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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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When you think of beaches, your mind may not jump to New Hampshire, but this state park offers excursions on the water, as well as mountain hikes.
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This riverside campground in Northeastern Utah is a secluded beauty full of spacious campsites surrounded by thick forests and towering mountain peaks.
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For a sandy swimming beach, year-round fishing, a variety of nature hikes, and relaxing campsites, head to this lakeside state park in Minnesota.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park isn't the only protected public land in its region. This park has scenic mountain views, hiking trails, and fewer crowds.
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This park is known for its well-maintained mountain bike trails that are fun for all skill levels, but there are also pretty hikes and gorgeous mountain views.
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A new DarkSky-approved stay near Yosemite offers prime stargazing, low light pollution, and easy access to hiking, swimming holes, and Sierra scenery.
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If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway from busy life near Chicago, then this nature reserve filled with hiking and wildlife is just what you need.
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Missouri has plenty to see and do, but if you're feeling like a quiet escape into a beautiful outdoor gem, consider visiting this state park.
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