State Parks
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AmyParulis
replying to @kokuaelli @kokuaelli @EverybodysNPs Sleeping Giant is a jewel in CT for sure. So sad he is still closed #ParkChat
wander_filled
replying to @misskimmy13 @misskimmy13 Poverty Point and nearby Poverty Point Reservoir were great! #Parkchat
kristarsha
replying to @mjn126 @mjn126 @RCGibby73 @59NationalParks @mostateparks @TPWDparks When y’all start hitting the ones around Austin (Pedernales Falls, Bastrop, McKinney Falls, etc) let me know! #ParkChat
e_terren
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A3. Illinois...Starved Rock SP, for the canyons along the Illinois River, especially beautiful when waterfalls freeze in winter. Also Mississippi Palisades SP, for river views and great hikes. #parkchat
EverybodysNPs
RT @billbrokob: @EverybodysNPs A3: In TN a lot of them have lakes or waterfalls #ParkChat https://t.co/8IVyqJjdQ4
unconpeace
A4 I must have heard at least 20 languages being spoken last time I was at Bear Mountain @NYstateparks. And the trail to Breakneck Ridge in Hudson Highlands SP even has its own Metro North stop! #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
replying to @Stars252525 @Stars252525 This and Palo Duro are both on our list. Very interesting stories behind them, too. #ParkChat #historynerd
EverybodysNPs
RT @NatlParkPodcast: A4: It depends drastically on the state. Some states are phenomenal about this - usually the ones who have upgraded mo…
NatlParkPodcast
A5: Some are great spots to camp for visiting a Natl Park, lol #ParkChat https://t.co/QiyZ3NmJ1p
AmyParulis
A5 For us in CT the state parks are closer so we can visit them more often. Easier to get to, can do after work #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A4) I've found that the accessibility & diversity varies from park to park in the State systems just like the NPS. In some parks they're meeting the standards while others are exceeding them to meet their visitors needs. #ParkChat
EverybodysNPs
RT @t_jh2009: @EverybodysNPs @NYstateparks A2) I'm partial to both the California & Nevada State Park systems, each are ADA friendly & prov…
Fit_life360
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A3: Although I'm not from #Texas, recently we visited @ColoradoBendSP and explored #GormanFalls; and recommend this very lovely park and hiking trail. #ParkChat #hiking
Wild_Tribute
replying to @AmyParulis @AmyParulis Great choice. That most famous rock pile in the northeast has us eager to go back and do the entire Presidential Traverse #ParkChat
ParksandPoints
publiclandlvr
replying to @castlecrags @castlecrags Oh, @castlecrags. you know I love you! #ParkChat
billbrokob
MarceaCazel
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A3 When you come to Florida be sure to visit @WeekiWacheeSpgs because mermaids of course! Such a unique thing and part of FL roadside history. #ParkChat
beckyjlomax
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs @Wild_Tribute @ParksandPoints @NYstateparks That’s ‘cause @RCGibby73 gave me a talking-to when I said I would miss next week’s homework. #ParkChat
Wild_Tribute
RT @EverybodysNPs: Q5: What are things you like to do or see at a state park that may not be available at a national park? #ParkChat #every…
mjn126
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A5. I do the same things in both. I enjoy scenery, I like to hike, and I love to camp. I'd say it's probably easier to camp in a state park, though. #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs Many state parks in the Midwest offer trout fishing which I enjoy. Can’t always get to a mountain stream so such opportunities are welcome. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
replying to @ParksandPoints @ParksandPoints @Wild_Tribute @mjn126 @kristarsha @59NationalParks @mostateparks @TPWDparks It's a cape. But disappointing to seafaring explorers who mistakenly thought it did NOT lead to a great river. It's at the mouth of the Columbia, so boy, were they wrong. To be fair, the entrance bar to the river is one of the most dangerous in the world. #ParkChat
AmyParulis
replying to @Wild_Tribute @Wild_Tribute My favorite playground. Only 4.5 hours away, lol #ParkChat
EverybodysNPs
RT @RCGibby73: @EverybodysNPs A4: Our State Parks in Texas can be found in all environments, providing access for all. Cedar Hill State Par…
ParkLeaders
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs Fort Worden In Washington is always worth a visit. #ParkChat
Todd_the_Hiker
replying to @hksbks @hksbks @EverybodysNPs @NYstateparks @MiStateParks Definitely some beautiful parks in my former home state, @MiStateParks! We have a backpacking trip planned for this fall in the Porkies! #ParkChat
Stars252525
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A5 I think I do the same things, basically, except the state parks tend not to be so crowded. #ParkChat
EverybodysNPs
RT @kokuaelli: @EverybodysNPs A3: this one is a bit sad 😔 Sleeping Giant is our favorite, but it’s closed due to the tornado that ripped th…
Michiganography
RT @hksbks: @EverybodysNPs @NYstateparks A2) I'll predictably say MEE-CHEE-GHAN of course! @MiStateParks include beauties like Mackinac Isl…
famTravelsUSA
replying to @MarceaCazel @MarceaCazel @EverybodysNPs @WeekiWacheeSpgs @FLStateParks Didn't make it to Weeki Wachee but really enjoyed swimming at Rainbow Springs SP! #ParkChat
robinwsmith
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs Camp with hookups with our travel trailer. We can and do dry camp but when the weather is cooler or hotter having electric is nice for heat or A/C. #parkchat #everybodysnationalparks
wander_filled
A5 A lot of times, the campgrounds at state parks are better/ have hookups. We are staying at four state parks on our road trip to the Great Lakes this summer. #parkchat
kokuaelli
replying to @AmyParulis @AmyParulis I was going to say the same thing. A day trip to one since they are so close or to be able to hit up as many as I want in a day. #parkchat
RCGibby73
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A5: Sometimes just being able to chill without it being crowded is a blessing. I have a favorite spot I go to in Tyler State Park and take in the stillness and the birdsong. #ParkChat
WildWithinHer
replying to @unconpeace @unconpeace That seems like a great add-on field trip for the #ParkChat meetup in June! @naturetechfam
hksbks
replying to @EverybodysNPs
@EverybodysNPs A5) I can enjoy it with the mutt!
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At Kitch-iti-Kipi BIG SPRING 💦
beckyjlomax
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A5 I like the state parks that really celebrate native heritage….buffalo jumps, historic sites, tipi rings. #ParkChat
ParkLeaders
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs State Parks are often more a park of the local community. I have always enjoyed that aspect of visiting star parks. #ParkChat
naturetechfam
replying to @billbrokob @billbrokob @EverybodysNPs #ParkChat A5 Fishing! Swimming! Boating! Water access in general.
59NationalParks
replying to @beckyjlomax @beckyjlomax @EverybodysNPs @Wild_Tribute @ParksandPoints @NYstateparks @RCGibby73 He’s a stickler. #ParkChat
RCGibby73
replying to @beckyjlomax @beckyjlomax @EverybodysNPs @Wild_Tribute @ParksandPoints @NYstateparks You need the extra credit if you’re gonna hand next week’s work in late anyways 😁 #ParkChat
EverybodysNPs
Q6: What are some qualities you treasure most at state parks that you don’t find at national parks or vice versa? #ParkChat #everybodysnationalparks
kermode t_jh2009
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A5) At the Sand Harbor section of Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park & Point Lobos State Reserve in Big Sur they'll close the area of vehicle traffic once the parking lots are full, I've yet to see that in a NPS Area. #ParkChat
e_terren
replying to @EverybodysNPs @EverybodysNPs A4. Accessibility is improving. Some of the better facilities I've seen are found in county parks. #parkchat