As a nature lover who's lived in Florida her whole life, I love to travel as much as I can to see the incredible nature this country has to offer. Here are my top 8 picks for the most beautiful states that all nature lovers should go and enjoy.
New Mexico
New Mexico is actually my favorite state I have ever visited. I think it's the most under-appreciated land in the country, but everyone who has been there is in on the secret. New Mexico boasts unique culture wherever you go. Albuquerque is the biggest city in the state, but just 3 hours north lies the small but incredible town of Taos.
Taos has a beautiful mountain range on one side, and the jaw-dropping Rio Grande River Gorge on the other. In the summertime, Taos has near perfect weather, so you can do all of the amazing hikes that surround you. In winter, northern New Mexico is covered in snow and offers one of the best skiing and snowboarding destinations in the southwest.



























