Scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling, and canoeing or kayaking are all great ways to experience this maritime park, so if you don't own the equipment, you'll have to buy or rent it.
This park is in South Carolina and has one of the highest canopies in the world, thanks to its towering hardwood trees. Plenty of free tours are available.
Overnight stays are not permitted at Cuyahoga Valley National Park, but there are restaurants and places to pick up a few snacks in and around the park.
You'll have to weigh the cost of getting to this park with the benefit of the epic Alaskan scenery, as this is one of the most challenging national parks to see.
As one of the last completely wild places on Earth, no roads exist in the park, so be prepared to take on the millions of acres of wildlife, valleys, and mountains.