US-9492542 & US-9488063

 Officials from West Virginia and Utah.

 

US-9492542, sent by Elaine.

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve is America’s 63rd national park and one of West Virginia’s most photographed areas. The iconic steel arch bridge was once the longest in the world and welcomes travelers to this cherished region. Widely known as the second oldest river in the world, the New River cuts through extensive geological formations that make way for diverse flora and fauna. Bald eagles and peregrine falcons call this park home, and you’ll often spot a few along your travels. Hiking trails here take you to spectacular overlooks and through remnants of old coal mining towns. - in: https://wvtourism.com

Photographer: John Wagner

US-9488063, sent by Gabby.

Cedar Breaks National Monument is a natural amphitheater, stretching across 4.8 km, with a depth of over 610 m, located in Utah. 

It takes a hardy plant to survive the weather conditions on the rim of the Cedar Breaks Amphitheater at over 3000 meters. There are however a few trees and shrubs that thrive in this environment, including quaking aspen. These trees got its name because of the quaking effect the small flat leaves exhibit when they are blowing in the wind. Autumn in Cedar Mountain is spectacular as the aspen leaves turn brilliant gold, a visual that is all the more dramatic as large groups of aspen crowd together. It's quite a display with white barked trunks enhancing the image. Beaver make good use of the bark for food and buildings dams and lodges.