11 Places in America You Won’t Believe Are Real
America is a land of natural wonders, surreal landscapes, and human made marvels that defy the imagination. You might know the Grand Canyon or Yellowstone, but there are places all over the country that look like they belong on another planet. There are some hidden gems within America’s borders which would surprise even the most experienced travelers.
Let’s take a look at some jaw dropping destinations you might not believe exist unless you see them with your own eyes.
Antelope Canyon, Arizona
There’s nothing quite like walking through Antelope Canyon. It is like stepping into a living watercolor painting. Carved over millennia by rushing water, swirling sandstone walls lit by rays of the sun that seem almost heavenly, illuminate the inside of this slot canyon. It’s a photographer’s paradise and a favorite of Instagram travelers, located near Page, Arizona. Visit mid morning when the light gives it an ethereal glow.
Devil’s Kettle, Minnesota
There’s a waterfall on the North Shore of Lake Superior with a head-scratching mystery. Half of the water falls into a deep hole at Devil’s Kettle and vanishes. No one knows where it goes, and scientists have tried dye tests and other methods to figure it out to no avail. It is a true wonder of nature.
Fly Geyser, Nevada
Fly Geyser, in the remote Nevada desert, looks like a science experiment that went wonderfully wrong. This technicolor geothermal marvel wasn’t created naturally, but rather from a well-drilling mishap in the 1960s. Today, thanks to mineral deposits and algae, it’s a vibrant red and green.
Hamilton Pool, Texas
Hamilton Pool, a natural swimming hole, is just outside Austin, and feels like an oasis from another era. It’s a great place to cool off on a hot Texas day, surrounded by a limestone grotto with a cascading waterfall. Since the 1960’s, this idyllic location has been drawing visitors, and it’s easy to see why.
The Wave, Arizona
The Wave in Arizona is your ticket to experiencing a Mars-like landscape. This sandstone formation is located in the Coyote Buttes North area and has undulating waves of fiery red, orange hues. It’s so restricted that you’ll need a bit of luck to get a permit to access it.
Thor’s Well, Oregon
Thor’s Well is mesmerizing, but you wouldn’t want to tempt fate by messing with it. Along Oregon’s rugged coast, this ‘drainpipe of the Pacific’ is a natural sinkhole. High tide is the best time to visit when water gushes in and out like a giant, watery heartbeat—but stay away from the waves, which can be unpredictable.
Great Sand Dunes, Colorado
In the middle of Colorado, towering sand dunes, some as high as 750 feet stand against the backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, forming a beautiful contrast of sand and snow capped peaks. This is a favorite spot for sandboarding, star gazing, and appreciating nature’s oddities.
The Blue Pond, Alaska
The Blue pond in Alaska is small, fluorescent, and strikingly blue. This Enchanting wonder rests in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest. The minerals dissolved in the water are responsible for its otherworldly glow and It is surrounded by lush greenery; a hidden gem for hikers determined to get off the beaten path.
Mono Lake, California
California’s Mono Lake is one of the oldest in North America, it is the home to bizarre limestone formations called tufa towers. They rise from the water like eerie stone spires, offering the lake an otherworldly feel. The alkaline waters also support rare natural phenomena – trillions of brine shrimp and migratory birds.
New Mexico – White Sands National Park
Picture a white desert of endless dunes as far as the eye can see. The world’s largest gypsum dune field is located in White Sands National Park. When you’re barefoot, and especially during at night, when the moon is full, walking across smooth, cool, soft sand is a surreal experience.
Rainbow Springs, Florida
Rainbow Springs isn’t famous for its beaches. Surrounded by lush gardens and ancient oak draped with Spanish moss, this crystal clear spring is the attraction. A paradise for swimmers, kayakers, and anyone after a slice of serenity.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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But first, what is a photo safari? The phrase “photo safari” is not a common sentence structure but its meaning can be deduced easily. An African photo safari in general context means going on an adventure with the sole purpose of taking high-quality pictures.
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