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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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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.

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