Best places: State parks in United States

Easternmost point on the U.S. mainland, with trails, varied wildlife & a striped, 1808 lighthouse.

Expansive park boasts 75 miles of trails, campgrounds & a visitor center amid old-growth redwoods.

Hilltop park offering river views, picnic tables, cooking grills & take-off space for hang-gliding.

Rocky cliffs, cascading waterfalls & scenic views from rim trails, plus lakes for trout fishing.

Scenic park with hiking trails, archery, fishing, swimming & more amid waterfalls, cliffs & gorges.

Park featuring a cool-water spring on the St. Johns River that's popular for swimming & kayaking.

👍👍 Plan before you visit if you want to hike to the memorial grounds! Check the weather, dress appropriately, give yourself enough time and bring more than enough hydration and snacks. The hike is approx 4 hours round trip and you will climb around 1000 feet according to the topography map they have...

Petrified wood & red sandstone are 2 of the natural features found at this hiking & camping spot.

Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.

Park offers 11 miles of beaches, concert spaces, a lighthouse, lagoons & an environmental center.

4,134 acres of ancient forest with saltwater shores, freshwater lakes, camping & 38 miles of trail.

Large park centering around a 360-acre lake with sandy beaches, campsites & concessions.

State park with a waterfall, hiking trails & a variety of lodging, from campsites to modern cabins.

Scenic waterfalls & cliffs in a massive park with 66 miles of hiking trails, river rafting & more.

16,000-acre area with many trails, wildlife & a drivable road to a lookout with sweeping city views.

Outdoor sanctuary with beaches, nature trails & camping plus seasonal Shell Island boat tours.

1,682-acre park with scenic waterfalls & diverse wildlife, plus campgrounds, trails & picnic areas.

Huge nature preserve featuring scenic views, trails & resorts among the flora & fauna.

Serene park featuring 10 waterfalls on a 7.2-mile loop trail (no pets allowed), plus campsites.

Scenic coastal area featuring diverse sea animals & wildlife, hiking, diving & a whaling museum.