State Parks Starting With: A-D

A.H. Stephens State Park
Crawfordville, GA
Conveniently located a few miles off of I-20, this pretty park west of Augusta is best known for its equestrian facilities, Confederate museum and lakeside group camp. Horseback riders can explore 21
A.W. Marion State Park
Circleville, OH
This rural park offers rolling woodlands and the quiet waters of Hargus Lake. Once part of the state's prairie peninsula, the park's 310 acres showcase a variety of native landscapes and wildlife. A g
Abilene State Park
Tuscola, TX
Come to the shady banks of Elm Creek, where large trees arch overhead and deer and other critters wander by. Just 16 miles southwest of Abilene, the park has a lake and fishing pond, a historic swimmi
Above All State Park
Warren, CT
Above All State Park is an undeveloped public recreation area located in the town of Warren, Connecticut. Remnants of a Cold War-era military radar installation may be seen. The only park amenities ar
Abram S. Hewitt State Forest
West Milford, NJ
A section of Bearfort Ridge reaches into Hewitt State Forest, offering hikers a challenging climb with a rewarding view. The forest is isolated and untouched, accessible only on foot. Marshes and wetl
Ackley Lake State Park
Hobson, MT
Ackley Lake is nestled right in the heart of Montana's Big Sky Country. One glimpse and you'll easily understand how the beautiful views of the surrounding Little Belt and Snowy Mountains and rich agr
Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve
North Sioux City, SD
Spanning 1,500 acres along the Missouri River, this area was donated to the people of South Dakota in 1984 by Mary and Maud Adams, granddaughters of original homesteader Stephen Searls Adams. They env
Adams Lake State Park
West Union, OH
Located in Ohio's Bluegrass region — one of the state's most scenic and interesting areas — Adams Lake State Park has much to offer the nature enthusiast. Remnant prairies and a quiet lake can be enjo
Addison Blockhouse Historic State Park
Ormond Beach, FL
Take a step back in time and explore some of Florida’s rich history found deep within the flatwoods of Volusia County, accessible from the west bank of the Tomoka River. The Addison Blockhouse, a sma
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
Zion, IL
Illinois Beach State Park - stretching 6.5 miles along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan in northern Illinois - offers a full range of recreation opportunities at one of the most unique and beautiful n
Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area
Branscomb, CA
Admiral William Standley State Recreation Area is at an elevation of 1,700 feet in the Coastal Range and features redwoods. It is located near the headwaters of the south fork of the Eel River. There
Afognak Island State Park
Kodiak, AK
Identified in 1892 as one of the nation's first conservation areas, Afognak Island was originally designated as the Afognak Forest and Fish Culture Reserve because of its outstanding wildlife and salm
Afton State Park
Hastings, MN
Grand oaks and delicate prairie flowers grace the rugged, rolling landscape of this park. Trails traverse remnant and restored prairies, wind down deep ravines and rise up to the grassy ridgetops and
Agate Beach State Recreation Site
Newport, OR
Diggers, this park's for you! Razor clamming is a favorite activity as well as surfing. If you plan to visit prime Newport attractions like the Oregon Coast Aquarium and Hatfield Marine Science Center
Agate Falls Scenic Site
Trout Creek, MI
Considered by many to be one of upper Michigan's most picturesque waterfalls, Agate Falls is located on the middle branch of the Ontonagon River. Located off of M-28 in the Ottawa National Forest in t
Ahern State Park
Laconia, NH
Ahern State Park spans 128 acres, with 3,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Winnisquam. The park was transferred to the state in November, 1994 as Governor's State Park, and renamed by statute in 1998.
Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park
McArthur, CA
Ahjumawi is a place of exceptional, even primeval, beauty. Brilliant aqua bays and tree studded islets only a few yards long dot the shoreline of Ja-She Creek, Crystal Springs, and Horr Pond. Over two
Ahukini State Recreational Pier
Lihue, HI
Situated on the edge of Hanama’ulu Bay near the Lihu’e Airport, Ahukini State Recreational Pier offers not only beautiful scenery, but also a terrific fishing. Aside from pole fishing, crab netting is
Ahupua'a 'O Kahana State Park
Kaaawa, HI
One of the wettest areas of Oahu (averaging nearly 300 inches per year in parts of the valley), Ahupuaʻa O Kahana State Park is one of only a few publicly owned ahupuaʻa making it a great location to
Aiea Bay State Recreation Area
Aiea, HI
Aiea Bay State Recreation Area provides views of Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial. Enjoy the park by bringing your lunch and using the picnic areas. The Pearl Harbor Bike Path runs through the pa
Aiken State Park
Windsor, SC
Set along the South Edisto River, Aiken State Park is a haven for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. A scenic 1.7-mile canoe and kayak trail winds its way down the south fork of the Edisto River, attra
Ainsworth State Park
Cascade Locks, OR
Nestled in the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge, Ainsworth is equal parts waterfall wonderland, hiker's playground and camper's delight. Situated at the eastern end of the Historic Columbia River Hi
Air Line State Park Trail
East Hampton, CT
Though the rails are long gone, this rail bed once offered fashionable, rapid transit from New York to Boston. Those who travel the corridor today witness the same inspiring panoramas and absorb the s
Akaka Falls State Park
Honomu, HI
Following the ʻAkaka Falls Loop Trail (.4 mile loop), people can see both the Kahuna and ‘Akaka Falls (422 feet high) along with beautiful lush plants and trees.
Alabaster Caverns State Park
Freedom, OK
Enter one of the largest natural gypsum caves in the world at Alabaster Caverns State Park. This rare cave is open to the public, and the only gypsum show cave in the United States. Daily guided tours
Alafia River State Park
Lithia, FL
Standing out from the relatively flat topography of Central Florida is Alafia River State Park, a reclaimed phosphate mine with some of the most radical elevation changes in the state. This makes it a
Alamo Lake State Park
Wenden, AZ
Alamo Lake State Park is one of the best places to fish for bass in Arizona. The crystal clear lake is surrounded by mountainous terrain speckled with brush, wildflowers and cacti making for a visuall
Alapocas Run State Park
Wilmington, DE
Enjoy a leisure 0.7-mile-long hike through mature woodlands in the middle of the city. Look for native pawpaw trees and take in the sights and sounds of nature. The cliffs, made of blue rock gneiss,
Alaska Veteran's Memorial
Trapper Creek, AK
The Alaska Veteran's Memorial is located within Denali State Park at mile 147.1 between Anchorage and Fairbanks. The memorial consists of five 20-foot tall concrete panels, one each to represent the A
Alburgh Dunes
Alburg, VT
Welcome to Alburgh Dunes. This 625-acre property became a state park in 1996. It is named for the sand dunes near the center and western end of the south-facing, natural sand beach. This beach is amon
Alderwood State Wayside
Cheshire, OR
Large trees characterize this forested park along Hwy 36 between Junction City and Triangle Lake. There's a picnic area, restroom, and short trail along the Long Tom River. Bring a lunch and relax!
Alewife Brook Reservation
Cambridge, MA
This sprawling urban forest is filled with wetlands and a variety of birds. Walk along limited trails to see a rare side of nature without leaving the city.
Alexandria State Recreation Area
Fairbury, NE
Alexandria is a peaceful, scenic recreation area encompassing 55 acres of land with two lakes totalling 46 acres of water. The area is fairly level with mature trees for shade and offers fishing, picn
Alfred A. Loeb State Park
Brookings, OR
Alfred A. Loeb State Park, known simply as "Loeb" by the locals, is nestled in a dense grove of Myrtlewood trees, many of which are more than 200 years old. The trees give off a crisp, eucalyptus-like
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
Tallahassee, FL
A masterpiece of floral architecture, the gardens feature a picturesque brick walkway, secret garden, reflection pool, walled garden, and hundreds of camellias and azaleas. The beautiful ornamental g
Algonac State Park
Marine City, MI
Algonac State Park's major attraction is viewing freighters of the world along the one half mile of St. Clair River frontage. Algonac is also home to rare habitats, the lake plain prairies and oak sav
Algonquin State Forest
Colebrook, CT
Algonquin State Forest is a Connecticut state forest located in the towns of Colebrook and Winchester. The forest is managed for wildlife habitat and passive recreational activities.
Allagash Wilderness Waterway
Bangor, ME
The Allagash Wilderness Waterway was established by the Maine Legislature in 1966 to preserve, protect, and enhance the natural beauty, character, and habitat of a unique area. It is a magnificent, 92
Allaire State Park
Wall Township, NJ
Allaire State Park is probably best known for its historic 19th-century iron making town, Allaire Village, and its antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. The Manasquan River, which winds thr
Allamuchy Mountain State Park
Stanhope, NJ
The Musconetcong River, with some of the best trout fishing in the state, winds through Allamuchy Mountain State Park. Several miles of trails crisscross through the forests and marshlands of the park
Allan H. Treman State Marine Park
Ithaca, NY
Allan H. Treman is one of the largest inland marinas in New York State. It boasts 370 seasonal, 30 transient and 30 dry boat slips. For folks trailering boats, the park has an 8-lane boat launch ram
Allegany State Park - Quaker Area
Salamanca, NY
The Quaker area is known for its two lakes and wonderful camping experiences. It offers a sandy beach for swimming, two fishing piers and a canoeing or kayaking access point. Friend's Boat Launch make
Allegany State Park - Red House Area
Salamanca, NY
The Red House Area is known for the historic tudor-style Administration Building and everything centrally located around the Red House Lake. It offers 5 miles of paved bike paths, boat and bike rental
Allegheny Islands State Park
Cheswick, PA
Accessible only by boat, the 50-acre Allegheny Islands State Park consists of two alluvial islands and seven shoals in the Allegheny River. The park is heavily covered in vegetation and remains undeve
Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park
Haines City, FL
Located along the beautiful Lake Wales Ridge, Catfish Creek Preserve covers more than 8,000 acres of scrub, sandhill and flatwoods in addition to 65 acres of submerged land. The preserve offers six m
Allis State Park
Brookfield, VT
Allis State Park was established in 1928 as Vermont’s second developed state park. The park is named for Wallace Allis, who willed his Bear Mountain Farm to the State of Vermont to be developed as a c
Aloha State Park
Cheboygan, MI
Aloha State Park is a camper, boater and biker paradise! The campground is set on beautiful Mullett Lake, which is the central point for the Inland Lakes Waterway. Campsites are located near the boat
Alsea Bay Historic Interpretive Center
Waldport, OR
The Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center in Waldport was constructed by the Oregon Department of Transportation as part of the bridge replacement project. It’s operated by the Oregon Parks an
Alta Lake State Park
Pateros, WA
Alta Lake State Park is a land of fire and water. Tucked into the hills between Winthrop and Lake Chelan, Alta Lake has long been a hub for anglers, water sports enthusiasts and families that love to
Alum Creek State Park
Lewis Center, OH
Located near Ohio's capital city, Alum Creek State Park is a popular boating and camping destination. Visitors can spend the day jet skiing across thousands of acres of water or find a quiet cove to f
Ambrose A. Call State Park
Algona, IA
A log cabin-style lodge built in 1928 provides an excellent setting for such group activities as wedding receptions, family reunions, and community get-togethers. Lodge reservations can be made online
Amelia Island State Park
Jacksonville, FL
An easy drive from Jacksonville or Fernandina Beach, the park protects over 200 acres of unspoiled wilderness along the southern tip of Amelia Island. Beautiful beaches, salt marshes and coastal mari
American Legion and Peoples State Forests
Barkhamsted, CT
American Legion Located in the Pleasant Valley section of Barkhamsted, the initial 213 acres of this forest were a gift from the American Legion in 1927 to provide citizens an example of proper forest
Ames Monument Historic Site
Buford, WY
The Ames Monument is located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Laramie, Wyoming, south of Interstate 80 at the Vedauwoo exit. The monument is a four-sided, random ashlar pyramid, 60 feet (18 m) square at
Ames Nowell State Park
Abington, MA
Ames Nowell is open year-round for daytime recreation. Cleveland Pond is popular with boaters and fisherman. If you're looking to stay dry, there are several miles of trails along the pond edge and su
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge
Dawsonville, GA
Northeast of Dawsonville, Georgia, on the cusp of the North Georgia Mountains, sits Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge. A nature lover’s wonderland, it’s only 8 miles from the Appalachian Trail and wi
Amnicon Falls State Park
South Range, WI
Amnicon Falls State Park features a series of delightful waterfalls and rapids along the Amnicon River. You can view them from a covered foot bridge or 2 miles of trails along the river. The park is a
Anaconda Smoke Stack
Anaconda, MT
The old Anaconda Copper Company smelter stack, completed in 1919, is one of the tallest free-standing brick structures in the world at 585 feet. The inside diameter is 75 feet at the bottom, tapering
Anasazi State Park Museum
Boulder, UT
Explore an Ancestral Puebloan (Anasazi) village that was likely occupied from A.D. 1050 to 1200, and one of the largest communities west of the Colorado River. Outside the museum, tour a life-sized, s
Anastasia State Park
St Augustine, FL
More than 1,600 acres of unspoiled beaches, tidal marshes, maritime hammocks and ancient sand dunes make this a captivating destination for visitors. Park Admission - Vehicle Park Admission - Single
Anchor River State Recreation Area
Anchor Point, AK
The first written descriptions of the land and people of the Kenai Peninsula are found in the 1778 journals from the British sponsored expedition of Captain James Cook. According to legend, Anchor Poi
Anclote Key Preserve State Park
Tarpon Springs, FL
Located three miles off the coast of Tarpon Springs, the park is accessible only by private boat or ferry service. Enjoy the blue-green Gulf of Mexico waters that lap gently along the sandy beaches o
Anderson Lake
Astoria, IL
Anderson Lake is a floodplain lake that frequently receives overflow waters from the Illinois River. The lake has 1,134 surface acres with a maximum depth of 6 feet and an average depth of 4 feet. Car
Anderson Lake State Park
Chimacum, WA
Pack up the kids and a picnic lunch and spend a day at Anderson Lake State Park. Located 20 minutes from Port Townsend on the Northeastern Olympic Peninsula, Anderson Lake combines a cedar, fir and al
Anderson Marsh State Historic Park
Lower Lake, CA
The Park at this time of year is beautiful. The colors of autumn at the Park are wonderful shades of cream, yellow, brown and green – interspersed with the startling color of small yellow sunflowers,
Andrew Jackson State Park
Lancaster, SC
Andrew Jackson State Park combines history, art and community activities into a setting that has made it one of the state’s most popular parks. Favorite features include living history programs, a m
Andrew Molera State Park
Big Sur, CA
In the spectacular Big Sur area, this park is still relatively undeveloped and offers visitors great hiking and beachcombing. Miles of trails wind through meadows, bluffs, beaches and hilltops.
Androscoggin Riverlands
Turner, ME
The park is gated and accessible only for foot traffic between the end of snowmobile season and May 15. Visitors enjoy the Androscoggin Riverlands year-round, with skiers and snowmobilers using the tr
Androscoggin Wayside Park
Errol, NH
Androscoggin Wayside Park, a part of Mollidgewock State Park, is located along the Androscoggin River and lies within the Thirteen Mile Woods. It is a scenic spot for picnicking and fishing, and a fav
Angel Island State Park
Tiburon, CA
Angel Island State Park, the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay, offers some of the best views of the surrounding Bay Area. With great hiking trails and many other recreational opportunit
Angostura Recreation Area
Hot Springs, SD
Angostura Reservoir is a water-lover's haven with breathtaking, scenic views. Offering crystal clear waters, 36 miles of shoreline, and some of the finest sandy beaches in the state, the area boasts m
Annett Wayside Park
Rindge, NH
Annett State Forest is a 1,494-acre (6.05 km2) state forest of New Hampshire located in the town of Rindge in Cheshire County and extending north into Sharon in Hillsborough County. It includes Annett
Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park
Miami, MO
Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park features remnants of the Missouria Indian village that sat at the Great Bend of the Missouri River, marked on a map by Jacques Marquette and Louis Jolliet in 1673.
Antelope Island State Park
Syracuse, UT
Hike, mountain bike or horseback ride the park’s backcountry trails for spectacular views of lake and island scenery; spend a star-filled night in one of several primitive campsites; stroll along sand
Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve State Natural Reserve
Lancaster, CA
Each spring, the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve comes alive with the seasonal surprises of the Mojave Desert Grassland habitat. The duration and intensity of colors and scents vary from yea
Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park
Lancaster, CA
Antelope Valley Indian Museum State Historic Park is California's State Regional Indian Museum representing Great Basin Indian Cultures. The exhibits and interpretive emphasis are on American Indian g
Anthony Wayne Recreation Area - Harriman State Park
Woodbury, NY
The Anthony Wayne Recreation Area of Harriman State Park lies in a wooded valley. Facilities include picnic areas with fireplaces, playing fields and cross-country ski and hiking trails. Amplified mu
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
Borrego Springs, CA
Anza- Borrego Desert State Park’s rugged landscape formed largely by the forces of erosion attacking the uplifted mountains. The higher the mountains rise, the more vigorously they are attacked by rai
Appalachian Trail
Myersville, MD
In 1921, Benton MacKaye, a Harvard-educated forester and self-styled philosopher, came up with a revolutionary idea: a linear park, extending from Georgia to Maine. Thousands of volunteers and many le
Apple River Canyon State Park
Apple River, IL
Apple River Canyon State Park is in the hilly northwest corner of Illinois in Jo Daviess County near the Wisconsin border. Limestone bluffs, deep ravines, springs, streams and wildlife characterize th
Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
Nebraska City, NE
This beautiful estate in Nebraska City was home to J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbor Day. From its beginning in 1855 as a four-room frame house, the magnificent mansion grew to 52 rooms through sev
Arcadia Beach State Recreation Site
Arch Cape, OR
A shady grove just off the highway and a few feet from the sandy ocean beach below, Arcadia State Recreation Site is located a mile south of Cannon Beach. Take a lunch break on your way north or sou
Archangel Road and Trail
Palmer, AK
Archangel Road Trailhead is located in the Hatcher Pass East Management Area, near mile 14.4 Hatcher Pass Road. The road is managed by the Alaska Department of Transportation in cooperation with Alask
Archbald Pothole State Park
Archbald, PA
Archbald Pothole State Park is a 150-acre park in northeastern Pennsylvania. The park is named for Archbald Pothole, a geologic feature that formed during the Wisconsin Glacial Period, around 15,000 y
Arctic Valley Alpenglow
Anchorage, AK
Arctic Valley Alpenglow is located within Chugach State Park, 10 miles north-east of downtown Anchorage. In the summer months, Arctic Valley has many trails for hiking. From easy to hard, there is on
Argyle Lake State Park
Colchester, IL
Known as a fisherman's delight, Argyle Lake State Park has a full complement of recreational opportunities. Just 7 miles from Macomb, Argyle Lake also offers picnicking, camping, hiking and boating fa
Arizona Beach State Recreation Site
Port Orford, OR
Arizona Beach is a two-third mile stretch of sand bookended by two rocky headlands. The headlands shelter the beach from prevailing winds, creating temperatures warm enough to give the site its name.
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
Salida, CO
The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) is recognized as one of the nation's most popular locations for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The Arkansas River it the most commercially rafted river
Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources
Smackover, AR
South Arkansas is home to the unique story of the 1920s oil boom. Walking the grounds of the state park, you’ll see working oil field equipment used in the area, including a replica of a 112-foot derr
Arkansas Post Museum
Gillett, AR
Tour this complex of five exhibit buildings and explore life on Arkansas’s Grand Prairie and in the Arkansas Delta from 1877 to today. The Main House serves as the entrance to your experience. Two bui
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
Guerneville, CA
The serene, majestic beauty of this Grove is a living reminder of the magnificent primeval redwood forest that covered much of this area before logging operations began during the 19th century. Armstr
Aroostook State Park
Presque Isle, ME
Aroostook State Park bears the distinct honor of being Maine's first state park. In 1938 interested citizens of Presque Isle donated 100 acres of land to the State of Maine, and following that gesture
Aroostook Valley Trail
Washburn, ME
Aroostook Valley Trail is a 28 mile trail that connects the towns of Presque Isle, Caribou, Washburn, Woodland, and New Sweden. Riders will find a gravel surface trail that is open to multiple use, ye
Arrow Rock State Historic Site
Colchester, MO
Stroll through the history of a once-bustling river town that’s now the serene village of Arrow Rock. You’ll walk streets lined with the architecture of the historic “Boone’s Lick Country.” At Arrow R
Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park
Canadian, OK
The Arrowhead Area at Lake Eufaula State Park features 2,200 scenic acres near Canadian in southeastern Oklahoma. Lake Eufaula, the largest man-made lake in Oklahoma, borders most of the Arrowhead Ar
Arrowhead State Park Golf Course
Canadian, OK
At Arrowhead Golf Course, play 18-holes on a par 72 course with bent grass greens, Bermuda grass tees and fairways. Golfers can enjoy lake views, minimal water hazards and well-placed sand bunkers whi
Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park
Lancaster, CA
Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland, seven miles west of the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, protects and preserves an impressive stand of native Joshuas and junipers which once grew in great a
Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges)
Lewiston, NY
Earl W. Brydges Artpark is dedicated to presenting the finest in performing and visual arts programs; including world-class amphitheater rock and pop concerts, interactive public art installations, ou
Ash Hollow State Historical Park
Lewellen, NE
Sweet spring water made Ash Hollow State Historical Park near Lewellen a major stopover on the Oregon and California trails and prompted prehistoric Indians to use it, too. Ruts etched by west-bound w
Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park
Royal, NE
Nearly 12 million years ago, volcanic ash engulfed this ancient watering hole, entombing innumerable animals. National Geographic has called it the Pompeii of prehistoric animals. Because of its scien
Ashland State Park
Ashland, MA
Ashland State Park has 470 acres including a 157 acre reservoir. The park operates seasonally and offers hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and fishing.
Ashton to Tetonia Trail State Park
Felt, ID
The Ashton-Tetonia Trail opened to the public in 2010 and is administered by the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation and managed through Harriman State Park. This 29.6 mile trail follows the aban
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Cheshire, MA
The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is an old railroad track converted into a 10-foot wide paved trail. The trail runs 12.7 miles through the towns of Cheshire, Lanesborough and Adams. Cheshire Reservoir, a
Asilomar State Beach
Pacific Grove, CA
Located on the Monterey Peninsula in the city of Pacific Grove, Asilomar State Beach and Conference Grounds State Park provides visitors numerous opportunities for a variety of scenic walks along the
Assateague State Park
Berlin, MD
Assateague State Park is Maryland's only oceanfront park. It is located on Assateague Island, a barrier island bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the east and the Sinepuxent Bay on the west. Its two mi
Atlanta State Park
Atlanta, TX
Atlanta State Park sits on the shores of Wright Patman Lake in the far northeast corner of Texas. Towering pines and hardwoods shade the park, providing fall and spring color, and beauty year-round.
Auburn State Recreation Area
Auburn, CA
The park (which is 20 miles long on two forks of the American River) is situated south of Interstate 80, stretching from Auburn to Colfax. The main access is from Auburn, either on Highway 49 or Fores
Audra State Park
Buckhannon, WV
Audra State Park is a heavily wooded area bisected by the Middle Fork River located in southwestern Barbour County and a portion of Upshur County. Each year, visitors are drawn to the natural beauty o
Audubon State Historic Site
St Francisville, LA
"The rich magnolias covered with fragrant blossoms, the holly, the beech, the tall yellow poplar, the hilly ground and even the red clay, all excited my admiration. Such an entire change in the fall o
Auerfarm State Park
Bloomfield, CT
Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve, a 40 acre parcel in Bloomfield, was donated to the state park system and will forever be linked to the legacy of Beatrice Fox Auerbach (1887-1968), a Hartford phila
Austin Creek State Recreation Area
Guerneville, CA
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods, a cooperating association that works in partnership with California State Parks, has reopened Austin Creek State SRA's Bullfrog Pond campground by way of an operati
Avalon State Park
Fort Pierce, FL
Avalon has more than a mile of increasingly rare undeveloped beachfront. The park provides habitat for many species of wildlife. Threatened and endangered sea turtles such as the loggerhead, Atlantic
Azalea State Natural Reserve
McKinleyville, CA
A reserve for western azalea (Rhododendron occidentale). Each spring, a profusion of pink and white blossoms scents the air. There is a picnic area available. Plan to visit in April and May when azale
Aztalan State Park
Jefferson, WI
Aztalan State Park is a National Historic Landmark and contains one of Wisconsin's most important archaeological sites, showcasing an ancient Middle-Mississippian village that thrived between A.D. 100
Año Nuevo State Park
Pescadero, CA
Año Nuevo State Park's rich variety of natural and cultural resources draws visitors from around the world. The park’s Natural Preserve offers an extraordinary wilderness experience, where every year
Babcock State Park
Clifftop, WV
One of West Virginia’s most iconic locations, Babcock State Park has 4,127 acres of stunning scenery. Located 20 miles southeast of the New River Gorge Bridge, the park is most known for the Glade Cre
Backbone State Park
Dundee, IA
Backbone State Park is Iowa's oldest state park, dedicated in 1919. Located in the valley of the Maquoketa River, it is approximately three miles south of Strawberry Point in Delaware County.
Badger Creek State Recreation Area
Van Meter, IA
The lake at Badger Creek is by far the most popular natural resource, and thus fishing is the most popular form of recreation. The lake comprises 276 acres. Largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and cat
Bahia Honda State Park
Big Pine Key, FL
On the way to Key West, Bahia Honda offers the awestruck traveler the chance to ask “do I need to travel any farther?” Henry Flagler’s bold effort to build a railroad to Key West in the early 1900s t
Baker Creek State Park
McCormick, SC
Operated seasonally, Baker Creek caters to those looking for fun on Lake Thurmond, a wild ride on South Carolina mountain bike trails or a quick camping trip. If you’re looking for quality, South Caro
Bald Eagle State Park
Howard, PA
The 5,900-acre Bald Eagle State Park is in the broad Bald Eagle Valley of northcentral Pennsylvania. The 1,730-acre lake laps the flanks of Bald Eagle Mountain, surrounded by forests, fields, and wetl
Bald Mountain Public Reserved Land
Rangeley, ME
Escape to the scenic Bald Mountain Public Land where outdoor enthusiasts thrive in this four-season wonderland. Hike Bald Mountain's one mile trail to the summit and enjoy panoramic views of Rangeley,
Bald Mountain Recreation Area
Orion Charter Township, MI
Bald Mountain Recreation Area is home to some of the steepest hills and most rugged terrain in southeastern Michigan. Camping is limited to rustic cabins, but the extensive trails, inland lakes, trout
Bald Peak State Scenic Viewpoint
Hillsboro, OR
Bald Peak (1,629' elev.) is located where the worlds of high-tech and rural Oregon meet. Restaurants, shops, nightlife and a fast pace abound in nearby Hillsboro. Farms, wineries, fruit stands and a s
Bald Point State Park
Alligator Point, FL
Some of the most picturesque areas along North Florida's Gulf Coast are found within the park, which supports over 4,000 upland acres. Located on Alligator Point where Ochlockonee Bay meets Apalachee
Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park
St Helena, CA
The park is the site of a water-powered grist mill that was built in 1846. It was once the center of social activity as Napa Valley settlers gathered to have their corn and wheat ground into meal or f
Balmorhea State Park
Toyahvale, TX
Dive into the crystal-clear water of the world’s largest spring-fed swimming pool. Swim, scuba dive, or just relax under the trees at this historic park in arid West Texas. The Civilian Conservation
Bandon State Natural Area
Bandon, OR
Bandon awaits the beachcomber, the explorer, the artist and the dreamer. Bandon State Natural Area comprises several spots to access the beach along Beach Loop Road in Bandon. Parking is ample at all
Bangor & Aroostook Trail
Bangor, ME
The Bangor & Aroostook Trail is a 61 mile trail that is divided into two sections that link to one another in the Town of Stockholm. The first section of trail travels through the Towns of Mapleton, W
Banks-Vernonia State Trail
Banks, OR
Where the railroad once was king, the woods now reign again. A century ago, this railway made life better and easier for early Oregonians and the burgeoning lumber industry that fueled their prosperit
Bannack State Park
Dillion, MT
Bannack State Park is a National Historic Landmark and the site of Montana's first major gold discovery on July 28, 1862. This strike set off a massive gold rush that swelled Bannack's population to o
Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park
Carlisle, IA
Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park, Iowa’s newest state park, is nestled in the rolling landscape between Des Moines and Indianola on Highway 65/69, within minutes of the state’s largest metro area.
Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area
Canton, IL
Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area is located approximately 25 miles southwest of Peoria on U.S. Route 24 and is protected from the Illinois River by a major levee. Teeming with fish and wildli
Banning State Park
Sandstone, MN
Treat yourself to a visit to Banning State Park, just minutes off I-35 near Sandstone. In the spring, watch daring canoeists and kayakers shoot the turbulent rapids at Blueberry Slide, Mother's Deligh
Baraga State Park
Baraga, MI
Baraga State Park overlooks scenic Keweenaw Bay on the majestic Lake Superior shoreline. Stay overnight in the park's modern campground, a mini cabin or tepee and enjoying ORVing, hiking, swimming and
Baranof Castle State Historic Site
Sitka, AK
Commonly referred to as Castle Hill, this park is one of the most historically significant sites in Alaska. Tlingit natives originally inhabited this area and built a strategic fortification at this s
Barcelona Lighthouse
Westfield, NY
The First Natural Gas Lighthouse. Finished in 1829, the 40-foot tall Barcelona Lighthouse (Portland Harbor) was the very first natural gas lighthouse in the country. It was in Federal Lighthouse Servi
Barkcamp State Park
Belmont, OH
The sandstone hills of the Appalachian Plateau envelope this region of Ohio. Barkcamp State Park is one of the few places where visitors can glimpse what Ohio's forests looked like prior to settlement
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
Barnegat Light, NJ
The site of Barnegat Lighthouse on the northern tip of Long Beach Island in Ocean County was regarded as one of the most crucial "change of course" points for coastal vessels. Vessels bound to and fro
Barnwell State Park
Blackville, SC
Barnwell State Park is a community favorite among the residents of Blackville, South Carolina. One of 16 state parks built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, Barnwell is b
Barr Lake State Park
Brighton, CO
There’s something for every type of outdoors person - from the fishing enthusiast and boater to the naturalist - at Barr Lake State Park, a short drive northeast of the Denver area. Bicyclists of all
Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Lucas, KY
Top Five Things to Do  1. Boat or fish for catfish, bluegill, bass and crappie on Barren River Lake  2. Play the par 4 championship golf course  3. Relax on the Sunset Beach Cove (seasonal)  4. Samp
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Terlingua, TX
Barton Warnock Visitor Center serves as the eastern entrance for Big Bend Ranch State Park and is near Lajitas. Permits for backpacking and camping (no hookups) at Big Bend Ranch State Park can be obt
Baseline Road Trailhead
Ocala, FL
Two trails provide visitors the opportunity to experience a paved urban trail or escape to a secluded multi-use trail. The Greenway's Southeast 64th Avenue Trailhead provides parking and access to th
Bash Bish Falls State Park
Mt Washington, MA
Bash Bish Falls is the highest single-drop waterfall in the state. Take a hike and enjoy a picnic on the rocks (Picnic areas - CLOSED to aid in the prevention of spreading COVID-19). Explore the neigh
Bass River Recreation Area
Lamont, MI
Bass River Recreation Area, a 1,665-acre site, consists of open meadows, open brush land, mature hardwoods, small ponds and 300-acre Max Lake. It has approximately three miles of frontage on the Grand
Bass River State Forest
Tuckerton, NJ
Bass River State Forest was the first forest acquired by the state of New Jersey in 1905 for public recreation, water conservation, and wildlife and timber management. Lake Absegami, a 67-acre lake cr
Bastrop State Park
Bastrop, TX
For more than 70 years, folks have visited Bastrop State Park to enjoy its history and marvel at the Lost Pines. Forest fires and floods have ravaged the park in recent years. Now comes rebirth: new t
Bates State Park
Bates, OR
Bates State Park was once the site of a thriving lumber mill and an adjacent company town set in a lush valley in the Blue Mountains. The mill closed in the mid-1970s. Families--and in some instances
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