For some travelers, a trip is not complete without a big “wow” moment: a superlative spectacle, an eye-popping natural wonder, a death-defying feat. Many of the world’s most mind-blowing spots require round-the-world travel, extreme adventure, or both. (We’re looking at you, Aurora Borealis. Brrr.)

Fortunately, you can see quite a few of the world’s most dramatic destinations without ever having to dust off your passport—because there are natural wonders right here in the United States.

From the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, the American west provides a virtual greatest hits of dazzling spots—many of which are in National Parks, and can be easily paired with activities that will satisfy even the biggest daredevils. With the help of Lonely Planet’s 50 Natural Wonders to Blow Your Mind, MONEY has whittled down the list to find five natural wonders in the U.S. that will deliver amazing adventures without breaking your budget. In fact, all of the following picks cost less than $3,500 for a weeklong trip for two.

To calculate the cost of vacations to these natural wonders in the U.S., we used MONEY’s Best in Travel database, along with flight costs provided by airfare prediction app Hopper and hotel pricing from Hotels.com. Read on for a short list that may help you choose your next adventure.

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