Peace Arch Historical State Park – state parks quest #6
Walk freely between two countries at this unique park that celebrates the longstanding peaceful relationship between the United States and Canada.
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Author: Lauren Danner
When I’m not out hiking, I'm either buried in a book or writing about outdoor recreation and public lands from my home near Puget Sound.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
We had just enough time to spend a few hours exploring Carlsbad Caverns National Park before driving north to catch our plane out of Albuquerque. Bats, anyone?
American Southwest national parks
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
With a tight schedule, we had to choose between climbing the tallest peak in Texas or shorter hikes with more diversity. Decisions, decisions.
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Camano Island State Park – state parks quest #5
The long, curved beach. The yellow sand and clay cliffs. The quiet forest dappled with early spring sunshine. The views across Saratoga Passage. There are many things to love about Camano Island State Park, but this is my favorite: it was built in a day.
Washington state parks
Cama Beach State Park – state parks quest #4
Sometimes you’ve just gotta get out of town. Cama Beach State Park fit the bill for a relaxing one-night escape.