Where will 2020 take you? Here’s what we recommend.

Friend of The Trust for Public Land,

To experience the most of what our country has to offer, we asked fellow Trust for Public Land staff for the best adventure spots to add to your bucket list for 2020, and here are their top picks.

What do all these amazing places have in common? They were all protected in part thanks to advocates like you and funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund — America’s best parks and conservation program!

Bonneville Shoreline Trail, Utah

The Bonneville Shoreline Trail is uniquely located on the slopes of the Wasatch Range, where it offers easy access to locals and visitors of the Salt Lake City metropolitan area. The spectacular gold and red hills of fall make any visit worthwhile. And in winter, the trails are perfect for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, when the air is crisp and the snowy foothills command a remarkable view.
~ Sabra

The Chattahoochee, Georgia

The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is the premiere adventure spot for outdoor water recreation in the Atlanta area. Enjoy a leisurely canoe ride down the river, go fly fishing in the clear waters, or jump in a raft with friends and family to take in views of the forested cliffs and bluffs lining the river. If water isn’t your thing — there are beautiful hiking trails within the recreation area and along the riverbank to explore.
~ T.J.

Jim Jeffords State Forest, Vermont

Not far from the Appalachian Trail in central Vermont, the Jim Jeffords State Forest draws hikers, skiers, hunters, and anglers with verdant northern hardwoods, meadows, and wetlands. In winter months, no roads are plowed — making the quiet wooded lands a great spot for fresh tracks.
~ Kara

Balcones Canyonlands, Texas

The Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is an expanse of juniper forests and oak savannahs, steep limestone canyons, and sunny meadows — all in easy reach of Austin, Texas. While hiking into the beauty of the refuge and with some patience, you may spot an endangered golden-cheeked warbler in an Ashe Juniper tree.
~ Mike

Superior National Forest, Minnesota

The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, nestled into Superior National Forest, is a must for any adventurer, and is also the most visited wilderness area in the country. Paddle and portage a canoe across seemingly endless canoe routes, or hike along the North Country National Scenic Trail to enjoy the fresh scent of pine trees. A note — you will need a permit to enter the wilderness area — but this wild landscape is well worth the effort.
~ Denise

Friend, you can help protect more public lands like these. Send this important letter to your representatives today.

The Land and Water Conservation Fund has been the lifeblood of over 45,000 state and local park projects, including the places above. The future of public lands like these are counting on you, Friend. Sign now and urge your members of Congress to support full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund today!