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One of America’s largest marine preserves, Biscayne National Park in southern Florida is 95% water. Besides a few small islands and mangrove forests, its main attractions are underwater, including spectacular coral reefs and abundant marine life.

3 Extraordinary National Parks (And 1 National Preserve) Near Miami, Florida

Florida is unlike the rest of the U.S. in more than one way—that’s not exactly a secret. And that’s also very much true when it comes to national parks. While many of America’s parks protect either mountain scenery or desert landscapes, the three national parks in Florida have everything to do with water…

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15 (Surprising) Urban National Parks in the USA

More than 80% of Americans currently live in an urban area. Whether it’s a small town or huge metropolis, people gravitate more and more toward population clusters. This, combined with the increasing popularity of nature getaways and outdoor activities, makes the creation and upkeep of urban national parks even more important.

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Best USA Island National Parks for Summer Vacations

In total, there are seven national parks in the USA that lie partially or entirely on islands. All but two of them lie in a (sub)tropical region, making them without question the best national parks for summer vacations. The other two, just because of their northerly location, are also best visited in summer.

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