The 20 Most Beautiful Forests in America

The sister range to the Rockies, this popular vacation destination is home to over 1,000 miles of hiking trails, campgrounds, lodges, stunning lakes, and picnic areas. It's also one of the one of the oldest government-protected forests in the country.

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This vibrant land spans over 600,000 acres, and is a destination for biking, camping, hunting, water sports and horse riding. There, you'll find fifteen recreation zones, including Watauga Lake and Big Frog Mountain.

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Established in 1908, Chippewa is a go-to getaway for an array of water activities, including water skiing, canoeing and fishing. There's also over 20 campgrounds, perfect for relaxing when you're not enjoying the water.

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Puerto Rico residents and visitors get the best of both worlds, with the city of San Juan being just a 30-minute drive from the gorgeous greenery of El Yunque. The only tropical rain forest in the national forest system, El Yunque also has refreshing mountain pools and scenic driveways, and is inhabited with unique trees, orchids and birds.

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With over an incredible 1.8 million acres of land, the forest has "more than you can see in a lifetime," said a tourist on TripAdvisor. The diverse landscape contains deserts, pine forests, campgrounds, luscious lakes and more.

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Another massive landscape, the 1.6 million acre forest has five wilderness areas (Diamond Peak, Mt. Jefferson, Three Sisters, Mt. Washington, and Mt. Thielsen), a national volcanic monument, and Mt. Bachelor, a popular skiing destination.

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The largest national forest in the state, Dixie takes up about two million acres of land. Whether you love to hike, ski, or mountain bike, you'll find something amazing to experience in Dixie.

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In Fishlake Forest, you'll find over 1.4 million acres of paradise. With recreational opportunities ranging from snowmobiling to horseback riding, a visit to Fishlake is definitely one for the bucket list.

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Tucked away in southern Sierra Nevadas, Sequoia Park spans over 400,000 acres and is home to some of the biggest trees in the world. In fact, the world's largest tree, by volume, is found there.

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Regardless of which season you visit, Green Mountain offers the best of nature's beauty. From being a snowy playground in the winter to a rustic foliage haven in the fall, this forest offers a stunning scenic experience at every turn.

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Located in the eastern region of West Virginia, Monongahela offers an unforgettable visit. This is "one of your best bets for day hiking, camping, backpacking, and general recreation in the Mid-Atlantic," said one reviewer on TripAdvisor.

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White Mountain Forest is one of New Hampshire's most prized resources, and it's easy to see why. With over 1,000 miles of trails, it's a hiker's dream, plus one-of-a-kind views make this forest memorable to drive through.

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Established in 1893, Sierra National Forest spans over 1.3 million acres. As one of the most popular national forests in the country, there are over 50 campgrounds and almost 400 lakes.

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By far the most gorgeous view in this state park is its namesake waterfall, which has been called "one of the most outstanding natural attractions of the Northeast."

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Spanning over 2 million acres, the recreational opportunities inside this national treasure are virtually unlimited.

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Bordering Canada on the north, this beauty is found in the far northwest region of Montana. It's over 2 millions acres, and outdoor enthusiasts will find a variety of relaxing things to do here, from kicking back on a beach to ice fishing.

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Gifford Pinchot is over 1.3 million acres and is robust with waterfalls, river valleys, and mountains. One of its most well-known attractions is the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.

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Whether you're there to picnic or bike ride, the exceptional beauty of this forest's sprawling landscapes is not to be missed.

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With over half a million acres, this park draws over nine millions visitors a year, making it the busiest and most visited park in the country.

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Out of the forest's 3.9 million acres, about a half a million of them are water. Lakes, rivers, and streams make this forest perfect for canoeing, fishing and more.

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