Ellison Bluff State Natural Area in Ellison Bay, Wisconsin is a limestone capped Niagara escarpment extending from New York into Wisconsin and forming the Door Peninsula. This densely wooded two tiered rock terrace offers spectacular views from the bluff tops and there are birds, rare snail species and other wildlife, the area was declared a State Natural Area in 2002. Ellison Bluff State Natural Area is owned by Door County, and there are hiking trails that provide access to the natural area.READ MORE

Newport State Park in Ellison Bay is the only formerly designated wilderness park in Wisconsin, USA and with over 2,373 acres and 11 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline is perfect for hiking and exploring. There are evergreen and hardwood forests, wetlands and upland meadows, and the park has hike-in backpack campsites, and all supplies must be carried in and out. Newport State Park is open year round, and has wonderful hiking and biking trails, and there is a picnic area on Newport Bay, you can also bring your own small watercraft and flotation devices, but there is no boat launch at the park, fishing is also allowed and in winter it's perfect for cross country skiing.READ MORE

Bottle Beach State Park in Aberdeen, Washington, USA plays host to more than a million migratory shorebirds and sea birds, and the more than 130 bird species including raptors visit and stop. There's a boardwalk and trail that leads past Redman Slough to the beach head viewing shulter for breathtaking views as well as mud flats, remnants of an old dock built in 1890, and the park sits on the tide flats of Southern Grays Harbor. Bottle Beach State Park is a day use park over 75 acres, and with birdlife, wildlife and hiking trails is a fascinating and wonderful place to visit.READ MORE

Griffiths-Priday Ocean State Park in Ocean Shores, Washington, USA is a 364-acre marine park with a vast saltwater and freshwater shoreline, and it extends from the beach through low dunes to the river and river mouth bordering the National Marine Sanctuary and the Copalis Split natural area, a designated wildlife refuge. There are hiking trails and restroom, day use facilities for picnics and accommodations with one kitchen shelter, there's also a playfield and parking. Griffiths-Priday Ocean State Park is a wonderful place to visit for beach exploration, mountain biking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, clamming, fresh and saltwater fishing, and a boardwalk connects the dunes with the beach.READ MORE

Ocean City State Park in Ocean Shores, Washington, USA is a year round camping park over 170 acres, with the ocean, beach and dunes to explore. There are 149 standard campsites and 29 full utility campsites with water, electricity and sewer services, and there's firewood and ice for sale, plus groups are welcome. Ocean City State Park is great for freshwater fishing, clamming and diving, and you can bring your personal watercraft, there are also migratory birds and wildlife viewing is an excellent past time, they have picnic tables and parking and an amphitheatre, there's also and interpretive center near the marina, come for a wonderful adventure.READ MORE

The Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park in Dania Beach, Florida, USA is perfect for a day at the beach with an incredible amount of recreational activities, and ideal for family picnics, a visit here will keep the everyone busy the whole day, and it's a great scuba diving destination with one of the most interesting shore dives in the area. There are two boat ramps with easy access to the ocean through the Port Everglades inlet, and it's great for surf fishing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, cycling, hiking through nature trails, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, swimming and much more. The Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park has a picnic pavilion and wheelchair accessible amenities, and fishing cab be done from the jetty, it's also perfect for dream weddings overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, where friendly staff go out of their way to ensure the most memorable day of your life is truly special, contact the park office today.READ MORE

Arthurs Seat State Park at Arthurs Seat rises above the Mornington Peninsula of Victoria, Australia with a 314 metre summit which can be reached by road or on foot. Commanding spectacular views over the bay and Port Phillip Heads and as far as the city skyline on a clear day, this hill and locality on the Mornington Peninsula is the most familiar of all Port Phillip Bay landscape features. Arthurs Seat State Park offers a wonderful network of walking and mountain biking tracks, and there are picnic facilities, the Seawinds Garden within the state park is the perfect venue for your wedding ceremony and wedding photography with spectacular backdrops. Seawinds Garden also features indigenous and exotic formal gardens, along with sculptures by William Ricketts.READ MORE

Hammocks Beach State Park in Swansboro, North Carolina, USA has incredible trails and activities, and they offer intrepretive programs and exhibits teaching about park ecology and wildlife including the nesting shorebirds and endangered sea turtles. Come explore Beach Island or Huggins Island, bring your kayaks, canoes or paddleboards or rent one, there's also a full service visitor center which is the launch site for the passenger ferry service that will bring you, or you could paddle out. Hammocks Beach State Park also has primitive campsites near the beach and inlet, and they can accommodate two tents each, ideal for up to 6 people, travel light and simple as they say, because you must carry all provisions from the beach or ferry dock. Come for a wonderful visit, and educational journey, explore paddling trails leading to marshes, they unspoiled maritime forest and more, it's a beautiful and memorable park.READ MORE

Point Beach State Forest in Two Rivers, Wisconsin is open year round and features 3,000 acres of land with six miles of sandy beach right on the shores of Lake Michigan. There are 127 family campsites, 70 of them with electricity and two cabins for large groups, and in summer they have grocery items, camp supplies, ice, food and refreshments in the lodge building at the North end of the campground. Point Beach State Forest has many beautiful trails to explore including bicycle and scenic trails, the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and even a snowmobile connector trail. Rawley Point Lighthouse is a major feature of the forest, and activities here include hiking, biking, swimming, boating, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, hunting, trapping and winter activities and pets are allowed on a leash, they are open year round for your enjoyment, and there are picnic areas and playgrounds.READ MORE

Belmont Wetlands State Park in Belmont, New South Wales, is a state park that is run by volunteers who are committed restoring the environment and working with the community to improve recreation and community access. The mission of these enthusiastic volunteers is to ensure that the state park remains a safe and beautiful park for the benefit of the public. Set on 240 hectares of wetlands, Belmont Wetlands State Park is home to numerous bird species and features three bird hides. This unique and interesting state park offers many varied walks and mountain bike trails. There are very basic camping areas with no facilities, and well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. READ MORE