What are the “Best Places to Visit in US”? The United States of America has some very amazing natural places. In fact some of them boggle the human mind with their beauty and magical existence. Many people do not believe that these jaw dropping exist in America and attract thousands of people from all over the world. These places are attractive not only because of their beauty but also because of their standing in the passage of time; Now let’s take a look at “Incredible Places to Visit in US”.
Incredible places to Visit in The United States of America
Niagara Falls
I call it: Your Majesty Niagara Falls! The moment you see it, you tend to bow in front of it, due to its power and size. That’s why I list it as no.1 in “Incredible places to Visit in US”. It is a natural wonder and one of the most popular tourist destinations in North America. The falls are located on the Niagara River, which forms part of the border between New York and Ontario. The river flows over a series of three waterfalls: the American Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. What you experience in Niagara Falls in beyond describing by words.
Grand Canyon, Arizona
Time to talk about one of the natural wonders in the world. The mighty Grand Canyon, a river valley on the Colorado Plateau. This is for sure in “Incredible places to Visit in US”. Grand Canyon is geographically phenomenal because the borders of old sediment ment stones are beautifully displayed in its walls. The god’s masterpiece lies in front of your eyes, The largest Canyon in the world and one of the top two National Parks in US.
Check out my article about “Grand Canyon Travel Guide”.
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Yellowstone National Park is an absolute unique place to visit. No wonder it is the first National Park in US. What you see is unbelievable. It definitely deserves a top spot in our list of “Incredible places to Visit in US”. It has a lot to discover, Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Prismatic, Yellowstone Canyon, Waterfalls, lake, mountains, etc. Grand Prismatic is the largest hot spring in America and the third largest hot spring in the world.
Check out my post on “Yellowstone Visit” for more details.
Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite National Park is no.4 in the list of “Incredible places to Visit in US”because of it’s uniqueness in geology and nature. Most popular attractions are Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls, which is the tallest waterfall in North America. The park also offers great opportunities for hiking and nature viewing. Tunnel View Outlook provides one of the most iconic views of Yosemite Valley. The flat floor of the valley consists of forest and open meadows that offer a fantastic view of the waterfalls. The oldest rocks are 114 million years old. This valley is biologically unique place.
Check out “What you need to know before visiting Yosemite National park” for a details.
Hawaii Islands
No.5 in “Incredible places to Visit in US” is Hawaii. However can be no.1 depending on your taste. A place where people can find natural and cultural attractions with the beautiful beaches, mountains, and valleys.
One of the most popular is the volcano. The Kilauea Volcano has been continuously erupting since 1983 and is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
Waikiki Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world and offers stunning views of Diamond Head and Honolulu.
Other popular attractions include Hanauma Bay, Pearl Harbor, and Volcanoes National Park. Each offers its own unique set of activities and sights for visitors to enjoy.
Glacier National Park, Montana
Visit the Glacier National Park in summer and carve a memory for the rest of your life. This earthly paradise offers you a view of the glaciers, icy peaks and astonishing valleys. Be sure to see my post about “Glacier National Park travel Guide”. It is one of my favorites in “Incredible places to Visit in US”. In fact it is the continuation of the Canadian Rocky Mountains that offers some of the best hiking trails, and even a beautiful hidden lake. Additionally activities such as mountain climbing, walking, cycling and camping are popular in this park.
Also interested in Canadian Rocky Mountain??? Check out my post on “Banff National Park Travel Itinerary and Travel Guide”.
Glass Beach, McCrutcher State Park, California
California has so many beautiful places to discover. However Glass Beach is one of the most attractive beaches in this area, but it does not have an interesting story. Glass Beach is located in McCrutcher Park in California. Unfortunately, this beach is a result of years of garbage collection in a coastal area near the northern part of the city. Tourists enjoy this beach in summer and tens of thousands of people come to visit it every year. Unfortunately, the glass stones of this beach are decreasing.
Dry Tortugas in Florida
The first Europeans visited Dry Tortugas in 1531. They named it because of the 170 turtles they took there. Tortugas have small archipelago of islands in the Gulf of Mexico, about 70 miles west of Key West, Florida. The islands are home to an abundance of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical fish, coral reefs and crystal-clear waters. Visitors can explore the islands by kayak or boat, or they can camp on Garden Key. This park is famous for its Jefferson Castle and its seven islands and is considered one of the popular tourist destinations. This hidden gem deserves to be on “Incredible places to Visit in US” list.
Antelope Canyon, Arizona
OMG!!! It is very hard to describe the beauty of Antelope Canyon in Arizona. It is an incredibly popular place for photography. It is very close to Grand Canyon and few miles away from “Horse shoe Bend”. The solar rays that pass through the walls of this valley have turned it into a beautiful earthly magical colors. Antelope was discovered by a shepherd girl in 1931. This places is a part of sacred lands of Indians. However since 1990, her family decided to hold tours for the visitors to Antelope Canyon.
Fly Geyser, Nevada
This geyser suddenly appeared in 1964 while investigating geothermal energy sources. A deep pit of hot rocks is the source makes the water temperature increase. This is a small geothermal spring but amazing. Their water constantly boils from the ground and sprays 1.5 meters in the air and then enters 300 separate pools. This spring contains minerals and thermophilic algae, which are the cause of its beautiful and magnificent colors. If you did not have a chance to visit Yellowstone national Park, you must include this in “Incredible places to Visit in US”.
White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
This is the least famous among the “Incredible places to Visit in US”. however White Sands National Monument is famous for its white sands. As its name suggests, its beautiful landscape is completely composed of white chalk crystals and sand dunes and covers an area of 710 square kilometers. This area became a national park in 1898. Visitors and tourists can enjoy this park all year round even in very hot weather and walk easily on its hills because the chalk does not absorb heat at all.
Hamilton Natural Pool, Texas
This natural pool is 2 hours away from my home. It is like a hidden gem among “Incredible places to Visit in US”. Hamilton Pool is a perfect for a dream summer trip. Hamilton Pool is the a unique getaway with a 4.5 meter waterfall and a 94 hectare natural reserve habitat with a jade green pool. This pool was formed due to the destruction of the arch of an underground river due to erosion about a thousand years ago. Level of chemicals change throughout the year. It is very unique and I include it in “Incredible places to Visit in US”.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
The Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a popular tourist destination in southeastern New Mexico. The park is known for its extensive cave system. In fact it is the largest underground chamber in North America. The caverns were formed over millions of years by the dissolution of limestone rock. If you like some magical and huge abnormal but fascinating place, therefore include this place in “Incredible places to Visit in US” bucket list.
Tulip Fields in Skagit Valley, Washington
If you love to visit Netherland’s tulips field, but for any reason you can’t , consider Skagit Valley in Washington in list of “Incredible places to Visit in US”. It is the perfect embodiment of Mother Nature. Each year, a festival is happening in Northwest Washington that showcases the beauty of tulips in the region. It attracts more than a million people from around the world. This valley is more crowded than usual in April. Considering a romantic trip to a lovely place? then add this place in “Incredible places to Visit in US”.
The Last Word ....
I hope you enjoyed reading this article. US is a vast and huge country. It has all the four seasons at any time of the year with so many incredible natural places and attractions to explore. After exploring so many places in US these are the most spectacular places I visited and wanted to share with you. Be sure to check out my other posts in my BLOG.
See you soon in other posts.
Tara