6. New Mexico
Featuring one of most beautiful and diverse landscapes in North America, New Mexico offers endless exploration spots—you just have to be patient until you get there, because adventure awaits at every single corner. Plus, New Mexico comes with a distinctive cuisine, so you should definitely try carne adovada and posole.
Best things to do in New Mexico: Carlsbad Caverns National Park is our first pick due to its marvelous geological formations. After exploring this hidden beauty, you must visit White Sands National Monument, Bandelier National Monument, Petroglyph National Monument, Taos Pueblo, Manby Hot Springs, and Wheeler Peak Wilderness.