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If you're planning a trip to Hawaii soon, we have good news—Maui's ʻĪao Valley State Monument will reopen on May 1.

One of Hawaii's Most Visited Monuments Is Reopening

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Winter is currently in full effect in California.

Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay Froze Fully Over for the First Time in 30 Years

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Brooklynites residing in Williamsburg will soon see some bright new colors in their neighborhood.

Marsha P. Johnson State Park in Williamsburg Is Getting a New Gateway

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The Empire State is a favorite when it comes to planning a hiking adventure, but it might feel intimidating to set out for a journey without the right tools, especially when this involves exploring a new trail.

This Handy App Helps You Navigate New York Parks & Trails Without Getting Lost

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The San Francisco Chronicle reported that California is getting a new state park, which will be located near Modesto.

California Is Getting a New State Park That Will Sit Between 2 Rivers

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In addition to spotting wild animals and practicing bird watching, you can encounter other creatures in New Jersey's Allaire State Park.

Check Out This Dinosaur-Filled Hiking Destination Hidden in a New Jersey State Park

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America's 63 national parks may get all the glory and the Ken Burns documentaries, but nearly three times as many people visit the country's more than 10,000 state parks each year.

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One of Hawaii's Most Visited Monuments Is Reopening

Right in time for summer, the ʻĪao Valley State Monument will open its doors next month.

Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay Froze Fully Over for the First Time in 30 Years

This is one of the area's snowiest and most extreme winters on record.

Marsha P. Johnson State Park in Williamsburg Is Getting a New Gateway

Governor Hochul just announced the project.

This Handy App Helps You Navigate New York Parks & Trails Without Getting Lost

A new update was just released adding interactive mapping features.

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California Is Getting a New State Park That Will Sit Between 2 Rivers

The park will be located near Modesto, in San Joaquin Valley.

Check Out This Dinosaur-Filled Hiking Destination Hidden in a New Jersey State Park

New dinos recently joined the collection at Allaire State Park.

The 36 Best State Parks in America

These underdogs can hold their own against the national parks any day.