While it’s no secret National Parks are full of photo ops, did you know our National Forests can be just as stunning? Each National Forest is full of Instagram-worthy locations. We picked a few of our favorites that always shine thanks to their incredible setting and the adventures that await.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington
Next door to the North Cascades National Park, the towering peaks of the Northern
Cascades and the expansive Methow Valley provide countless chances for a photo
op.
Huron-Manistee National Forest, Michigan
The Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area is one of the best kept
secrets of Michigan and just a small taste of what the Huron-Manistee has to
offer.
Los Padres National Forest, California
One of the few National Forests with ocean frontage, the Los Padres National Forest provides the perfect spot to catch that beach sunset photo.
Coconino National Forest, Arizona
Headed to the Grand Canyon? Don’t miss out on the Coconino. Surrounding and to the south of Flagstaff, the Coconino features a diverse landscape of red rocks and Ponderosa pine forests to southwestern desert and alpine tundra.
Sawtooth National Forest, Idaho
Within the heart of rugged Central Idaho, the Sawtooth National Forest isn’t lacking for scenic view—take a stroll on one of its ten mountain ranges!
Ocala National Forest, Florida
Florida’s Ocala National Forest will take you through a lost
ecosystem, longleaf pine or pine scrub, and cool you down in one of the several
springs.
White River National Forest, Colorado
One of our nation’s most visited National Forests, the White
River includes eight ski resorts, 10 peaks over 14,000 feet and 2,500 miles of
trails.
Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana
South of Bozeman, Montana and part of the Greater
Yellowstone Ecosystem, the Custer Gallatin features spectacular landscapes amidst the
six mountain ranges within the Forest.
White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire
Known for its spectacular fall colors, the White Mountain
National Forest offers the perfect Appalachian escape all year round.
Sierra National Forest, California
Just south of Yosemite National Park, the Sierra National Forest is a high-alpine playground along the Western Slope of the Sierra Nevada.
Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina
Sweeping vistas, dense hardwood forests, cascading
waterfalls and more—all within this jewel of Appalachia.
Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon
Portland’s backyard National Forest stands tall along the
cascades and looks great from any angle!
Superior National Forest, Minnesota
Northern Minnesota’s Superior National Forest is a paddler’s paradise. Don’t miss the one million acres of Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness!
Lolo National Forest, Montana
Leave Missoula from almost any direction and you’ll probably find yourself in the Lolo amidst high mountain peaks, dense forest trails or along the shore of an alpine lake.
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