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and stargazing among epic pastoral vistas.

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  • Green River Lake State Park, Kentucky, with grassy waterfront areas and a volleyball net
    By Anahid Akkam 3 days ago

    Between Nashville And Lexington Is Kentucky's State Park Haven With Lake Fun, Camping, And Miles Of Trails

    This Kentucky getaway features lake recreation, a trail network for hiking, a campground with lake access, and a marina for boating, fishing, and swimming.

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  • North facing overlook of the Susquehanna River from Schull's Rock, York, Pennsylvania
    By Kim Douglas 3 days ago

    Between Harrisburg And Baltimore Is Pennsylvania's Lovely State Park Escape For Hiking Trails And Scenic Views

    Pennsylvania is home to a variety of unique hiking trails, and if you head to this state park on the Susquehanna, you'll get some beautiful views of the river.

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  • A blue, white, and red lighthouse next to pastel houses on the harbor in Chéticamp, Nova Scotia
    By Rachel-Jean Firchau 3 days ago

    Canada's 'Gateway To Cape Breton Highlands National Park' Is A Scenic Town With Coastal Hotel Stays And Camping

    If you're looking for a base near Cape Breton Highlands National Park, this Cape Breton Island town is a comfortable choice with hotels, restaurants, and more.

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  • Fort Parker State Park in Texas
    By Audrey Simons 3 days ago

    Between Dallas And College Station Is A Lakeside Texas State Park With Quiet Trails, Paddling Fun, And Camping

    This under-the-radar park in Texas near Dallas offers peaceful trails, birdwatching, paddling routes, and rustic campsites along a scenic lake setting.

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  • A herd of bison grazing around steaming geysers and green trees in the Upper Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park
    By Ben M Stower 3 days ago

    This National Park With Stunning Natural Beauty And Roaming Bison Is The Best To Visit In 2026

    Ranked the top U.S. national park for 2026, this vast wilderness is known for roaming bison, iconic geysers, dramatic canyon waterfalls, and hiking trails.

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  • Rocky Mountaineer train rounding a bend next to a river in the Canadian Rockies
    By Jen Ottolino 3 days ago

    Canada's Newest Bucket List Train Route Through National Parks Is Only Available Summer 2026

    Travel between two of Canada's most beautiful national parks, Banff and Jasper, on this incredible rail route that's only running during the summer of 2026.

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  • Lake view with trees at Occoneechee State Park, Virginia
    By Sam Scott 3 days ago

    Between Richmond And Greensboro Is A Peaceful Lake State Park For Fishing And Camping

    Near Virginia's southern border, this lush state park features historic garden remains, wooded hiking routes, family splash areas, and waterfront camping.

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