In (1903) President Theodore Roosevelt sent John Muir a letter asking to meet in Yosemite. "I want to drop politics absolutely for four days and just be out in the open with you." — In (1903) President Theodore Roosevelt sent John Muir a letter asking to meet in Yosemite. "I want to drop politics absolutely for four days and just be out in the open with you."

Pack your bags, get the kids, load up the car and hit the road! There's few things more memorable or more rewarding than spending the summer trekking across the country to experience some of the many iconic locations we as Americans are so proud to call home. For years distinguished artists across the country have captured the essence of these places through world renowned photographs to quintessential travel posters. Check out a few of these photos and images (including a few pieces done by our own Steve Thomas) that bring back memories of those places forever in our hearts.