State parks

This volcanic depression in the middle of nowhere is the only place in the world you can find—and keep—the precious gemstone

At the confluence of three Tennessee rivers, this rugged park delivers scenic views, impressive waterfalls, and serene swimming holes as well as world-class fishing and kayaking

Come for a maritime forest so lush it feels like a jungle, stay for the dreamy beach sunsets

This tucked-away Virginia retreat offers much more than a pretty hole in the ground

This beloved Arkansas mountain is full of green forests, plunging blufflines, swirling sandstone, and romantic folklore

From cozy Texas cabins to a yurt in Virginia, these lodging options show how state parks have been upping their games