Many times, when we plan our vacations or walk the streets of a foreign city, our mind is immediately drawn to famous landmarks, busy cities and happening attractions. But the U.S. has many states where none of these things exist. These spots are often characterized by wide open spaces, small towns & a slower lifestyle. Sure, they each have their own charm and hidden delights, but they might not exactly be the place for someone looking to keep the adrenaline up or have a ton of fun. Below, you will find a list of twelve states that people say are supposedly too boring to visit.
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Nebraska
Nebraska is smack dab in the middle of the Midwest. It is known for its large fields because of being in the Great Plains. People think there is not much to do around here. It is fine if you are a fan of the peaceful countryside and agriculture, but not everyone considers that interesting.
Kansas
Down in the Midwest, (just south of Nebraska) is Kansas. They are known for wheat fields and flat, open land. It is calm and has its own beauty – however, it might come across as a little boring to those seeking thrill.
Iowa
Iowa lies between Minnesota and Missouri, and is mostly corn fields and little towns. It is an excellent place for growing and living simply, but may come across as boring to some travelers, since there are no large cities or major sites.
North Dakota
North Dakota sits up north, way at the top near Canada, and can feel pretty far away from everything else. It is recognized for its rural areas and severe winters. It has a quaint appeal, but it probably gets too boring for some folks.
South Dakota
Apart from the famous Mount Rushmore, South Dakota is right there with North Dakota – known for being a little bland. It is chock-full of open space and quiet little towns, which can be a bit dull for some people.
Wyoming
Wyoming is a state out west, with Montana and Colorado on either side, and it has some of the most beautiful nature around. Yellowstone National Park is the highlight. Away from some popular areas, however, things can become eerily quiet and underpopulated — not to everyone’s taste.
Delaware
Delaware is the smallest state on the East Coast, beneath Pennsylvania. It is often overlooked in favor of its larger siblings as there isn’t much to see or do.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island is the smallest state near Massachusetts and Connecticut in New England. Nice little coastal towns are – well, nice – but perhaps that’s not enough of an offer for many visitors.
West Virginia
West Virginia is a mountainous state in the Appalachian region, bordering Kentucky to the east. It is just mountains and forests – but not many big cities or tourist spots. It has a reputation as a location just for outdoor lovers.
Arkansas
Arkansas, right above Louisiana, is viewed as one of the more rural and backwater states. It has beautiful natural attractions, but many travelers feel that there isn’t much else.
Mississippi
Mississippi has economic hardships and lacks some of the exciting things that other states have. It is high in culture and history but not many first-rate attractions.
Alabama
Alabama is in the deep South, next to Georgia and Mississippi. It is full of history and beautiful scenery as well, but seems less exciting than some other states.
Disclaimer – This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.