12) Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
It is almost impossible to describe the feeling of amazement that will come over you when you see the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park. The red pillars of stone may seem like they have been hand carved into intricate shapes, yet are the result of millions of years of erosion from air, water, and wind. While you can find hoodoos in other places of the world, Bryce Canyon offers the largest collection in one park. The beauty of the park is not just in its daytime splendor, however, the night sky sanctuary offers you opportunities to view over 7500 different stars on moonless evenings. Many cave trails, like the Mossy Cave Trail, provide breathtaking views of the Milky Way Galaxy on a clear night. As is the case with most parks, you are advised to check park alerts to see whether any particular restrictions are in place before you set off on your journey.
