Wallace Falls State Park, Washington

Jawdropping isn’t expressive enough to describe the scenery in Wallace Falls State Park. You’re going to get hamburger eyes! This 4,735 acre park is located to the west of the Cascade Mountains and on the shores of the Wallace River, Jay Lake, Shaw Lake and Skyhomish River. It features panoramic views, mighty rivers and streams, back country lakes, old-growth coniferous forests and perhaps the biggest stunner, 265-foot Wallace Falls. If that isn’t enough, you can swim, boat, seek out local wildlife like peregrine falcons or cougars (not the kind that buy you drinks), and put your vigor to the test on a rock climbing wall. To best experience all this park has to offer, there are private camping sites and cabins available for reservation.