Hot springs and seaside beaches are lovely, but for some, the forest, lakes, and hiking in the solitude offered by Mother Nature herself are the things that bring the most peace. If this describes you, you might consider one of these nature retreats below as your therapeutic destinations of choice.
Banff National Park, Canada
Canada’s Banff National Park is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful places on earth. This Park boasts a number of hikes that could easily be considered peaceful and therapeutic, and we highly recommend checking them out when you visit.
All that said, the most peaceful, relaxing, and therapeutic place in all of Banff is Lake Louise. This gorgeous body of water is an almost magical blue color, and it’s so still that one would almost think they could walk on it. Many like this lake for kayaking, but we think a meditation session by the water’s edge is about as therapeutic as it gets.
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a long stretch of highway that takes drivers through the mountains and deep green forests of Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The drive is a beautiful and relaxing one that could be considered a sort of therapy if you love long drives.
The drive is great, but out of everything the Blue Ridge Parkway has to offer, our favorite things are its hikes. Trail after trail can be found hidden away in the dense forests running alongside the parkway. These are the kinds of trails that truly allow you to get lost in solitude and reconnect with nature—a therapeutic experience that can be hard to top.
Yosemite National Park, CA
Those in search of a nature retreat on the west side of the country have a huge selection of incredibly beautiful parks to choose from. In our opinion, the best of these is Yosemite National Park.
Featuring towering mountains, forests of giant sequoias, and cascading waterfalls, there is always something gorgeous to admire. As you enjoy these views, clear your mind of the stresses of everyday life and breathe in fresh air. You might be surprised how immersing yourself in the beauty of nature can put things into perspective and put your very busy mind at ease.
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