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Top 21 locations in United States for Paid Admission
byPhyllis Khare and
Michal Ben-Ari and
Mike Wendland and
Wendy Bowyer
Live update: Updated October 7, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Letchworth State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Phyllis KhareMagnificent views of the Middle Falls, which is 250 feet across and drops 107 feet.
To learn more about Letchworth Falls and Letchworth State Park, head over to our website:
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More info2. McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/camping-mcarthur-burney-falls/
This state park is situated inside the Cascade Range and Modoc Plateau natural region, and is set in a gorgeous forest. It has five miles of stream and lake shoreline, including Lake Britton, and amazing hikes.
There is also the gorgeous 129 foot Burney Falls waterfall that alone is worth the trip. The campground is also very nice, with a beach, boat ramp, camp store and more.
More info3. Isla Blanca Park, State Park Road 100, South Padre Island, TX
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareAt the south tip of the island is Isla Blanca Park, https://rvlifestyle.com/rving-on-the-texas-gulf-coast/ where there are 600 full-hookup RV sites plus tent and boondocking areas. 
Gilles GravelTrue…we have spent over 10 winters there and love it !
More info4. Dead Horse Point State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/is-this-the-most-beautiful-state-park-in-america/
Some say this is the most beautiful state park in Utah. Desert landscape with breath-taking canyons and cliffs. Amazing sunsets and sunrises. Dogs are permitted on the trails. The star-filled dark skies are breathtaking. We highly recommend.Phyllis KhareWhat many say is the most beautiful state park in all of the United States. See why what we have to say here: https://rvlifestyle.com/dead-horse-point-and-goblin-valley/
Immense vertical cliffs meet with canyons carved by ice, water, and wind creating a visual masterpiece.
More info5. Patriots Point
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Juan SaavedraRecommended this place!
More info6. Navy UDT-SEAL Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareJust south of Avalon is the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum. It is the only museum dedicated solely to preserving the history of the United States Navy SEALs and their predecessors.
This museum really is fascinating and an inside look at the history of an elite, super-secret group of warriors, rarely and
only more recently in the public eye.
Hours are 10am-4pm Tues-Sat and 12pm-4pm Sun. Admission is $15/person.
To learn more about the Navy UDT-SEAL Museum and things to do and see at Port St. Lucie, Florida, head to our blog here:
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More info7. St. Lucie County Aquarium
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThe largest display is a living model of a Caribbean coral reef ecosystem. The other displays include:
seagrass, mangrove, lagoon hardbottom, nearshore reef habitats, and deepwater Oculina coral reef.
There are several smaller aquarium displays and microscope displays where you can get a glimpse of the microscopic marine world. A touch tank also gives you an up-close encounter with local marine life.
Hours are Mon-Sat from 10am-4pm and Sun from 12pm-4pm. Admission is $4.25/person.
To learn more about the St. Lucie County Aquarium and more things to see and do at Port St. Lucie, Florida, head to our blog here:
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More info8. Elliott Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareWhile you’re at Stuart Beach, visit the stunning Elliott Museum which may have the world’s greatest collection of antique Ford trucks (as well as 95 vintage cars, 10 vintage motorcycles, and 5 wooden boats). Plus exhibits on the local history of the area.
Hours are 10am-5pm daily and admission is $14/person.
To learn more about things to see and do at Port St. Lucie, Florida, head to our blog here:
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More info9. Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareRight across the street from the Elliott Museum, you can explore the Florida Oceanographic Society Coastal Science Center.
It has a 57- acre marine life nature center featuring a 750,000-gallon gamefish lagoon, stingray touch tank, daily programs on sea turtles, and local fish identification. Plus, nature trails with guided tours.
Hours are 10am-5pm Mon – Sat and 12pm-4pm Sun. Admission is $12/person.
To learn more about the Coastal Center and things to see and do at Port St. Lucie, Florida, head to our blog:
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More info10. Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareSpread out over 8.5 acres, the garden serves as an educational and interpretive center for native plants and wildlife of the Florida Keys and Caribbean.
Here you can take a self-guided tour and explore the diverse Florida Keys ecosystem filled with plants and trees native to the tropical habitat, including palms, orchids, and numerous flowering plants. Much of the flora and fauna are protected, endangered, or threatened species.
To learn more about the Garden, and more things to see and do in Key West, Florida, head to our website:
https://rvlifestyle.com/things-to-do-in-key-west-florida/
More info11. Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareOne block away from the buoy is the Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory!
The main attraction here is a 5,000 sq ft glass-enclosed conservatory where 50-60 different exotic butterfly species flutter freely through tropical flowers and leafy trees.
To learn more about the Conservatory and about things to see and do in Key West, Florida, head to our website:
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More info12. Dorothy's House and the Land of Oz
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/dorothys-house-in-liberal-kansas/
The town of Liberal, Kansas has taken on the role of Dorothy’s hometown. When you arrive at Dorothy’s house, a latter-day Dorothy greets you garbed in the iconic Judy Garland dress. You will learn about the house, life on the Kansas plains, and pass through a simulated tornado. Liberal, Kansas, has a Harvest Host location near by, and many other attractions. A great Off the Beaten Path destination!
More info13. Fort Mose Historic State Park
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Fort Mosé is a small Florida fort established when Spain was ruling, slavery was flourishing in the US colonies farther north, and because slaves were much less harshly treated by the Spaniards, there was a constant flow of escapees coming into Florida. Enslaved people who made it across the border had the option of securing their freedom by converting to Catholicism and agreeing to a term of military service. This state park tells the history in its museum, also there is a place for canoes, kayaks, bird viewing.
More info14. FL Las Olas Beach
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareTo read more of the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/7-best-things-to-do-in-fort-lauderdale-fl/
More info15. Dolphin Research Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThe Dolphin Research Center began as a marine mammal retreat in the 1950s. Local fisherman Milton Santini collected Atlantic bottlenose dolphins to form Santini's Porpoise Training School.
The Center now focuses on marine mammal care, research, and education and houses 22 dolphins and three sea lions.
The Center has 90,000 sq ft of lagoon for the dolphins to play in and offers several programs to swim, play, and interact with the dolphins.
The Center is open daily from 9 am-4:30 pm and admission is $28/person.
To read more of our Marathon, FL recommendations, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/7-best-places-to-go-in-marathon-florida/
More info16. Crane Point Hammock
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareOn Marathon, you can explore the local history by visiting the Crane Point Museum, Nature Center, and Historic Site.
This complex is situated on a 63-acre property of a protected thatch-palm hammock. It offers a lot to do and a great insight to the area's cultural and natural history.
Near the entrance is the Crane Point Museum where you can learn about local wildlife and the region's indigenous peoples. Then visit the Butterfly Meadow garden and you can take one of several interpretive nature trails to the Adderley House which is the oldest house in the Keys outside of Key West.
Continuing on the nature trail, you’ll hit the Marathon Wild Bird Center, the Crane House, and The Point which offers
spectacular, solitary views of the Florida Bay beyond it.
The entire nature trail is about 1.5 miles one-way, if you don’t want to walk there are free trolley tours and the drivers are a wealth of information!
Admission is $14.95/person and hours are Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12pm-5pm.
To read more of our Marathon, FL recommendations, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/7-best-places-to-go-in-marathon-florida/
More info17. Turtle Hospital
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Khareust down the road from Crane Point is The Turtle Hospital. This is an amazing facility that rescues and rehabilitates sick
and injured sea turtles so they can be returned to the wild.
Since they opened their doors in 1986 they’ve rehabilitated and released over 1,500 turtles!
The Turtle Hospital offers guided educational tours that are an hour long. You'll learn about sea turtles and get a behind-the-scenes look at the hospital facilities and rehabilitation area.
These tours are run hourly from 9am to 4 pm. There is limited space on each tour so we’d recommend you get a reservation if you want to visit.
The Education Center and Gift Shop are open daily from 9am-6pm and admission is $27/person.
To read more of our Marathon, FL recommendations, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/7-best-places-to-go-in-marathon-florida/
More info18. Gulf Islands National Seashore
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThe Gulf Islands National Seashore is a 160-mile stretch of gorgeous and very secluded beaches. It is undisturbed by development and characterized by blue-green sparkling water.
So big is this property that it lies in two states – Florida and Mississippi – and is divided into 12 district areas.
The protected regions include mainland areas and parts of seven islands. If you count Alabama, the area is even longer. Some islands along Alabama coast were originally considered for inclusion, for some reason, they are not officially part of the national seashore managed by the National Parks Service.
To read all about the Gulf Island National Seashore, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/daycamping-along-gulf-islands-national-seashore/
More info19. The Hemingway Home and Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareCome visit the one-time residence of the famous American writer, Ernest Hemingway. He once called this beautiful story house his home, in the 1930s.
You can visit both the house and the grounds, a gift shop, and try to spot any cats that might be descendants of Hemingway's kitty. Be sure to bring cash since they only accept that form of payment for admission.
To find the best Key West RV parks, head to our websites: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-key-west-rv-parks/
More info20. Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Sam ZagGreat fishing and camping
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