The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
This breathtaking yellow-colored canyon is where Yellowstone gets its name. It has two huge waterfalls and is one of the most photographed spots.
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38°43'23.81"N, 78°19'14.86"W
Shenandoah
Virginia
Thornton Gap Loop to Hull School
The Thornton Gap loop will take you to Byrd's Nest #4 for a picnic and along the Appalachian Trail down into the hollow for small water crossings.
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138°43'23.81"N, 78°19'14.86"W
Shenandoah
Virginia
Thornton Gap Loop to Hull School
The Thornton Gap loop will take you to Byrd's Nest #4 for a picnic and along the Appalachian Trail down into the hollow for small water crossings.
45°10'1.69"N, 113°0'29.88"W
Bannack State Park
Montana
How This Ghost Town Became a Montana State Park
Bannack State Park is home to one of the most well preserved ghost towns of the Montana Gold Rush, a testament to the power of historic preservation.
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145°10'1.69"N, 113°0'29.88"W
Bannack State Park
Montana
How This Ghost Town Became a Montana State Park
Bannack State Park is home to one of the most well preserved ghost towns of the Montana Gold Rush, a testament to the power of historic preservation.
36°36'16.07"N, 83°41'15.91"W
Cumberland Gap
Kentucky
Tennessee
Virginia
Heading to Kentucky on the Wilderness Road
Explore how western migration allowed our young nation to expand its boundaries and begin to harvest the region’s incredible riches.
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336°36'16.07"N, 83°41'15.91"W
Cumberland Gap
Kentucky
Tennessee
Virginia
Heading to Kentucky on the Wilderness Road
Explore how western migration allowed our young nation to expand its boundaries and begin to harvest the region’s incredible riches.
Explore Historical Parks
- Pennsylvania
Gloria Dei Church
Gloria Dei Church, also known as Old Swedes' Church, is a historic church located in the Southwark neighborhood of Philadelphia. The church was built between 1698 and 1700, making it the oldest church in Pennsylvania. The church is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The church is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The church was founded by Swedish immigrants who had come to Philadelphia in 1643. Built in the Swedish Baroque style, the church features a choir loft, an organ, and a pulpit. The church has a long and rich history that is reflected in its collection of artifacts. The bronze crosses and 18th century Bibles are just a few of the pieces that the church has acquired over three centuries. A cemetery contains the remains of some of the original Swedish settlers.
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- New Mexico
Chaco Culture
Chaco Culture National Historical Park is an American national historical park located in northwestern New Mexico, between Albuquerque and Farmington. The park preserves one of the most important pre-Columbian cultural and historical areas in the United States. The great houses were constructed during the middle 800s, oriented along solar, lunar or cardinal directions. The park has been shaped by both natural and human forces. The canyon that the Park is situated in was cut by the Chaco Wash over millions of years The landscape was known to be sacred to the Chacoan people, with mountains, mesas and shrines that still have deep significance to their descendants. By 1050 Chaco was the center of a thriving economic center of the San Juan basin. It is suspected that climate change ended Chaco as the center of a widespread trading culture. The remains of massive stone architecture including elevated kivas and great houses are still visible, but many have been pillaged over the centuries. Today many of the mysteries of Chaco remain unanswered, but it is an important site to several Navajo clans. It is open to the public for hiking, picnicking, and camping. There are also ranger-led tours and night sky programs available.
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- Michigan
Sanilac Petroglyphs
Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park protects and interprets Michigan’s largest known collection of early Native American teachings carved in stone. The carvings are called Ezhibiigaadek Asin, “written on stone,” in the Anishinaabemowin language. Attractions in the 240-acre park include the petroglyphs and a mile-long, self-guided walking trail featuring peaceful forests, the remains of a 19th-century logging camp and a 110-year-old white pine. This historic park is co-managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Saginaw Chippewa Nation. It was donated to the state by the Michigan Archaeological Society in 1971, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Wyoming
Fossil Butte
The ridges of southwestern Wyoming's windswept sagebrush desert is home to some of the world's best preserved fossils. Insects, fishes, plants, reptiles, birds, and mammals are remarkable for their abundance, variety, and detail of preservation. The story they tell of ancient life in the warm, wet environment in and around a freshwater lake is preserved here. The fossils provide a rare glimpse into a lost world, one that was very different from the cold, dry landscape of today. The area is now known as Fossil Lake, and it is a popular destination for paleontologists and tourists alike. Thanks to the exceptional level of preservation, Fossil Lake is an important site for understanding the history of life on Earth.
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- Washington
Lake Roosevelt
Located in eastern Washington state, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area encompasses the 130-mile long Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake, which was created by the Grand Coulee Dam on the Columbia River. The area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hunting, and camping. The lake is also a popular destination for houseboaters and there are several marinas and boat launch sites located around the lake. In addition to the recreational opportunities, the Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area is also home to several historical and cultural sites. These include the Grand Coulee Dam, Fort Spokane, and St. Paul's Mission.
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- Arizona
Coronado
The Coronado National Memorial commemorates the first organized expedition into the Southwest by conquistador Francisco Vásquez de Coronado in 1540. The memorial is located in a natural setting on the Mexico–United States border on the southeast flank of the Huachuca Mountains south of Sierra Vista, Arizona, and is bordered to the north and west by Coronado National Forest. Within the memorial, visitors can learn about the expedition through an informative ranger-led program, explore a variety of hiking trails, or simply enjoy the breathtaking views. Although the Coronado Expedition was ultimately unsuccessful, it nonetheless had a significant impact on the history of the American Southwest. Today, the Coronado National Memorial serves as a reminder of both the rich cultural heritage of this region and the ongoing importance of exploration.
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