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Unique and beautiful places to visit in the USA Today!

Unique places to visit in USA

From mountains to the sea, there are so many unique places to see and explore in the USA. This list features some of the most unique and interesting places that you can visit in the USA, from small places that you probably never heard of before to some of the most popular national parks in the world, this list has everything.

So let us dive into Unique and Beautiful places to visit in the USA today!

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Lake Tahoe

Lake view of forest at Lake tahoe

North Americas Largest alpine lake brings tourists all year long. Winter brings skiers and snowboarders, while warmer months bring in Hikers, scenic drivers, or lake lovers for kayaking and boating.

Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska

Air view of Kenai Fjrods in Alaska

This National park in Alaska is home to 38 glaciers and numerous fjords. It also has one of the largest icefields in the US, which is named after former US president Warren G. Harding.

If you are visiting Kenai Fjords National Park be prepared to see humpback whales, sea lions, and black bears.

Yosemite National Park, California

Reconnecting with nature is what Yosemite National park in California is all about. Exploring famous landmarks such as Half Dome and Glacier Point are a must alongside with hiking Cathedral Lakes, Mist Trails, and other paths.

Lake view of mountains at Yosemite national park

Yosemite’s waterfalls are some of the tallest in the world, especially the Yosemite Falls, which are a must-see, but if you do not wish to camp, you can easily take a day trip from San Francisco, Sacramento, or Lake Tahoe.

Sequoia National Park, California

Tree at Sequoia National Park

Any tree lovers?

This place is your paradise, Sequoia National Park is known for its giant sequoia trees, canyons, and lakes. The park is also home to the world’s largest tree, General Sherman Tree.

Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Sequoia National Park has 14 campsites and is one of the most beautiful places that you can visit in the USA.

Valley of Fire, Nevada

Just a short drive from Las Vegas, Valley of Fire state park is one of America’s hidden gems. When visiting this place you will think that you are on Mars, the red and orange sandstone make it look like you are on Mars!

Road at Valley of Fire in Nevada

If you are going through the valleys, there are several slot canyons, rock formations and ancient petroglyphs etched into sandstone. This place is truly a unique and hidden gem in the USA.

Thor's Well, Oregon

View of Thors Well in Oregon at Night

A natural vortex that appears to swallow the sea, this is Thor’s Well.

Just a two-hour drive from the city of Eugene in Oregon, Thor’s Well looks like a bottomless pit leading to the center of Earth, it is an amazing photo place, and a unique place to visit in the USA.

Hamilton Pool preserve, Texas

Small waterfall at Hamilton pool preserve in Texas

Hamilton Pool Preserve is a natural pool that is fed by a 15m waterfall, the pool itself was previously an underground river until a ceiling collapsed thousands of years ago.

Today, this is a popular place for swimming during summertime, but reservations are required between March and October due to crowds gathering.

Smoky Mountains, Tennesse and North Carolina

View of Smoky Mountain in Tennesse

Attracting 11 million visitors last year, this makes the Great Smoky Mountains National Park one of the most visited national parks in the USA. The name itself “smokey” comes from the fog that frequently covers the mountain range.

This place is a popular destination for hikers and campers.

Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida

Located in the Gulf of Mexico, Dry Tortugas National Park is a 7 island cluster and protected coral reef.

Dry Tortugas in Florida

This place is home to exotic fish, coral reefs, shipwrecks, and everything marine-related. Since it is so restricted, it attracts small amounts of visitors every year, but together with Florida Everglades, Dry Tortugas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Niagara Falls, New York

Niagara Falls in NY

One of the most popular waterfalls in the world, Niagara Falls is a group of three massive waterfalls that lie between the New York – Canada border.

Niagara Falls are one of the most iconic landmarks in the USA if not the world, the falls themselves have the highest flow rate in North America.

Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

Mountain at Grand teton national park

Wyoming’s national park, Grand Teton offers snow-topped Teton Mountains that have amazing trails and even better natural beauty. There are two ways of exploring the Park, hiking is the preferred way because of the natural beauties that you see, or you can go by car or boat.

Antelope Canyon, Arizona

This surreal natural wonder is located just outside of Page, a small city in Arizona. Antelope Canyon is known for its mystical wavy rocks, which were formed by water and wind erosion over millions of years.

Inside of Antelope Canyon in Arizona

Note that Antelope Canyon is a sacred space in the heart of the Navajo Nation (a Native American territory in northeastern Arizona). As such, you will need to take a guided tour with a Navajo guide.

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Hello! I’m Sara, a Croatian native. I’ve traveled all over the world and have knocked out some amazing cities and countries off my bucket list.

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