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Ultimate National and State Park Travel List

National and State parks house some of the most beautiful sights in the states they are located. From vast bodies of water to endless forests. Try to fit in one, or a few, into your next trip for a nice experience.

Sections

North

South

East

West

North

View gorgeous glacier made peaks and valleys in Glacier National Park located in Montana. You can also try out some fun rafting adventures

Glacier National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

See this super cool National Park in Oregon which was formed by an inactive volcano. Has very nice hiking trails for those who like to explore

Crater Lake National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Full of beautiful forests and ecosystems, you will have your breath taken by Olympic Park in Washington

Olympic National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Custer State Park in South Dakota has beautiful mountain ranges and rolling plains. Lots of activities to try out

Custer State Park | South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks

Beautiful and expansive national park in North Dakota. Visit the Painted Canyon and try to see some of the wildlife like bison, elk, and prairie dogs

theodore roosevelt national park - Google Search

South

Stretching from North Carolina through Tennessee, the Great Smoky Mountains are a beautiful sight. Stay in one of the towns located there for a Hallmark-esque type vacation. Beautiful to visit at many times out of the year especially the winter.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

A natural springs state park in Florida that offers swimming, kayaking, and tubing.

Lafayette Blue Springs State Park

Very nice state park in Georgia that has lots to offer. Swimming, boating, golfing and more! You will def find something you enjoy here

Hard Labor Creek State Park | Department Of Natural Resources Division

Beautiful vast and rolling valleys and hills. Enjoy the hiking trails and campgrounds for a peaceful nature trip

Cheaha State Park | Alapark

Visit the largest dune field in the world located in New Mexico. See unique plants and wildlife you might not see back home

White Sands National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

East

Beautiful scenic views with tall cliffs and rock formations

Zion National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

One of the best state parks in New Hampshire. Full of lots of fun activities including some lakes for fishing

NH State Parks - Franconia Notch State Park

Super lovely state park in Pennsylvania. Offers hiking, wildlife exploration, fishing, and picnicking.

Leonard Harrison State Park

Explore the forts used during the Civil War for a different type of national park trip

Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Enjoy super fun water activities when you visit Delaware Water Gap park located through New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)

West

If you love national parks make sure you visit the world's first located in Wyoming. Beautiful hydrothermal and geological features. Visit the Grand Canyon or Yellowstone River

Yellowstone National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

Beautifulllll state park in Nevada with formations that go through several states. These are super gorgeous

Valley of Fire State Park | State Parks

A great trip for nature lovers as you can see one of the oldest tree species in the world. The night sky also looks beautiful

Great Basin National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

If you love National Parks you have to visit Redwood National Forest. There are so many different areas and park locations within for a nice nature adventure.

Redwood National and State Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

Have a nice lake day at Bear Lake State Park located in Idaho. Partake in fun activities like boating or swimming, or just relax on the shore

Bear Lake State Park