Alabama: Magnolia Springs: Dating to the late 1700s, the town is named for its natural assets: gushing springs and a shady canopy of magnolia trees
Arizona: Grand Canyon National Park: Within this natural wonder of the world, Havasu Falls contrasts the red rock with its seemingly impossibly turquoise water
Arkansas: Ozark National Forest: Dominating northwestern Arkansas, Ozark National Forest is an all-season haven rich in things to do
California: Yosemite National Park: The alpine wonderland draws millions of annual visitors to see its high-country Sierra Nevada beauty
Colorado: Garden of the Gods: Aim to visit the lofty sandstone formations on a weekday morning to avoid the crowds
Connecticut: Connecticut Shore: Strung along the Long Island Sound, the small towns combine quiet coastal beauty
Florida: Everglades National Park: this watery 1.5 million-acre wilderness is home to extraordinary flora and fauna
Georgia: Cumberland Island: It's hard to imagine a place better suited to peace seekers, bird-watchers, and even history fans than car-free Cumberland Island
Hawaii: Napali Coast: This is considered one of the world's most dangerous treks