Majestic mountain views, rushing waterfalls, otherworldly caverns — sure, you can trek to Europe to experience splendors like these, but you can also skip the international-travel expenses and hassle by visiting other incredible sites right here in the U.S.
From alpine peaks in Colorado and awe-inspiring falls in North Carolina to thousands of underground caves you can explore in Tennessee, plenty of stateside destinations are so scenic they’ll take your breath away. Here are nine standouts.