Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through RoadTrippers' website.
Across the U.S., more than 10,000 state parks offer opportunities for visitors to bike, hike, climb, camp, snowboard, ski, snowshoe, and soak in stunning views. Some experiences are iconic, such as strolling through the majestic redwoods at Jedediah Redwoods State Park or watching as 750,000 gallons of water rush over the falls every second at Niagara Falls State Park. But plenty of lesser-known parks offer incredible adventures that reach beyond well-worn hiking trails and showcase a variety of stunning natural landscapes.
Here are 12 state parks that offer unique experiences for anyone ready to unleash their inner adventurer.