• Where can you find stunning natural beauty in the United States?
    • You don’t need to go very far to find stunning natural beauty in the United States, but some places are truly magical.
  • How big is the United States, and why does it have so much natural beauty?
    • The country is approximately 3.8 million square miles in size, so it should come as no surprise that it’s home to some spectacular scenery.
  • What are some of the most breathtaking sights in the U.S.?
    • Sights like the Grand Canyon, the Mendenhall Ice Caves, and the soaring peaks of the Smoky Mountains never fail to meet even the highest expectations.
  • Why consider traveling within the U.S. before going abroad?
    • Traveling abroad is always worthwhile, but before you hop on a plane to a different country, consider visiting one of these incredible national landmarks instead.

1. Arches National Park

Arches National Park
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2. Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
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3. Caddo Lake

Caddo Lake
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4. Crater Lake

Crater Lake
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5. Denali National Park

Denali National Park
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6. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
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7. Everglades National Park

Everglades National Park
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8. Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods
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9. Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park
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10. Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon
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11. Grand Tetons

Grand Tetons
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12. Great Sand Dunes

Great Sand Dunes
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13. Great Smoky Mountains

Great Smoky Mountains
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14. Hamilton Pool

Hamilton Pool
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15. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
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16. Hells Canyon

Hells Canyon
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17. Mendenhall Ice Caves

Mendenhall Ice Caves
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18. Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls
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19. Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls
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20. Redwood Forests

Redwood Forests
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21. Rocky Mountain National Park

Rocky Mountain National Park
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22. Dry Tortugas

Dry Tortugas
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23. Valley of Fire

Valley of Fire
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24. Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park
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25. Zion National Park

Zion National Park
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