5 state parks that feel like national parks

These parks offer comparable beauty and majesty.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 26, 2025 With popular destinations like Yellowstone and Zion hit hard by National Park Service staffing cuts, state parks offer beauty and majesty with far less uncertainty. Ezra Shaw/Getty Images Here are five state parks that feel like national parks. → MORE ON TRAVEL Learning to love Cézanne in his picture-perfect hometown. → Here are eight places to get a taste of teamLab's immersive art. → Yes, you can travel without a phone. Here are some steps to start. → Sign up for the Travel Dispatch newsletter. Essential news on the changing travel landscape, expert tips and inspiration for your future trips. Get it in your inbox If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018