Some 50 staters began their journey not to just visit all 50 states, but to take a passion to all 50 states. These diverse and unique accomplishments are listed on the Record Holders Page. Some common ways are listed here. Click on each link to get a short list by state of places to accomplish this goal.
All 50 by a specific age such as All 50 by age 50, All 50 by 30
Visit all 50 state capitols
Spend the night in each state
Eat the local cuisine or a restaurant in each state
Drink a craft beer or glass of wine in each state
Go to a Museum in all 50
Visit a National Park or State Park in every state
Go to a Presidential Site in each state (library, birthplace, childhood home)
Visit a Religious Site in every state
Stop at a Movie or TV location in all 50
Have an animal experience in each state or make an unusual animal stop
Ice cream is the BEST treat on a road trip! Flavors can be so unique to the region or just solid homemade ice cream from local dairies. Thank you for all the feedback and community effort in building this list! Please comment below if you have a suggestion, or let us know we are spot […]
Pal’s Sudden Service – an East Tennessee original
College campuses offer an abundance of history, stunning architecture, and unique traditions to explore. While Forbes and U.S. News Reports rankings of the “best universities” make great checklists, countless other campuses are worth visiting. The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) reports that there are approximately 2,750 four-year higher education institutions in the US. How […]
Congratulations to Chadwick and Amanda Jones and son Kenneth Collins from Virginia who spent the night and did ‘something’ in every state. They went to the extremes – north, south, east, and westernmost points. And swam in all of the Great Lakes. And were engaged in one of the most beautiful spots in the […]
Tracy and Keith Zimmerman went on a romantic journey to renew their vows in all fifty states! Starting in Hawaii and ending in Alaska, they selected incredible spots across the country to have vow ceremonies. They even did a renewal in front of the White House! Originally married in Canada, they are now, most […]
Congratulations to Imke and Maddie, two German shorthaired pointers who traveled to 49 states with owner Trisha Struck. Not only did they visit the states but they went to almost all the capitols too! This picture was taken at the capitol of Virginia in Richmond, which was capitol #48. Trisha also achieved all […]