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Cradled in the rugged terrain of northern Idaho, Coeur d’Alene National Forest is a hidden gem where granite ridgelines carve dramatic silhouettes against the sky and the namesake lake sparkles like a sapphire nestled in a sea of pine. It’s a place where geography tells a story—of ancient glaciers, volcanic upheaval, and the enduring power of water and wind to shape the land. As summer wanes and autumn settles in, Coeur d’Alene transforms into a mosaic of shifting light and fiery color. Stands of quaking aspens flare gold among the darker greens of fir and spruce, while vine maples blush...

Nestled in the heart of Idaho, Sawtooth National Forest is a land of rugged beauty, where jagged peaks rise sharply against the sky and pristine alpine lakes mirror the grandeur of their surroundings. This untamed wilderness offers a retreat into nature’s raw magnificence, inviting adventurers and solitude seekers alike. As summer fades, Sawtooth transforms into a breathtaking autumn wonderland. Golden aspens and fiery red maples ignite the valleys, contrasting beautifully with the evergreens and the sharp, craggy peaks above. Hiking through the forest in the fall feels like stepping into a living painting, where each gust of wind sends cascades...

Tucked away on the rugged California coast, Point Reyes National Seashore is a breathtaking escape where land meets sea in a dramatic display of nature. With its rolling coastal hills, windswept cliffs, and miles of unspoiled shoreline, this protected land offers a sanctuary for both wildlife and visitors alike. The magic of Point Reyes is amplified by the coastal fog that rolls in from the Pacific, shrouding the landscape in a misty veil. Hiking through this fog feels like stepping into a fairy tale, where towering cypress trees loom like enchanted sentinels and hidden meadows emerge like secret worlds. Wildlife...

Tucked away in the Tularosa basin, these dazzling White Sand dunes take the title of the largest gypsum sand dunefield in the world. The dunes cover 275 square  miles and are all protected by the National Park service! The sand itself was left behind by the Permian Sea millions of years ago.  Steady and strong southwest winds keep the sand moving and piling up year over year. This constant movement gives the sand it's wavy appearance (as pictured above). Vegetation peaks through the dunes to provide both food and shelter for the park's wildlife. Thanks to this vegetation, there is...

In southern Arizona, tucked into the dry desert, you'll find Saguaro National Park. The park is named after the largest cacti species in the world: the saguaro. In the park, these cacti tower over the desert floor in thousands. These cacti can grow up to 70 feet tall and live up to 200 years. However, on average, they grow to around 40 feet. Saguaros grow very slowly and will only grow 1-2" in their first 8 years of life. Their branches tend to appear at 50-70 years old.  The park itself is split into 2 districts. The west side has a denser population of Saguaros...