10 Amazing Places in the US to Visit This Spring
Spring is here! Well....somewhere. It is cold and rainy here in Kansas right now, but
hey what better time to get out of here and go on a vacation! In this article I am
sharing 10 places I think are perfect options for any spring trips you want to go on
so scroll on down to read more!
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Death Valley National Park, California
I came into Death Valley last year not expecting much from this park.
However, I ended up being absolutely blown away by its otherworldly
beauty and now I cannot wait to go back and explore some more. Of course
one widely known thing about Death Valley is just how hot it can get in this park
which is why I have it in my list for best places to visit in the spring. I was in
Death Valley in April and while the high for the day was around 99 degrees F that
is nothing compared to what it can reach in the summer. You can read more
about my visit to Death Valley here!
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Moab, Utah
I have been to many places in my 26 years, but my favorite still remains Moab.
It is my home away from home and I have yet to have a single negative experience
there. Now while I would visit Moab any time of year I personally think spring is the
best time. In the summer months it gets brutally hot and in winter you typically have
a TON of snow that comes in from the close La Sal mountains. However, in the spring
the weather is absolutely perfect for any outdoor adventures you want to do which
could range from white water rafting on the Colorado river, canyoneering, ziplining, 4x4
tours, or even a stop at the close by Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Moab is
an adventurer’s dream and a definite must visit.
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Sedona, Arizona
There is soooo much hiking to do in and around Sedona that makes
spring with its mild weather the absolute perfect time to visit this magical place.
Read all about my visit to Sedona here.
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Big Sur, California
A highlight of Big Sur in the spring is not only the weather, but also the beautiful
fields of wildflowers. Unfortunately, when I visited Big Sur it was in January so still
cold and flowerless, but I have seen so many pictures of the blooms and that is why
I added Big Sur to this list. You can read more about my visit to Big Sur here.
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Joshua Tree National Park, California
I knew before I even made it out to this park I was going to love it and man
did it just exceed every already high expectation I had. This park is magnificent
and visiting in the spring before the sun’s rays try to cook you alive while
you are out hiking the shade less trails is a great plan. You can read more on
Joshua Tree and how I spent my time there using this link!
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Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
While I am sure this is a beautiful park to visit in the winter (it’s a beautiful park any
time of year) I am not a fan of the cold so I would much rather see this
place in the spring/summer months. Plus in the spring this is another amazing place
to see some beautiful wildflowers, hang out by and on the lake, see the
wildlife start to make their way out of hibernation, and avoid the crowds! I loved my short
time spent at Grand Teton and I wouldn’t mind making a trip back to explore
some more! You can read about my Grand Teton adventure here.
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Santa Fe, New Mexico
If you are an art lover Santa Fe needs to be on your list no matter what
time of year, but especially in the spring when they have one of the largest
and liveliest art scenes in the whole country. I personally am not a huge art person, however
walking down Canyon Road in Santa Fe was an experience I won't forget. It was
absolutely incredible seeing the pieces local artists had created with things ranging
from paintings to sculptures. In addition to the art scene you can also visit the New
Mexico state capital building and see some really beautiful churches, missions, and
chapels including the Loretta Chapel with its infamous miracle staircase.
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Savannah, Georgia
I think my favorite place I visited in the south would be Savannah, Georgia. I
loved the atmosphere, the trees (Y'all know I am a sucker for trees!), the food, and
of course the spooky stuff. I cannot wait to go back!
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San Francisco, California
I have to say…San Francisco surprised me. I never really thought I would find
a city as big as it to be as much fun as I did (I’m a wide open spaces country girl), but
looking back on my time now I know I would return in a heartbeat. (Probably helped
that I visited with 3 of my besties! Ladies we NEED another girls trip ASAP!) Not only
is there a ton of stuff to do, but there is a ton of outdoor stuff too which really was
the big shocker. Walk around the hilly streets, burning that booty, like Anne
Hathaway in The PrincessDiaries this spring. (You can read more about our California girls trip here.)
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Ah Nawlins. There is certainly not another place like you. I have never actually
been to New Orleans in the spring (it was Christmastime when I went), but I knew it
had to be on this list of top spring destinations for two reasons: Mardi Gras and low
humidity. Lol I think it would be so much fun to experience New Orleans during Mardi Gras
and I can tell you right now that walking up and down Bourbon street would be a lot more
enjoyable in the spring when the muggy summer sun isn’t around yet. You can read about
my visit to New Orleans here.
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Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Most people (including myself) think mainly of the gorgeous fall foliage
you can see at Shenandoah. However, I am here to tell you that this national
park is also one of the best places to visit in the spring with over 850 different
species of wildflowers. They even have a wildflower weekend in May where
you can go on guided hikes to the best wildflower spots in the park. Plus Shenandoah
is quite close to the town of Charlottesville where they have an insanely good food and drink scene.
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Saguaro National Park, Arizona
If you are a cactus lover like me visiting Saguaro in the spring (especially
towards the end of April and into May) is the perfect idea. It is during this time of
year where you can catch the peak blossoming period for the cacti in
this gorgeous park (while also avoiding the overwhelmingly hot desert sun). You
can read about my visit to this amazing national park here.
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