Wilderness Awaits: Three Enticing Forest Lands East of the Mississippi River

The United States treasures its 63 National Parks and 154 National Forests, preserving diverse landscapes and wildlife. While Western states boast famous parks, lesser-known Eastern gems like Shawnee National Forest in Illinois, Ocala National Forest in Florida, and Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in Georgia offer stunning vistas, mineral springs, and waterfalls awaiting exploration.