More than 270 miles long, 18 miles wide, and a mile deep, this vast canyon is known throughout the world for its size and beauty.
The scenery looks (literally) out of this world. In summer take plenty water and sun protection. Zabriskie Point, Badwater, Artists Palette and Ubehebe Crater are places not to miss.
Yosemite is one of the largest and least fragmented habitat blocks in the Sierra Nevada. In 1855, entrepreneur James Mason Hutchings & artist Thomas Ayres were the first to tour the area.
The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1937, & has become an internationally recognized symbol of San Francisco and CA.
Walk through Fern Canyon among species of ferns that can be traced back 325 million years ago! Be prepared for the unexpected with this free emergency guide app. Read more.
This PDX favorite serves up doughnuts with names like "Dirt" and "Cock-n-Balls" (double cream filled) as well as a bacon-topped doughnut and several vegan specialties. - IFC Staff
Go for the geological wonders, stay for the amazing wildlife and wilderness experience. But stay on the trail and don't tease the Moose!
Waiting for the next eruption? Go to the bar at the Old Faithful Inn and enjoy a frosty pint of Moose Drool while you wait.
US's first monument its an absolute beauty and pictures don't do justice. Mystifying and beautiful at the same time. Try a walk at dusk. Really spooky
The twisting, winding road up to the monument is a posted 25mph - and is strictly enforced - but ends with one of the country's greatest vistas.
Don't make any "this place is so corny!" jokes with the locals. They already want to stab you with an ear of corn.
