North America Landscape + Nature pictures

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The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

A popular base for exploring the scenic Olympic Peninsula, this small town is also famous as the setting of the popular Twilight book series.

The big skies welcome visitors for year-round outdoor activities: spring rafting, summer camping, fall hiking and winter skiing.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

In a city associated with stars, it is perhaps appropriate that this observatory is one of LA’s most popular attractions, with a focus on our fascinating universe.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

Make it to the “hump” of Phoenix’s highest point for amazing views across the Valley of the Sun.

Discover shipwrecks, tour old lighthouses, learn about local marine life and spend a day on the beach when you visit Oregon\'s long and diverse coastline.

Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

In a city associated with stars, it is perhaps appropriate that this observatory is one of LA’s most popular attractions, with a focus on our fascinating universe.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

This picturesque Tennessee town bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers acres of wilderness, breathtaking scenery and lots of adventure activities.