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311 places in United States

• What to see and do at Diamond Head, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Diamond Head is a volcanic cone on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, that is known to Hawaiians as Leahi. It was formed about 400,000 to 500,000 years ago by a single explosive eruption. It is a popular destination for hiking, as it offers stunning views of Waikiki, the coastline and the ocean. Diamond Head is also designated as  a U.S. National Natural Monument and a State Monument.
• What to see and do at Glacier Bay, AlaskaVisited May 2019Glacier Bay is a fjord located in southeastern Alaska and is a popular destination for tourists who are interested in exploring the stunning natural scenery of the area. Glacier Bay was first proclaimed a U.S. National Monument on February 25, 1925. It later was enlarged and designated as the Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Covering 24 million acres, it is now the the largest UNESCO protected biosphere in the world.
• What to see and do at Hanamaulu Bay, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hanamaulu Bay was the filming location for the 1960's movie, Blue Hawaii, which starred Elvis Pressley. It is located just north of Lihue Airport on Kauai's east shore.  The Ahukini Recreational Pier located here gives you a scenic view of Hanamaulu Bay.
• What to see and do at Hanauma Bay, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hanauma Bay is a beautiful and popular snorkeling spot in Hawaii, located on the southeast coast of Oahu. It is a marine life conservation area and a nature preserve, formed within a volcanic cone. The bay is filled with hundreds of species of fish, coral, and other aquatic creatures.
• What to see and do at Hikinaakala Heiau, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023The Hikinaakala Heiau temple is located in the  Lydgate Beach Park. Hikinaakala means rising of the sun, and heiau translates into temple in the Hawaiian language.  It is estimated that this temple was constructed in the 13th century. The only remnants  that remain of the original structure are the stone walls which are 6 ft. high and 11 ft. wide. The entire site sits on an acre of land near the mouth of the Wailua River.
• What to see and do at Hookipa Beach, Maui, HawaiiVisited December 2023Hookipa beach is on the north shore of Maui in Hawaii.  It is considered the most renowned windsurfing site in the world.  The beach is also a popular spot for surfing and viewing sea turtles which rest on the beach during the day.
• What to see and do at Hoover Dam, Arizona and NevadaVisited December 2015Hoover Dam is a concrete arch dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between the Nevada and Arizona. It was constructed between 1931 and 1936 during the Great Depression.  It creates Lake Mead which is the largest reservoir by volume in the United States. Hoover Dam is a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can take tours of the dam, including the power plant and visitor center.
• What to see and do at Kauai Coffee, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023With 4 million coffee trees grown on 3,100 acres, the Kauai Coffee Estate is the largest coffee farm in the United States. It is located on the southern coast of the island of Kauai in Hawaii. Kauai Coffee began in the early 1800s as McBryde Sugar Company which was one of the first sugar farmers in Hawaii.
• What to see and do at Kealakekua Bay, Kona, Big Island, HawaiiVisited December 2023Kealakekua Bay is located on the west coast of the island of Hawaii about 12 miles south of Kailua-Kona.  The surrounding area contains many  historical sites. It also includes the place where Captain Cook, the first documented European to reach the Hawaiian islands was killed. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places listings on the island of Hawaii in 1973. The bay is a popular place for kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
• What to see and do at KeAnae Point, Maui, HawaiiVisited December 2023The Keanae is a half-mile long peninsula of newer lava sticking out from the cliff line of the Hana Highway. On April 1, 1946 the area was almost completely destroyed by a tsunami with 35′ waves. The only building left standing was the 1856 church.
• What to see and do at Koko Crater, Oahu. HawaiiVisited December 2023Koko Crater is also known as Kohelepelepe or Puu Mai. It is an extinct volcano on the island of Oahu, Hawaii and is part of the Honolulu Volcanics, a series of volcanic eruptions that occurred on Oahu about 7,000 years ago. Koko Crater is the tallest and most preserved cone in the area, with an elevation of 1,208 feet above sea level.
• What to see and do at Kona Chips, Kona, Big Island, HawaiiVisited December 2023Kona Chips are a type of kettle-cooked potato chips that are handmade daily in Kona, Hawaii . They are made from potatoes and are known for their extra crispness. Kona Chips come in several flavors which include classic and furikake. The company has been around for over 80 years.
• What to see and do at Kona Chocolate, Kona, Big Island, HawaiiVisited December 2023Kona chocolate is a type of chocolate made from cocoa beans grown in the volcanic soil of the Big Island of Hawaii. It has gained recognition from the international food community due to its distinct aroma, smooth texture and intense flavor.
• What to see and do at Kona Coffee, Kona, Big Island, HawaiiVisited December 2023Kona coffee is the market name for Coffea arabica coffee which is grown on the slopes of Hualalai and Mauna Loa in the Kona region of the Big Island of Hawaii. The Kona Coffee Belt is located on the slopes of the Hualalai and Mauna Loa volcanoes, ranging from 500 to 3200 feet above sea level .It is one of the most expensive coffees in the world. Only coffee grown in the Kona Coffee Belt can be labeled as Kona coffee.  In 1899, the world coffee market crash and this caused plantation owners to
• What to see and do at Laie Point, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Laie Point is a scenic spot on Oahu’s northeastern shore that offers stunning views of an arch on Kukuihoolua island,  the ocean, the cliffs, and the volcanic rock formations. It is also a place of cultural significance, as it is linked to the legend of the goddess Hiiaka and the monster Kuiniolo.
• What to see and do at Lake Tahoe, California and NevadaVisited October 2023Lake Tahoe is located on the border of California and Nevada. It is the largest alpine lake in North America and is  known for its clear blue waters and the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains that surround the lake. The lake is 22 miles long and 12 miles wide, with a  depth of 1,645 feet.. While the majority of the lake's shoreline is in California, the southern part of the shoreline extends into Nevada. The Lake Tahoe Scenic Drive and the Tahoe Rim Trail are popular ways to exploring the region.
• What to see and do at Luray Caverns, VirginiaVisited December 2015Luray Caverns is a popular tourist attraction located in Luray, Virginia. It is a cave system that is known for its spectacular natural beauty and unique geological formations. Luray Caverns were discovered in 1868 and are the largest caverns the in the eastern United States.
• What to see and do at Makapuu Point, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Makapuu Point is the easternmost point on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. It is a popular hiking spot that offers stunning views of the coastline, the ocean, Makapuu Beach, and the historic Makapuu Point Lighthouse. Makapuu Point is also a great place to see migrating humpback whales from November to May.
• What to see and do at Mount Mitchell, North CarolinaVisited October 2017Mount Mitchell is the highest peak in eastern North America, with an elevation of 6,684 feet. It is located in North Carolina in the Black Mountain range about 35 miles northeast of Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
• What to see and do at Mount Rainier, WashingtonVisited July 2010Mount Rainier is an active stratovolcano located in the Cascade Range of western Washington state, United States. It is the highest mountain in Washington and the Cascade Range, standing at 14,410 feet tall. The mountain is also the most glaciated peak in the contiguous United States, with 26 major glaciers and numerous smaller ones.
• What to see and do at Nauuanu Pali, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Nauuanu Pali pass is located on the island of Oahu in the state of  Hawaii. It is a section of the windward cliff of the Koolau mountain located at the head of Nuuanu Valley.
• What to see and do at Opaekaa Falls, Kauai, HawaiiVisited December 2023Opaekaa Falls is located on the island of Kauai in Hawaii. It is a 151 foot high waterfall located on the right side of Kuamoo Road about two miles from Wailua. The word, Opaekaa,  means rolling shrimp in Hawaiian.  The shrimp were once abundant in the Opaekaa stream which flows over the falls and into the Wailua River. Across the road from Opaekaa Falls is a lookout over the Wailua River valley.
• What to see and do at Pearl Harbor, Oahu, HawaiiVisited December 2023Pearl Harbor is a U.S. naval base near Honolulu, Hawaii, that was the scene of a devastating surprise attack by Japanese forces on December 7, 1941. The attack killed more than 2,400 Americans and prompted the United States to enter World War II against Japan and its allies.
• What to see and do at Red Rock Canyon, NevadaVisited December 2015Red Rock Canyon is located 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip.  It is part of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area which covers over 195,000 acres of land within the Mojave Desert. The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area includes a one-way 13-mile scenic drive. The conservation area includes large red rock formations with sandstone peaks and walls called the Keystone Thrust. The walls are up to 3,000 feet high, making them a popular hiking and rock climbing destination.