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A flowery welcome to Paul Grist State Park. Photo: Park Facebook page Seventeen miles north of historic downtown Selma lies […]
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- State Parks by State: Your Guide
- Alabama State Parks: Explore the Natural Wonders
- Alaska State Parks: Wilderness and Adventure
- Arizona State Parks: Desert Landscapes & More
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- Hawaii State Parks: Island Paradise Adventures
- Idaho State Parks: Gem State Gems
- Illinois State Parks: Land of Lincoln's Legacy
- Indiana State Parks: Hoosier Heartland Havens
- Iowa State Parks: Midwest Majesty
- Kansas State Parks: Sunflower State Sanctuaries
- Kentucky State Parks: Bluegrass Beauty
- Louisiana State Parks: Cajun Country Escapes
- Maine State Parks: Vacationland Ventures
- Maryland State Parks: Chesapeake Charm
- Massachusetts State Parks: Bay State Beauty
- Michigan State Parks: Great Lakes Getaways
- Minnesota State Parks: Land of 10,000 Lakes
- Mississippi State Parks: Magnolia State Marvels
- Missouri State Parks: Show Me State Scenery
- Montana State Parks: Big Sky Country Beauty
- Nebraska State Parks: Prairie Plains Paradise
- Nevada State Parks: Desert Oasis Adventures
- New Hampshire State Parks: Granite State Gems
- New Jersey State Parks: Garden State Getaways
- New Mexico State Parks: Land of Enchantment Escapes
- New York State Parks: Empire State Escapes
- North Carolina State Parks: Tar Heel Treks
- North Dakota State Parks: Peace Garden Paradise
- Ohio State Parks: Buckeye State Beauty
- Oklahoma State Parks: Sooner State Scenery
- Oregon State Parks: Pacific Northwest Perfection
- Pennsylvania State Parks: Keystone State Adventures
- Rhode Island State Parks: Ocean State Outings
- South Carolina State Parks: Palmetto State Parks
- South Dakota State Parks: Mount Rushmore Region Retreats
- Tennessee State Parks: Volunteer State Ventures
- Texas State Parks: Lone Star Landscapes
- Utah State Parks: Mighty 5 Escapes
- Vermont State Parks: Green Mountain Getaways
- Virginia State Parks: Old Dominion Discoveries
- Washington State Parks: Evergreen State Explorations
- West Virginia State Parks: Mountain State Majesty
- Wisconsin State Parks: Badger State Beauty
- Wyoming State Parks: Cowboy State Country
6 State Parks Near Brandon, Florida
On Florida’s west coast, the township of Brandon sits close to the heavily populated, bustling metropolis of Tampa. That makes
6 State Parks Near Salt Lake City, Utah
Utah is possibly the most epic of all the Southwest states for outdoor adventure. While major national parks such as
Roland Cooper State Park
Fishing at Roland Cooper State Park. Photo: Park Facebook page Roland Cooper State Park lies within a majestic pine forest
Meaher State Park
Meaher State Park is a riverside public recreation area 8 miles west of Mobile in Baldwin County. This 1,327 acre
Chickasaw State Park
Picnic area at chickasaw state park. Photo: Park Facebook page Chickasaw State Park is a small public recreation area in
Chewacla State Park
A wooded paradise with rocky streams, waterfalls and a lake lies less than 7 miles from the bustling campus life
Joe Wheeler State Park
Joe Wheeler State Park is a recreation area 50 miles west of Huntsville and 27 miles east of Florence in
Lakepoint State Park
Lakepoint State Park, 7 miles north of historic downtown Eufaula is a picturesque secluded wilderness resort on the banks of
5 State Parks Near Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati offers some incredible state parks that offer fun adventures in the great outdoors. Access several state parks with natural
6 State Parks Near San Francisco, California
California has a fantastic state park system, with magnificent parks all around the state. Numerous gorgeous California state parks around
5 State Parks Near Clearwater, Florida
The Florida State Park system offers incredible adventures and vacation spots with an abundance of locations close to Clearwater. With
5 State Parks Near Kansas City, Missouri
Are you looking for a change of pace? Visit one of the local state parks near Kansas City, Missouri, for
5 State Parks Near Naples, Florida
Naples is one of a handful of cities in southwestern Florida located in an area called “Paradise Coast.” This stretch
5 State Parks Near Atlanta, Georgia
Despite the fact that Atlanta, Georgia is a major, thriving metropolis with busy streets and tall buildings, around twenty miles
5 State Parks Near Jackson Hole Wyoming
Wyoming’s natural beauty lies in its abundance of undeveloped land, but it’s spread out expansively. Wyoming’s state parks are the
5 State Parks Near Portland, Maine
A rich maritime history, spectacular coastal scenery, and innovative spirit blend together to make Portland a popular destination spot in
5 State Parks Near Columbia, Missouri
On the northern edge of the Ozarks, Columbia, in mid-Missouri, is surrounded by the forested foothills and rolling grasslands and
Yampa River State Park
Yampa River State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Hayden, and is around 165 miles northeast of the
Vega State Park
Vega State Park is a state park in Colorado located in Collbran, and is around 51 miles northeast from the
Trinidad Lake State Park
Trinidad Lake State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Trinidad, and is approximately 88 miles south of the
Aroostook State Park
Aroostook State Park is Maine’s first state park. It’s located just off Route 1, and only 10 miles south of
Cathedral Caverns State Park
One of Alabama’s best kept secrets lies only 30 miles from Huntsville in Kennamer Cove, Marshall County. Cathedral Caverns is
5 State Parks Near Tampa, Florida
Tampa is located about halfway down Florida’s west coast and positioned on Tampa Bay. A vibrant city with a subtropical
5 State Parks Near Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland offers a 56-mile path decked out in green flora called the Emerald Necklace following the Chagrin and Rocky river
5 State Parks Near Memphis, Tennessee
Tennessee’s state parks have verdant and wooded areas with beautiful lakes and massive waterfalls. Regardless of how you want to
Monte Sano State Park
Monte Sano means Mountain of Health in Spanish and that’s just what this scenic state park is – a restorative
Sylvan Lake State Park
Sylvan Lake State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Eagle, and is around 141 miles west from the
5 State Parks Near Laramie, Wyoming
The Laramie River flows through the valley between the Snowy Mountains Range and the Laramie Mountain Range, and along its
Wind Creek State Park
Seven miles south of Alexander City, in Tallapoosa County, lies one of the largest man-made lakes in the US –
DeSoto State Park
DeSoto State Park, located on top of Lookout Mountain in Northeast Alabama, has many miles of historic trails, waterfalls and
Lake Guntersville State Park
Alabama’s largest lake surrounds the city of Guntersville in Marshall County only a 3 hour drive from both Atlanta, GA
Sweitzer Lake State Park
Sweitzer Lake State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Delta, and is around 42 miles southeast of the
Sweetwater Lake State Park
Sweetwater Lake State Park is a state park in Colorado located in Gypsum, and is approximately 156 miles west of
Steamboat Lake State Park
Steamboat Lake State Park is a Colorado Park located in Clark, and is approximately 184 miles west from the city
6 State Parks Near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania offers a diverse spectrum of state parks ready to delight everyone. It’s a good idea to start with some
5 State Parks Near Huntsville, Alabama
Alabama boasts a variety of beautiful, well-kept state parks home to a diverse range of plants and wildlife. It is
5 State Parks Near Dayton, Ohio
After being named “National Geographic’s outdoor adventure capital of the Midwest” in 2019, Dayton, located in western Ohio, continues to
Staunton State Park
Staunton State Park is a state park in Colorado located in Pine, and is around 40 miles southwest of the
State Forest State Park
State Forest State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Walden, and is approximately 76 miles west from the
Rickwood Caverns State Park
Rickwood Caverns State Park is a natural history preserve and recreation area 7 miles north of Warrior in Blount County.
Oak Mountain State Park
The largest Alabama state park, Oak Mountain State Park, is located 20 miles south of its largest city, Birmingham. This
Gulf State Park
Gulf State Park is located in the resort town of Gulf Shores on the Gulf of Mexico. This large recreational
Cheaha State Park
One of the most unique parks in the US – Cheaha State Park – is also the oldest Alabama state
5 State Parks Near Tallahassee, Florida
Florida is most renowned for its miles of pristine beachfront with azure ocean and silky sand. Still, its wilderness areas
6 State Parks Near Sioux Falls, South Dakota
South Dakota offers incredible glacial lakes and prairies leading to mountains near Sioux Falls as well as the Iowa, Minnesota,
Stagecoach State Park
Stagecoach State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Oak Creek, and is around 160 miles northwest of the
5 State Parks Near Midland, Texas
Butterfly at a state park near Midland. Photo: Park Facebook page Explore stunning sandstone canyons, gaze out over mounds of
St. Vrain State Park
St. Vrain State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Firestone, and is about 33 miles north of the
Spinney Mountain State Park
Spinney Mountain State Park is a Colorado State Park located in Lake George, and is about 60 miles west from