Summertime is almost in full swing, and we’re willing to bet you’re planning some scenic adventures for the next several months. With countless quintessential landscapes scattered across the country, how will you ever decide on an itinerary of action to see them all? Good news, Airstream’s got you covered! We’ve come up with ten of what we think is a geographical spread of some of the most stunning views out there. Wanderlust, commence.
Everglades National Park, Florida
As the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, Everglades National Park in southern Florida is unique in that unlike many other national parks established to protect majestic scenery, the massive watershed was established to preserve the ecosystem for wildlife habitat. The Everglades spans across 1.5 million acres and provides a multitude of activities for visitors to enjoy from hiking, canoeing and biking, camping, and tram and boat tours.
White Sands National Monument, New Mexico
Located in the Tularosa Basin in New Mexico, the White Sands National Monument is like no place else on Earth. Literally— it is the world’s largest gypsum dune field. Glistening waves and mounds of white sand dunes composed of gypsum crystals stretch for 275 square miles in the desert. Sledding on dunes of crystals in the middle of the summer to watch the sunset? Yes, please.
Niagara Falls, New York
America’s oldest state park, a North American natural wonder — call it what you want, but words cannot convey the majesty of Niagara Falls. See for yourself as million of gallons of water flow from the falls every minute. Situated between the cities of Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls, Ontario, the park is the beautiful meeting point of three massive waterfalls.
Yosemite National Park, California
Home to pristine waterfalls and streams, ancient sequoia groves of Redwood trees, granite cliffs, grand valleys and meadows, Yosemite is beautiful to visit at any and every time of the year! Sites you won’t want to miss in Yosemite: the famed Half Dome, Mariposa Grove and El Capitan at sunrise, sunset, or really any time of day.
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
310,000 acres, 40 miles of mountain peaks, 10 miles south of Yellowstone National Park and adjacent to Jackson Hole’s valleys with rivers and streams throughout— you can almost picture it. Think about kayaking or rafting on Snake River, visit the Cathedral Group Turnout on Jenny Lake Scenic Drive, hike and explore more than 200 miles of trails, or just sit and enjoy the serenity of remarkable Wyoming.
Pacific Coast Highway, California
Most likely the most scenic drive in the world, State Route 1, more commonly known as Pacific Coast Highway, proves that California has more to boast about than celebrities and Hollywood. The highway snakes along the coast for more than 600 miles with unbelievable scenery and coastline colors— you won’t be able to get enough of those ocean sunsets.
Coastline of Maine
With even more coastline than California, touring the coast of Maine is an extraordinarily scenic journey. On your way to the cosmopolitan city of Portland, be sure to stop in Cape Elizabeth for a view of America’s first lighthouse, Portland Headlight.
Arches National Park, Utah
Known for its 2,000 natural sandstone arches and rock formations, Grand Arches National Park has grand panoramic views that last for days. Traverse the 40-mile scenic drive for a sunset so magical that you won’t want to leave. Measuring 306 feet, Landscape Arch is the second longest-span in the world and Delicate Arch is world famous— just a few of the many sights here you will not forget.
Glacier National Park, Montana
Why wouldn’t you want to visit somewhere nicknamed the “Crown of the Continent?” Now imagine yourself surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges formed by enormous glaciers from the last ice age more than 12,000 years ago. Yep, you’re going.
San Miguel County, Colorado
Iconic views in Colorado are hard to narrow down, but you won’t be disappointed by our final choice. Along the 90 miles of the San Miguel River, San Miguel County is a combination of colorful history and scenic beauty— literally, the scenic and colorful beauty of Telluride and Bridal Veil Falls will stop you in your tracks!
We hope you enjoyed daydreaming about future Live Riveted adventures! Do you have an breathtaking view that you love to visit? Be sure to share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!
