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These aren't natural landscapes...
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In terms of natural beauty, which US state do you think is best? Prove it with a pic.
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These aren't natural landscapes...
BlueBadger
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I find parts of Charleston, SC to be absolutely breathtaking.
Like I said earlier in this thread some color correction, HDR, etc. doesn't make these places any less beautiful in real life. There is a reason a lot of these spots are well photographed and visited by tourists, hikers, etc. and that's because many are awe inspiring landscapes.
TarpitCarnivore
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Look at this guy knocking New Jersey...
It's a shame people's first impressions of New Jersey is Newark and the surrounding area. Instead of our beaches and mountains in the west.
Lys Skygge
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I've lived in Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, and I'm currently living in Washington/Oregon (I live in Vancouver and I'd say my time spent in each state is evenly divided). I'm an avid hiker/camper so I've spent alot of time surrounded by the beauty of each state I've lived in. But I gotta say, Montana to me is the most beautiful. Everything there makes you feel so small and insignificant. There's only like 3 major cities in the whole state (and non of them are as big as Portland or Seattle), there's not very many people so when you're out in the wilderness you truly feel alone. No light pollution from distant cities in the night sky, no sounds/sites of civilization, not even cell service. Montanas landscapes are untouched.
Hiking or camping in the PNW is beautiful and fun, but you always have this feeling that civilization is close. What those pictures of Oregon or Washington don't show are the parking lots and viewpoints just out of frame. Or the crowds of tourists during the summer. Sure you can research and find secret locations no one knows about (I know of a few
) but even if you hike several miles to a secluded location, there's always little signs of civilization.
I grew up in Montana, so I might be a little biased. But goddamn is it beautiful.
Hiking or camping in the PNW is beautiful and fun, but you always have this feeling that civilization is close. What those pictures of Oregon or Washington don't show are the parking lots and viewpoints just out of frame. Or the crowds of tourists during the summer. Sure you can research and find secret locations no one knows about (I know of a few
) but even if you hike several miles to a secluded location, there's always little signs of civilization. I grew up in Montana, so I might be a little biased. But goddamn is it beautiful.
Fenderputty
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Going with Colorado.
IF you told me this was California I would have believed you lol
Olympic Peninsula alone beats most states by itself. WA is the most beautiful place I've ever seen in my life.
My shitty phone picture doesn't do it justice, but here's Lake 22 from a couple of weeks ago.
Also looks like California.
NealMcCauley
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I find parts of Charleston, SC to be absolutely breathtaking.
I agree, especially once you move away from the city areas to the beach spots off John's Island.
This about sums it up. While a few other states have the same mix of mountains, forest, and desert, none of those states also have the varied coastline that California has. The only things missing are the fall foliage of the Northeast and the slot canyons of the Southwest.
L.B. Jeffries
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I think one could argue that South Carolina is consistently the most pleasant state year-round. A lot of these photos are cherry-picking the best spots in a state at the best time of the year. In SC, there are gorgeous places year-round.
We also have the best beaches in America. Period.
I think one could argue that South Carolina is consistently the most pleasant state year-round. A lot of these photos are cherry-picking the best spots in a state at the best time of the year. In SC, there are gorgeous places year-round.
Plus, c'mon, we have Charleston:
Just to point again that isn't a natural landscape though I won't argue it isn't a beautiful state but not the best photo to show things off when complaining about the photos others are using to high light states.
Edit: And I see you updated your post ;D
L.B. Jeffries
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Yeah, sorry about that. I realized it after posting. Changed it.
I will agree its a beautiful state but then again I haven't visited an ugly state yet and I've been to 46 of them. America is a beautiful place all around.
The Albatross
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Probably have to go with Alaska. Nearly every state has beauty in it, but Alaska really has so much beauty it's unbelievable. Not going to post because I'm sure someone else has a better photo of Alaska.
I love that you can google every state with "Statename Scenic" and get incredible, diverse photos.
Nice photo of Mt. Sugarloaf in Massachusetts, not a large mountain, but a pretty view of the Berkshires in the west.
Mt. greylock, the highest point in Massachusetts and part of the Appalachian Trail
And there's obviously the Massachusetts coast which is beautiful, but there are also a lot of built up towns along the coast line leaving little that hasn't been thoroughly settled. MA does not come close for most beautiful/scenic, but I am still always impressed with the natural beauty of Massachusetts.
I love that you can google every state with "Statename Scenic" and get incredible, diverse photos.
Nice photo of Mt. Sugarloaf in Massachusetts, not a large mountain, but a pretty view of the Berkshires in the west.
Mt. greylock, the highest point in Massachusetts and part of the Appalachian Trail
And there's obviously the Massachusetts coast which is beautiful, but there are also a lot of built up towns along the coast line leaving little that hasn't been thoroughly settled. MA does not come close for most beautiful/scenic, but I am still always impressed with the natural beauty of Massachusetts.
Lactose_Intolerant
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Some more Arizona pics
ShironRedshift
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Yeah, not really sure myself (there are so many great choices... California, Washington, Montana, Colorado, etc), but Utah is definitely a great pick:
BlueBadger
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I agree, especially once you move away from the city areas to the beach spots off John's Island.
That looks absolutely breathtaking!
!Aeriscloud
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South Carolina instantly loses just by interstate 26 existing.
BlueBadger
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Agreed. While there is a lot of flat boring parts of Texas, there are some beautiful places to visit. Exhibit A:
RichiRamjag
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Makes me think of my childhood visits there. Brings a tear to my eye.
Hasphat'sAnts
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Whichever state it is, it's for sure not Rhode Island.
hendersonhank
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Yeah some great pics here but a good percentage are processed to hell and back.
Can a state cause Stockholm Syndrome?Gotta be Texas!
More importantly they're views we normally won't see. I joked about the Texas one but that's closer to what you'd normally see (though most states at least have more green from my experience!), it's not like many of us can have a home with those sort of scenic views or even work at/visit that sort of thing on a regular basis.
RowdyReverb
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This is a beautiful thread. I'd like to see the same question, but with food porn from each state
Lol i thought it was people too
Sadly this thread is full of retouched pictures :/
I'd have to give it to Alaska, the rocky states, or Hawaii
Gamecocks625
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This thread. USA USA USA!
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Going to agree with those saying California and Hawaii.
But in my opinion, Alaska is overall best. Words can not describe it's beauty.
If you ever want to see what Skyrim would look like irl, go up there around August.
Some random pics:
But in my opinion, Alaska is overall best. Words can not describe it's beauty.
If you ever want to see what Skyrim would look like irl, go up there around August.
Some random pics:
fluffydelusions
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I need to check those places out next time I'm in in MA. As a New Englander I'm ashamed I've never been.
Northern lights timelapse in Alaska:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5nqFZjo8Ts
More pics:
I actually have always dreamed of moving out of the country to Norway, but Alaska is the very next option. As that is a hell of a lot more doable, every bit as beautiful and also resides way up north in the kind of climate that I love.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5nqFZjo8Ts
More pics:
I actually have always dreamed of moving out of the country to Norway, but Alaska is the very next option. As that is a hell of a lot more doable, every bit as beautiful and also resides way up north in the kind of climate that I love.
MightyHedgehog
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Can't really decide on one, but I do think the western half of the country beats the eastern half for sheer natural beauty and diversity.
Indeed.
DrForester
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Northern lights timelapse in Alaska:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5nqFZjo8Ts
More pics:
I actually have always dreamed of moving out of the country to Norway, but Alaska is the very next option. As that is a hell of a lot more doable, every bit as beautiful and also resides way up north in the kind of climate that I love.
I love Colorado, but I would like to move to Alaska someday.
I mean...yes? I get what you're going for but it's a flawed argument since Natural Beauty literally precludes human structures. Of course, humans have 'touched' all of these places, we just haven't built over them.
There are insanely beautiful pieces of work that are unnatural, built by humans, but that's not what is being asked for here.
EDIT: That northern lights timelapse...man, the aurora borealis is something I really need to see before I die. I can't even begin to describe how amazing that shit looks to me. Just the video is making me think about the universe and life and everything, maybe I'm weird.
Not weird at all. Getting away from it all and seeing scenes like that would be an incredibly powerful and reflective experience. That is what I want to do, myself.
fluffydelusions
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Same here
The beaches there are amazing. I go almost every Monday during summer. Such beautiful place to be at. Nothing like staying at Caramel, going to Monterey for some sushi, and driving down by the beach.California has a wide variety of beautiful things. We have beaches, redwoods, desert, Yosemite, etc. All within a few hours.
Here's a picture of Big Sur, along Pacific Coast Highway (one of the best drives you can take):
FunkyMunkey
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after visiting about 17 states i'd have to say it's a tie between quite a few. many parts of california, arizona, virginia, pennsylvania, maryland, north carolina, etc etc are all stunning in their own ways. the united states is blessed with the variety of amazing natural things to see
irfaanator
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Only place where you could see a river catch fire. Good old Ohio
I see you've never been to Hawaii; Maui in particular.
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