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State Parks by State: Your Guide

Explore state parks in every U.S. state. Find top parks, activities, and planning information for your chosen destination.

trees reflect off the water in Big Ridge State Park

Big Ridge State Park

Big Ridge State Park is a sprawling 3,687-acre park located in the Appalachian Ridge and Valley range of Union City, […]

the roof of the cave at If the very mention of the word 'spelunking' gets your adventurous juices flowing then you'll definitely want to visit Longhorn Cavern State Park.

Longhorn Cavern State Park

If the very mention of the word ‘spelunking’ gets your adventurous juices flowing then you’ll definitely want to visit Longhorn

people kayaking on the water at Lake Livingston State Park

Lake Livingston State Park

Nestled within the Piney Woods region of Texas, the Lake Livingston State Park is the perfect place to go for

two people fishing on the shore of the lake at Huntsville State Park

Huntsville State Park

Whether you are into hiking, biking, boating or fishing, Huntsville State Park is somewhere you should make a point of

Destin beach in Florida at Henderson State Park

Henderson Beach State Park

Henderson Beach State Park, located near Destin in Okaloosa County, Florida, is a beach lover’s paradise with soft sandy beaches

Light of Setting Sun over Estuary Pool in Galveston Island State Park wetlands

Galveston Island State Park

Sensational beach views, fabulous marshland hikes and terrific fishing opportunities are just some of the many reasons to come to

Boy fishing in Lake Texoma at Eisenhower State Park in Texas

Eisenhower State Park

Named after President Dwight Eisenhower who lived in the era when he was a child, eisenhower state Park is an

Manatees swimming in the water at Blue Springs State Park in Florida

Blue Spring State Park FL

Thirty miles west of busy Daytona Beach lies a serene spring that is home to hundreds of manatees. This spring,

fog over the water at at Cove Lake State Park

Cove Lake State Park

Cove Lake State Park is located in Cumberland Plateau. It’s approximately 1.3 miles northeast of the town of Caryville and

Cypress trees at Caddo Lake State Park

Caddo Lake State Park

Rich in natural waterways and surrounded by the piney woods ecoregion of eastern Texas, Caddo Lake State Park is a

walking bridge through reeds at Cedar Hill State Park

Cedar Hill State Park

Whether you are chilling by the lake, exploring its landscape of scenic prairies and craggy limestone bluffs, or checking out

A wooden walkway leading to a body of water in a State Park.

Myakka River State Park

Scenic Myakka River State Park lies along the Myakka River in Sarasota, Florida, only an hour’s drive south of Tampa.

Waterfall at McKinney Falls State Park

McKinney Falls State Park

Looking to go to a place where you can get lost in a landscape of historical significance and outstanding natural

Clouds over McGee Creek Reservoir at McGee Creek State Park in Oklahoma

McGee Creek State Park

Looking for a public recreation space in Southern Oklahoma to spend some quality time in nature? Then the McGee Creek

clouds over Inks Lake at Inks Lake State Park

Inks Lake State Park

Located just an hour’s drive from Austin, Inks Lake State Park has been a popular day trip and vacation getaway

Fall Foliage over the river at Guadalupe River State Park

Guadalupe River State Park

If you enjoy public recreational spaces that are centered around waterways, then you will love Guadalupe River State Park. Spread

Trees on the bank of the Frio River at Garner State Park

Garner State Park

Of all the 76 state parks in Texas, Garner State Park is believed to be the most popular in terms

Perrine Pond at Cheesequake State Park with reflections of brilliant autumn foliage and a cloudy sky

Cheesequake State Park

Scenic Cheesequake State Park is located in Old Bridge, NJ only 22 miles from Newark, 25 miles from New York

a cactus with hills in the background at Catalina State Park

Catalina State Park

Minutes from downtown Tucson lies beautiful Catalina State Park, 5,500 acres that surrounds the Santa Catalina Mountains and extends into

sunset over Lake Thunderbird

Lake Thunderbird State Park

Set within 1,874 spectacular acres, Lake Thunderbird State Park is one of Oklahoma’s premier state parks. A haven for those

a rock hill behind the Colorado River at Colorado Bend State Park

Colorado Bend State Park

If you are looking for a place where you can really get away from it all, then head on over

The Cape May Point Lighthouse and waves on the Atlantic at sunset

Cape May Point State Park

Scenic Cape May Point State Park is located in Cape May at the southernmost tip of New Jersey, only 45

Barnegat lighthouse at shore

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park

Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is located along the northern tip of Long Beach Island in Ocean County, about 2 hours

Bahia Honda state park aerial view

Bahia Honda State Park

Gorgeous Bahia Honda State Park, one of Florida’s southernmost state parks, is located in the Florida Keys, 12 miles south

Waterloo Lake at Allamuchy Mountain State Park

Allamuchy Mountain State Park

Beautiful Allamuchy Mountain State Park lies within the Allamuchy Mountain region just 38 miles west of Newark, NJ and 48

old chapel at Allaire State Park

Allaire State Park

Allaire State Park is located near Farmingdale, NJ, just one hour south of both Jersey City and Newark. Visitors flock

Greenwood Lake Dam at Greenwood Furnace State Park

Greenwood Furnace State Park

Greenwood Lake Dam at Greenwood furnace state park. Photo: Smallbones, Wikimedia With a pristine beauty that incorporates both the sparkling

Gouldsboro Lake at Gouldsboro State Park

Gouldsboro State Park

If you are looking for a nature escape which will allow you to leave behind the pressures of city life,

trees reflecting in the lake at Frances Slocum State Park

Frances Slocum State Park

Tucked away in Pennsylvania’s picturesque northeastern region, Frances Slocum State Park is one of the Keystone State’s most alluring public

Sparring Bull Elk in Elk State Park

Elk State Park

If you enjoy water based outdoor recreational activities then Elk State Park is the perfect place for you to head

Ski slope at Denton Hill State Park

Denton Hill State Park

Ski slope at Denton Hill State Park. Photo: Dincher, Wikimedia Located within the upper reaches of the Pennsylvania Wilds, the

view of trail at Delaware Canal State Park in Pennsylvania

Delaware Canal State Park

Located just a 30 minute drive from Philadelphia, Delaware Canal State Park is the perfect place to reconnect with nature

fog on Cowans Gap Lake at Cowans Gap State Park

Cowans Gap State Park

Nestled within the Allens Valley between the spectacular Tuscarora and Cove Mountains, Cowans Gap State Park is a popular weekend

Loyalsock Creek running through the trees at Worlds End State Park

Worlds End State Park

Just over 100 miles north of Harrisburg and Hershey you’ll find the wonderful Worlds End State Park. Spread across 780-acres,

Balance Rock in Trough Creek State Park in Huntingdon County Pennslvania

Trough Creek State Park

Bordering both the shimmering Raystown Lake and stunning Rothrock State Forest, Trough Creek State Park is the perfect place to

Picture of the Waterville lenticular truss bridge, now over Swatara Creek in Swatara State Park

Swatara State Park

Nestled within Pennsylvania’s southeastern quadrant, about 30 miles from Harrisburg, Swatara State Park is a 3,520 acre playground for those

Sycamore Mills Dam at Ridley Creek State Park

Ridley Creek State Park

With a rugged landscape that features scenic meadows, huge grasslands, dense woodland and picturesque meadows, Ridley Creek State Park is

Oneida Falls in Autumn at Rickets Glen State Park

Ricketts Glen State Park

Boasting no less than 22 waterfalls, as well as a National Natural Monument and some of the most incredible scenery

Sunset over Glendale Lake at Prince Gallitzin State Park

Prince Gallitzin State Park

Named after former Dutch priest Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin who settled in the area around the 1790s, Prince Gallitzin State Park

Laurel Lake Recreational Area in Pine Grove Furnace State Park in Pennsylvania during fall

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Lying within the shadows of the jaw-dropping Blue Ridge Mountains, the Pine Grove Furnace State Park offers a spectacular destination

a view of the valley below from Mont Alto State Park

Mont Alto State Park

If you are travelling to southeastern Pennsylvania, it is well worth popping into Mont Alto State Park for a quick

Rustic Mill Adjacent to Rushing Stream in Peak Autumn Season in McConnells Mill State Park

McConnells Mill State Park

Spread across 2,546 acres in Portersville, McConnells Mill State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s most historic state parks. Incorporating the

Marsh Creek Lake at Marsh Creek State Park, looking towards the West Launch Area.

Marsh Creek State Park

Nestled within the picturesque rolling hills of Chester County, the Marsh Creek State Park is a fantastic place to unwind

Fowler Hollow Run at Fowlers Hollow State Park

Fowlers Hollow State Park

Strategically placed between Washington D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, Fowlers Hollow State Park is a popular getaway for those who

Wissahickon Creek at Fort Washington State Park, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Fort Washington State Park

Located just a stone’s throw from Philadelphia, Fort Washington State Park is a popular day trip destination for those who

A forest trail at Evansburg State Parknear Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Evansburg State Park

Although it is just a 45 minute drive from Philadelphia, Evansburg State Park in Collegeville is a world away from

Driftwood on the shore of lake Erie at Erie Bluffs State Park

Erie Bluffs State Park

Established in 2004, Erie Bluffs State Park is one of Pennsylvania’s newest state parks. Spread across 587-acres within Erie County,

The aerial view of the striking colors of fall foliage around Pine Creek Gorge at Colton Point State Park

Colton Point State Park

Nestled in between Tioga and Susquehannock State Forests, lies the breathtaking Colton Point State Park. Set across 368-acres, it lies

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