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Solo Travel in the United States: Photos by Readers

May 15, 2020 by Tracey Nesbitt

Readers of Solo Traveler and members of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook regularly share with us photos from their travels. Enjoy these United States photos contributed by members of the Solo Traveler community from around the world.

The rugged beauty of Utah's Zion National Park.

This photo, shared with us by reader Cerene showcases the rugged beauty of Zion National Park in Utah.

For more United States photos and solo travel stories, most of which have been submitted by readers, check out our Solo Travel Destinations Page where you can search by country.

Enjoying the view in Key West

This United States photo from Key West, Florida was shared with us by STS member Stacy. I love the various shades of blue as far as the eye can see!

Do you have a great photo from your travels that you would like to share? Join our community of more than a quarter million solo travelers on Facebook. You can submit pics for consideration there anytime, along with a description of where the photo was taken.

Vijay shared this photo that was taken at Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island off the coast of Georgia in the United States.

A musician on the High Line in New York City.

New York City's High Line park is built on a historic elevated rail structure on Manhattan's West Side. It was originally a freight line, started in 1934 for the industrial west side of the city. Now it is home to indigenous plants and birds, murals and musicians, vistas and victuals. You can find full information and a free app to help you explore the High Line here.

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Pumpkins galore in Hood River, Oregon.

This colorful autumn scene was shared with us by STS member Kim, who spent four days in the Hood River area in northern Oregon. Says Kim, “there are snow-capped mountains, the Columbia Gorge and its waterfalls, mountains, farms, wineries, small farm stands with jams and baked goods, cute restaurants, and bakeries. It's wonderful!”

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The curiously named Lake 22

Enjoy this captivating shot of Lake 22, near Granite Falls, Washington. It was submitted by Solo Travel Society member Joa.

For more United States photos and solo travel stories, most of which have been submitted by readers, check out our Solo Travel Destinations Page where you can search by country.

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Teton Mountain Range reflected in still water at the Grand Teton National Park.

This photo of snow-topped mountains reflected in the water below was taken by Solo Travel Society member Amy at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming.

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Sunrise over Storm Lake

What a peaceful moment, captured by Solo Travel Society member Margie as the sun rose over Storm Lake, Iowa.

Planning a trip to the United States? Here are lots of tips for solo travel in the USA.

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The Rocky Mountains

Solo Travel Society member Dean shared this photo, taken while he was exploring the Rocky Mountains outside of Denver, Colorado.

Also in Colorado, Sujata recommends Vail as a great destination for solo travelers. “This village is mainly famous for its wide stretched range of ski slopes. I have visited Vail in summer and winter both. I could go back there in every season to enjoy its divine beauty.”

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Beautiful Pola Island

This photo was shared with us by STS member Brad, who recently visited American Samoa after having lived there as a child. “This is Pola Island, part of the beautiful South Pacific US Territory of American Samoa. We lived there over 50 years ago in a remote village called Afono, very near this spot.  Although a lot may have changed there in a half-century, the beauty remains.”

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Look at that color!

Periodically, I invite members to post a photo from wherever they are in the world on that day, whether they are traveling or at home, and this was one of the wonderful United States photos that was shared. This photo of Crater Lake in Oregon was contributed by STS member Kim, who is lucky enough to live near this picturesque location.

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Double the beauty in the reflected landscape at Granite Falls.

We get double the beauty in this lovely photo taken in Granite Falls, Washington and shared with us by Sheila, a member of the Solo Travel Society.

The Loch in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado.

Have a look at the wonder that is the Loch in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado, courtesy of Solo Travel Society member Julie.

Do you have a great photo from your travels that you would like to share? Join our community of more than a quarter million solo travelers on Facebook. You can submit pics for consideration there anytime, along with a description of where the photo was taken.

Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend? Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!

Last updated: 26th February, 2021

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