North America Animal, Castles & palaces, Island & reefs, People + Waterfall pictures

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One of the most celebrated national parks in the world and a popular honeymoon destination, the largest waterfalls in North America know how to draw a crowd. 

Explore the prehistoric lakes, lily-speckled waterways and dense jungles of a landscape known to the Creek Indians as the Land of the Trembling Earth.

Walk amid some of the finest redwood scenery on the planet and then visit a waterfall via this natural path. 

Explore a coastline of snaking rivers, sandy barrier islands and rich marshland. Discover this region’s African-American heritage and historic towns.

Hawaii’s “Magic Isle” is known for its terrific beaches, blue water, abundant marine life, the volcanic Haleakalā National Park, quaint towns and scenic drives.

Check out Nebraska’s capital city, its oldest town and its largest city, as well as a landscape entwined with the Lewis and Clarke story in the state’s eastern region.

Hear the roar of cracking ice on a boat tour around glaciers and find beaches and mountain forests in the state parks of this vast region.

Much of the nation’s produce comes from the fertile valleys in this area bordered by the Sierras and the Pacific Crest Trail.

Get your camera ready for the panoramic vistas from atop the Black Mountains, widely considered some of the best views in Death Valley National Park.

A commemoration to those who fought during World War I, this memorial site includes a museum with one of the largest collections of artifacts from the Great War.

Flavor and fragrance is everywhere in this part of Florida, from the Latin spice of Miami, to the Margaritaville vibes of Key West, to the eucalyptus-scented Everglades.

The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

Check out Nebraska’s capital city, its oldest town and its largest city, as well as a landscape entwined with the Lewis and Clarke story in the state’s eastern region.

From sharks and stingrays, to penguins and octopus, get close to a colorful collection of tropical sea creatures at this walk-through aquarium.

Experience the otherworldly landscapes of this sandy beach and wander between the skeletons of gnarled trees and sun-bleached branches.

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

A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.

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

Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip. 

With charm and a beautiful shoreline, this Maui town is filled with fun and unusual attractions worth a daytrip or a lengthy stay.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.