It is also advisable to travel to the United States in February since hotels are not fully booked and hence rates are relatively low. The climate is quite unpredictable but there are so many beautiful places that one can visit across the country. Below is the list of the best places to travel to in USA during February.
Sedona, Arizona
Sedona has moderate temperatures, with average highs ranging from 60s, which makes the area suitable for activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and admiring the beautiful red rocks. Also, midweek hotel rates are also relatively cheaper as compared to the weekends. Go for a Jeep ride or watch an awe-inspiring sunrise hot air balloon ride over the red rocks.
Death Valley, California
Although Death Valley is an extremely hot place especially during summer time, February is one of the best periods to travel to this stunning national park. Temperatures range from an average high of about 70 to provide opportunities for hiking trails, sand dunes, salt flats and spring wildflower beginning to bloom. Actually it is just several hours’ drive from Las Vegas, which could be quite an adventurous trip.
Miami, Florida
February has warm weather between the 70s, cheap hotel prices before the spring break rush, and other attractions like the Miami Boat Show and the Coconut Grove Arts Festival. It’s perfect to sunbathe on the Miami Beach, visit the art district of Wynwood, or go for an airboat ride in Everglades.
New Orleans, Louisiana
So what is a great time to go to New Orleans? While the summer heat and humidity are yet to rise, February would be perfect for your trip. Highs average in the 60s and the excesses of Mardi Gras are mostly over. Stroll around the French Quarter, eat at some Creole restaurants, listen to Jazz and maybe plan your visit to coincide with the Mardi Gras festivals that precede the Fat Tuesday which is sometime in late February in certain years.
Big Sky, Montana
If a great skiing experience is in the offing then Big Sky, Montana should be on your February travel calendar. Being now more than 5800 acres of skiable terrain, little crowds, and lots of snow, it is one of the favorite resorts among skiers and snowboarders. The expert runs should be quite challenging; however, easy glades and groomed runs can also be found at this fantastic and scenic Rocky Mountain ski destination.
Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada
Located on the border of California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe experiences heavy snow in February but has more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Squaw Valley, Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood are some of the popular skiing destinations of California that has skiing options for different categories of skiers with down hill skiing and cross country skiing. In case you wish to take a break from skiing, you could gamble in the casinos of South Lake Tahoe or go for snowmobiling, sledging or snow shoeing.
Portland, Oregon
Portland is quite moderate in February compared to other cities in the north and Portland has average high temperatures in mid fifties. This is a great time for some relaxing walking around the cool districts of Portland; Mississippi and Alberta, numerous cafes, shops, and the food scene will be less busy with tourists. Savor the panoramic vistas from Pittock Mansion or take in a rose from the International Rose Test Garden, preparing for the arrival of spring.
Charleston, South Carolina
February is a great time to visit Charleston as the average high temperatures range between 60°F and the prices of hotels are low, between the summer and spring break rates. Stroll around cobblestone streets, ride a horse carriage, taste Lowcountry cuisine, explore the Ashley River’s plantations, and indulge in the pleasant atmosphere of the city.
San Antonio, Texas
The city of San Antonio has a relatively mild climate with February temperatures usually ranging between the low sixties, which makes it perfect for strolling through the beautiful River Walk, visiting the Alamo, exploring several Spanish missions that are located in the area, and, of course, for tasting delicious Tex-Mex cuisine and barbecues. By now, it is cheaper than in spring and summer, when the numerous visitors have flocked this lively city in Texas.
Zion National Park, Utah
As you can imagine, February is also a little cold in the park, but it is better to go there before summer when there are many tourists. Daily temperatures are about 60 degrees during the day, it is ideal to ride shuttle buses through the park canyon, taking the Emerald Pools Trail and Angels Landing and viewing large red rocks. He also found out that it is one of the best places in the United States to view early blooming wild flowers.
My plan was to have a good balance of places around different parts of the USA with good weather, things to do outdoors, events, and fewer tourists/affordable prices in February. The content includes top cities, beaches, mountains, and national parks to visit when planning a trip in February. If you would like me to change or include something, please let me know!
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