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The 'Pennsylvania Grand Canyon' Stretches 47 Miles-and It's One of the East Coast's Most Stunning Natural Wonders

Pennsylvania's state parks feature the stunning Pine Creek Gorge, also known as the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, showcasing dramatic geological formations and natural beauty.
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4 days ago

This National Park Is a 'Waterless Sea'-and It Has Giant Sand Dunes That Glow Pink and Blue at Sunset

White Sands National Park features the largest gypsum sand dunefield in the world, offering unique landscapes and immersive experiences for visitors.
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1 week ago

This Utah State Park Has Pink Sand Dunes That Look Otherworldly-Plus Massive Hills and Spectacular Sunsets

Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park features unique pink dunes formed by wind erosion, offering stunning views and a rare beetle species.
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I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These 9 feel like stepping onto another planet.

Death Valley National Park and other unique national parks offer landscapes that feel otherworldly, showcasing diverse and stunning natural beauty.
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2 months ago
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12 Most Beautiful National Parks in the U.S.

America's 63 national parks offer breathtaking, diverse landscapes and wildlife, attracting millions yearly for hiking, camping, biking, and scenic outdoor recreation.
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5 days ago

I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These 9 feel like stepping onto another planet.

Death Valley National Park and other unique national parks offer landscapes that feel otherworldly, showcasing diverse and stunning natural beauty.
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1 week ago

This 25-mile Road Trip for Daredevils Is One of the Most Scenic in the U.S.-With No Guardrails, Sheer Drop-offs, and Stunning Canyon Views

The Million Dollar Highway is a narrow, two-lane road that runs above a deep gorge, with sheer rock walls on one side and an unguarded drop on the other. Drivers experience awe-inspiring views of 14,000-foot peaks as they navigate this perilous route.
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1 week ago

This Scenic National Park in the Painted Desert Has a 'Rainbow Forest'-and Route 66 Retro Vibes

Petrified Forest National Park is a must-visit for its unique fossils, historic Route 66, and diverse wildlife.
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2 weeks ago

One of Utah's Most Stunning Parks Is Less Than 2 Hours from Arches-and It Has Slot Canyons and Thousands of Hoodoos

Goblin Valley State Park is often overlooked and relatively undiscovered, making it a perfect alternative for those seeking solitude away from crowded tourist spots like Bryce Canyon.
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3 weeks ago

This Rare U.S. Waterfall Has Only Appeared 4 Times in 15 Years-Here's How to See It

Gunlock Falls has only shown up four times in the past 15 years and is reliant on the capacity of the reservoir above it: When the reservoir surpasses its maximum capacity, the water flows over the spillway and down over the bright red rock below, creating Gunlock Falls.
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2 weeks ago

What You Should Know Before Visiting Arizona's Havasu Falls-From Permits to Responsible Hiking and Stunning Scenery

Havasu Falls is a stunning destination requiring advance planning, permits, and a challenging hike or helicopter ride to access.
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25 years ago

Desert History for Sale

Jack L. Warner's historic Palm Springs compound, once used to entertain Hollywood elite and President Eisenhower, is now listed for $3.2 million by current owners Steve and Betty Shagan.
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1 month ago

This Moab, Utah, Lodge Just Got a Refresh With Riverside Suites and a New Restaurant-and It's Close to 2 Incredible National Parks

Channeling the look and feel of authentic national park lodges was an important part of this renovation project. We took great care to preserve its independent spirit and also invite guests to truly immerse themselves in the destination, from the captivating views from the lodge to the quiet serenity offered by the Colorado River that winds itself around the property.
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1 month ago

The World's Largest Acidic Geyser Has Erupted in Yellowstone

Eruptions of Echinus Geyser varied tremendously when the geyser was vigorously active. They could be vertical or inclined, occasionally soaking onlookers with warm water, and could be regular enough that the park would sometimes post predictions-the duration of an eruption could often be used to forecast the timing of the subsequent eruption.
OMG science
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1 month ago

Seeking a quieter path through the Grand Canyon leads to an unexpected encounter with fear, humility, and awe.

Many glamping places are right off the highway. With Backland, we wanted an immersive nature experience-total comfort, with unobstructed views. The camp sits on an immense and grassy meadow ringed by an unnamed forest. Ten nature suites looked more like futuristic Quonset huts than white tents.
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1 month ago

This Historic Steam Train Has Been Taking Travelers to the Grand Canyon for 125 Years-and It Just Added More Dates

The Grand Canyon Railway, operating for 125 years since 1901, continues transporting visitors from Williams, Arizona to the Grand Canyon's South Rim with enhanced steam locomotive service and new onboard historic programs.
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

The Grand Canyon and Meteor Crater have a surprising link - High Country News

Now, in a recent study published in Geology, retired University of New Mexico geologist Karl Karlstrom and his colleagues conclude that the asteroid's impact shook Marble Canyon hard enough to dislodge great chunks of stone and send a landslide tumbling into the river. The debris formed a natural dam that backed up the Colorado for over 50 miles to near present-day Lees Ferry.
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1 month ago

The West Coast's Biggest State Park Is 1 Hour From Joshua Tree-and It Has Wildflowers and 'California's Grand Canyon'

As a SoCal resident, I visit Anza-Borrego at least once a year to explore the sandstone Slot canyon and surrounding desert, keeping an eye out for animals like chuckwalla lizards and bighorn sheep. Despite its incredibly dry environment (the park averages just four to eight inches of rain a year, and summertime temps routinely hit the hundreds), Anza-Borrego teems with life and opportunities to explore one of the nation's most unique ecosystems.
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1 month ago

The Colorado River rift abides - High Country News

Western water law is based on the prior appropriation doctrine, which gives the first entity to make "beneficial use" of water the right to keep on using that amount, even if that means that upstream "junior" users' spigots will get shut off. By the early 1900s, a rapidly growing California was enthusiastically diverting the Colorado River, with huge irrigation districts gobbling up the senior water rights.
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1 month ago

Mysterious triangle in Nevada desert fuels lost civilization theories

The formation closely matches the outline of the Buffalo Valley Intermediate Field, an emergency triangular airfield built in the 1930s to 1940s along early aviation routes. In Nevada and other Western US deserts, triangular airfields were common in the 1930s and 1940s, serving early aviation needs such as mail routes and emergency landings.
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1 month ago

I Grew Up in Arizona-and This Small Town Is One of the Biggest Hidden Gems in the Grand Canyon State

Tubac, a walkable village south of Tucson, offers galleries, historical sites, hiking, and stargazing as an ideal day trip or weekend destination in the Sonoran Desert.
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1 month ago

I've Visited 30+ National Parks, and This Is My Favorite to Visit During the Spring

Death Valley National Park offers an otherworldly experience with stunning natural features and is best visited in early spring when temperatures are moderate and wildflowers bloom.
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fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

See the West's rich geologic past - High Country News

The Western United States' landscapes reflect deep geologic history spanning billions to millions of years, shaping present-day landforms, ecosystems, and resources.
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2 months ago

This Little-known Arizona Waterfall Only Appears a Handful of Days a Year-and It's Just 1.5 Hours From the Grand Canyon

Sycamore Falls is a highly seasonal waterfall in northern Arizona that appears briefly after storms or snowmelt, offering dramatic cascades and occasional ice formations.
History
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Treasure hunter reveals exact location of America's El Dorado

A Lost Dutchman gold mine in Arizona's Superstition Mountains allegedly yielded vast wealth and clues; a modern treasure hunter traced its site.
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2 months ago

How geology not only shapes the world, it shapes us - High Country News

My father was a petroleum geologist. A lot of my childhood, he was gone, away on oil rigs in the Powder River Basin and remote parts of Wyoming, living in man camps long before cellphones. We had to wait days to talk to him. When he went into the nearest town to shower, he'd find a payphone and call us. I was always breathless with news.
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2 months ago

18 of the Best Things to Do in Sedona, According to Locals

Sedona combines red‑rock landscapes, spiritual energy, diverse outdoor activities, and regional cuisine to offer restorative, transformative travel experiences.
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1 month ago

One of Utah's Best Parks Is Just 40 Minutes from Zion-and It Has Red Cliffs, Black Lava Tubes, and Stunning Desert Views

Snow Canyon State Park, 40 minutes from Zion, features red sandstone cliffs, black lava flows, diverse trails, abundant wildlife, stargazing, and varied outdoor activities.
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1 month ago

This Is One of the Most Remote and Unique U.S. National Parks-With 120 Caves, a Bat Colony, and Pretty Desert Scenery

Carlsbad Caverns National Park contains 120 caves across 46,766 acres and features the largest cave chamber in North America, the Big Room.
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2 months ago

Reservations not required to visit Yosemite National Park to see 'firefall' phenomenon

Mid to late February sunsets can backlight Horsetail Fall into an orange 'Firefall'; no reservations are required, though parking and area restrictions will apply.
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