North America Island & reefs + Lighthouse pictures

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The biggest island in the United States is a tropical paradise where you can swim , hike and explore volcanoes.

Hike through forests, go looking for dolphins and whales and swim in freshwater lakes at this spectacular park in the north of Cape Breton Island.

Visit charming oceanfront towns full of art, history and majestic panoramas. Zigzag through trails and mountains on the South Oregon coast.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Enjoy a picturesque slice of Southern California with its history and heritage, culture and cuisine, great surfing and some of the oldest amusement parks in America.

A rich Celtic heritage blends with First Nation and Acadian cultural influences on this remote and breathtakingly scenic Nova Scotian island.

Snorkel with tropical fish and swim with sea turtles at this great dive location.

At the northern tip of the island you’ll find one of the most iconic views in the state as you look across this cascading valley.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

One of the best places in the U.S. to watch the sunrise is this impressive centerpiece of Haleakalā National Park, marking the birthplace of the island of Maui.

Drive around the crater of an erupting volcano and learn about the cultural importance of lava to the ancient Hawaiians.

One of the best places in the U.S. to watch the sunrise is this impressive centerpiece of Haleakalā National Park, marking the birthplace of the island of Maui.

Six main islands, each prettier than the next, make up this volcanic archipelago. Enjoy ancient traditions, modern cities and seemingly endless beaches.

At the northern tip of the island you’ll find one of the most iconic views in the state as you look across this cascading valley.