Many people have already traveled to their Fourth of July destinations, but for those Oregonians who haven’t, a travel discovery platform identifies two of the nation’s most stunning landmarks in the state.
Trips to Discover said –
“When you think about impressive landmarks, the Roman Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower and the Pyramids of Egypt may be some of the first that come to mind, but there are an array of spectacular landmarks that can be seen right in the U.S.”
Prior to the holiday, the website listed 25 highly recommended domestic travel destinations. The list features well-known landmarks from coast to coast, such as Haystack Rock and Crater Lake in Oregon.
Locals are aware that Haystack Rock is located in Cannon Beach. According to the National Park Service, the rock was formed by magma flowing through the Columbia River drainage 17 million years ago.
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It is now the third-tallest intertidal structure in the world, standing at 235 feet. According to Trips to Discover, visitors to the landmark may see animals such as starfish, hermit crabs, seabirds, and whales in the distant.
Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States, with a depth of 1,943 feet. It is the second Oregon destination recommended by the travel platform. Many individuals believe that the lake is the purest and bluest in the nation.
Local media sources all around Oregon have taken to social media to spread the word about two of their state’s landmarks making a list of America’s must-sees –
These 2 Oregon landmarks are among the most beautiful in the country https://t.co/j9c07dSbrK
— The Oregonian (@Oregonian) June 30, 2023
These 2 Oregon landmarks are among the most beautiful in the country https://t.co/9RtgofGfvZ
— HereisOregon (@HereIsOregon) July 1, 2023
Ahead of the holiday, the website named 25 of America’s most beautiful landmarks. Two of them are in Oregon. https://t.co/fisGDA2xmz
— KOIN News (@KOINNews) July 1, 2023
It was formed approximately 7,700 years ago by the eruption of Mount Mazama. The only official national park in Oregon is accessible year-round and offers hiking, wildflower displays, and even snowshoeing during the winter.
Trips to Discover said –
“It also happens to be a great place to dive with lots to explore in its crystal-clear shallows, including lava formations and underwater moss meadows. If you’d rather stay dry, hop aboard a Wizard Island boat cruise around the crater’s island instead.”
The website listed the Space Needle in Seattle, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, and Temple Square in Salt Lake City as additional stunning landmarks in the United States.
