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for this list we'll be looking at American cities towns and landmarks
that might not be on your radar but are definitely worth checking out
number 10 Door County Wisconsin in general is an underrated destination for a cozy getaway with
your significant other door county is especially easy to overlook being a peninsula hidden away in
the East the area has earned a reputation as the Midwest equivalent to Cape Cod with Lake Michigan
Green Bay and a variety of beaches surrounding the land we'd argue that door counting is every bit
as captivating as its Massachusetts counterpart having 11 lighthouses to track down your county
calls to visitors like a legion of candles on the water even the maritime museum is distinguished
with a lighthouse while the six state parks all possess an enchanting atmosphere Cave
Point County Park is the best kept secret with its Limestone Cliffs and underwater caves number nine
Leavenworth Washington a trip to Germany might be out of your price range or maybe now is not the
best time for you to leave the country in any case Leavenworth has the essence of a Timeless
Bavarian Village that makes tourists feel as if they've been transported to the high mountains of
Europe Leavenworth hosts a variety of events every season the Highlight being Oktoberfest
winter may be the most festive time to drop by as the snowfall turns the town into a regular Santa's
Village if the old-fashioned buildings covered in snow aren't enough to get you into the holiday
spirit the local Nutcracker Museum will with over 5 000 unique finds while Leavenworth transforms
into a green Paradise when the snow melts its charm persists year round number eight Esters
Park Colorado Estes Park is one of the closest cities to Rocky Mountain National Park so if you
want to explore the mountains and Alpine Lakes Esters Park is the ideal place to set up a home
base while you might come for the Rockies visitors sometimes fail to realize the numerous amenities
that the neighboring Town offers for Stephen King aficionados consider staying at the Stanley Hotel
which inspired the Overlook Hotel in The Shining if that's a bit too spooky for your taste the
ball paid in is also rich with history and natural scenery you don't necessarily need to leave town
to see the wildlife either don't be surprised to find a head of elk wandering across the street or
chowing down on some grass number seven Block Island Rhode Island America's smaller state is
full of Small Wonders that tend to slip through the cracks even if you live in Rhode Island
there's a strong possibility that Block Island has eluded you that's because it's located nine miles
off the southern coast whether you're from out of town or a Rhode Island native Block Island offers
a refreshing change of scenery the secluded island is at its peak during the summer when people take
advantage of the 17 miles of public beaches 32 miles of Scenic Trails 50 stores and Coastal
Cliffs that stretch 250 feet high there isn't a better place to be on the 4th of July when the
annual parade and fireworks take place why not hop aboard a ferry for a fairy tale vacation number
six Baxter State Park Maine while New England attracts numerous visitors over the summer season
Autumn brings its fair share of tourists looking to see the leaves change back to State Park in
particular is a foliage Paradise during the fall the shades of red yellow and orange intensify the
Park's splendorous Landscapes the literal standout Landmark would have to be Mount katadin Maine's
highest peak with an elevation of more than 5 000 feet the so-called greatest Mountain provides a
breathtaking view of the surrounding area the mountain and multicolored trees are perhaps
even more mystical when viewed from the waters reflection you're also inclined to find Wildlife
by the lakes and ponds most notably moose from the Misty sunrises to the golden Sunset every
moment here is picture perfect number five Half Moon Bay California even the most populated U.S
state has its hidden gems Heck if anything a state like California has so many iconic landmarks that
some places are bound to get overshadowed the next time that San Francisco's traffic and commotion
are proving too stressful drive down to Half Moon Bay for a relaxing weekend getaway distinguished
by its Crescent shape Half Moon Bay might not be as well known as Hunting Beach or Santa Cruz but
it's among California's best-serving destinations with Mavericks bringing the big waves for
something a little less stimulating take a boat out onto Pillar Point Harbor and catch fish until
the sun goes down if you think the Golden State lacks small town charm look no further than this
Haven's simple luxuries number four Willamette National Forest Oregon Oregon is another state
that should be at the top of everybody's dream destinations but it sometimes gets lost in the
shuffle while Oregon is sprawling with wondrous Wilderness the Willamette National Forest captures
The Great Outdoors at its most awe-inspiring covering just under 400 000 Acres the forest is
a hikers Paradise this isn't only because of the trails and mountains but the Majestic waterfalls
you'll encounter along the way although summer vacationers enjoy biking and kayaking not nearly
enough people take advantage of the holiday season when a ski resort pops up there's 555
acres to ski but the terrain is also made for tubing and snowboarding with snow decorating
the countless trees the winter wonderland is among the Pacific northwest's best kept secrets
number three Mendenhall Glacier Alaska some people might brush off a glacier is nothing special after
all we've all seen ice before once you see the Mendenhall Glacier in person you'll not only
understand why this ice giant is so grandiose but you'll regret that you didn't make the trip sooner
it's unfortunate that this 13.6 mile long mountain glacier is considered a Hidden Gem as it could
be gone before some future Generations have a chance to bask in its beauty the glacier has been
retreating for almost 100 years now with no signs of stopping the good news is that it'll take a few
more centuries for the glacier to vanish entirely since we should always be thinking about tomorrow
though we can't take wonders like Mendenhall Glacier for granted number two Valley of Fire
State Park Nevada if you're planning a road trip to Nevada you'll likely be drawn to the glitz and
glamor of Vegas before you get off at Sin City pull over to experience Nevada's natural Splendor
about 50 miles from the hotels and casinos is Valley of Fire you won't find any neon lights
but this Park lights up Nevada in a different way with the red sandstone and the sun's Reflections
creating the illusion of a world on fire some might even say that it shares a resemblance
to Mars Valley of Fire doesn't merely need to be a pit stop on your trip it can be the main
attraction as you spend the day seeking out rock formations and the night camping Under the Stars
number one Devil's Tower Wyoming we're kind of amazed that Devil's Tower meets the criteria of
a Hidden Gem I mean how can anyone Overlook its massive size and imposing shape yet when people
consider natural U.S landmarks Devil's Tower doesn't come up as often as let's say the Grand
Canyon then again when you're in America's least populated state it can be hard to stand out of
course Devil's Tower does Stand Out stretching over 1 000 feet above the belfish river into
the sky while this Butte should be on every Rock climber's bucket list its name shouldn't be taken
lightly the journey may be hellish but if you can make it to the summit you'll know what it's
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