1. New York
   Kentucky
2. Missouri
   Texas

In 1845, Texas became the 28th state to enter the union. Often called the Lone Star State, Texas is the biggest state in the continental U.S.

1. Alaska
   Lousiana
2. Hawaii
   Virginia

In 1959, Hawaii became the 50th state to join the union. With beautiful beaches and tropical jungles, Hawaii's volcanic landscape is a worldwide tourist destination.

1. California
   Texas
2. Oklahoma
   Oregon

On September 9, 1850, California officially became a U.S. state. One side completely borders the Pacific ocean, and the other borders majestic mountains and stunning deserts.

1. Tennessee
   Vermont
2. Colorado
   Utah

Home to the world famous music city of Nashville, Tennessee entered the U.S. union in 1796. You can even find Elvis Presley's home if you venture down to Memphis.

1. Illinois
   Maine
2. California
   Florida

Florida is more than just a state that entered into the union, it is actually a peninsula. It is surrounded by water on three sides and attracts visitors from all over the world.

1. Louisiana
   Florida
2. New York
   Ohio

Since 1812, Louisiana has been a U.S. state. Along with shorelines and bayous, Louisiana is home to the popular tourist destination of New Orleans.

1. Arizona
   Texas
2. Nevada
   California

Arizona entered statehood in 1912. With a population of over seven million, Arizona is nicknamed the Grand Canyon State.

1. Massachusetts
   Nevada
2. Michigan
   Ohio

Massachusetts was one of the founding states, entering the union in 1788. Steeped in history, the state has a population of over six million. Visitors to Massachusetts can follow the path of Paul Revere's ride.

1. Hawaii
   Rhode Island
2. Iowa
   Alaska

As the 49th state in the union, Alaska offers the most unique landscape of all the U.S. states. With mountainous glaciers and unexplored wilderness, it is a favorite of survivalists.

1. Michigan
   Louisiana
2. Missouri
   Arizona

Michigan has over 11,000 inland lakes and it borders four of the seven Great Lakes. It is known for its auto manufacturing and musical wonders like Motown.

1. Idaho
   West Virginia
2. South Dakota
   California

With a population of only 1.7 million, Idaho offers a lot for wilderness lovers. Set in the Rocky Mountains, Idaho entered statehood in 1890.

1. Nevada
   Texas
2. Georgia
   Oregon

Most famous for being a casino capital of the world, Nevada is home to cities like Reno and Las Vegas. It became a state on Halloween of 1864.

1. South Carolina
   Oregon
2. Nevada
   Florida

South Carolina is home to one of the East Coast's most beloved beaches - Myrtle Beach. It has been a member of the union since 1788.

1. Indiana
   Oklahoma
2. Montana
   Utah

Nicknamed the Sooner State, Oklahoma entered statehood in 1907. As of 2017, it had a population of nearly four million Sooners.

1. Alabama
   Kansas
2. Ohio
   Oklahoma

The southern state of Alabama was inducted into the union in 1819. During the '60s, Alabama served as the headquarters for the Civil Rights Movement, led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

1. Ohio
   Pennsylvania
2. New York
   Maine

With a population of over 12 million, Pennsylvania boasts cities like Harrisburg and Pittsburgh. Historical sites like Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell make it a national treasure.

1. South Carolina
   North Carolina
2. Utah
   New Hampshire

From Atlantic coastlines to towering mountains, the North Carolina landscape has a lot to offer. North Carolina entered the union in 1789, and it's home to the Queen City of Charlotte.

1. Wyoming
   Louisiana
2. Florida
   Utah

A true plains state, Wyoming entered statehood in 1890. Popular landmarks like Old Faithful make it a great family-oriented vacation destination.

1. Maine
   Massachusetts
2. Rhode Island
   Maryland

The state of Maryland made it official and joined the union in 1788. It's home to cities like Baltimore and Annapolis. Maryland's coastal location makes it famous for its crabs.

1. North Carolina
   West Virginia
2. Washington
   Alabama

In 1863, West Virginia became an official U.S. state. West Virginia is the only state that sits completely in the Appalachian Mountains.

1. Michigan
   Oregon
2. Vermont
   Maine

Situated along the Atlantic coastline, Maine's rugged cliffs are nothing short of stunning. Maine entered the union of states in 1820.

1. Vermont
   Ohio
2. Maine
   Washington

Ohio entered statehood in 1803. It borders Lake Erie, and it's home to three famous C cities - Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati.

1. Oregon
   Maine
2. Florida
   Washington

Folks have been able to grab a great cup of coffee in Washington since it entered statehood in 1889. Also called the Evergreen State, Washington is home to over seven million residents.

1. Georgia
   Florida
2. Alabama
   Mississippi

In 1788, Georgia was the fourth state to enter the union. From stunning coastlines to fertile farm country, Georgia offers any lifestyle a new southerner might be seeking.

1. New Hampshire
   New Mexico
2. Connecticut
   New York

A true jewel of New England, Connecticut entered the union in 1788. The capital of Connecticut is Hartford, the state's fourth-largest city.

1. Iowa
   Indiana
2. Idaho
   North Dakota

On November 2, 1889, North Dakota was given official statehood. The name "Dakota" comes from a division of the Sioux. The state's capital is Bismarck.

1. Oregon
   South Dakota
2. Michigan
   Montana

Montana is considered to be part of the Great Plains because of its location. However, it also highlights majestic mountain peaks and wide open landscapes that keep visitors coming back for more.

1. Washington
   Oregon
2. California
   Oklahoma

In 1859, Oregon entered the U.S. as the 33rd state. Nicknamed the Beaver State, Oregon is home to over four million people.

1. California
   West Virginia
2. Virginia
   Georgia

Not to be confused with West Virginia, Virginia entered statehood in 1788. From the Appalachian mountains to the Atlantic coastline, Virginia certainly is for lovers.

1. South Dakota
   Oregon
2. Missouri
   Colorado

South Dakota is home to the American landmark of Mt. Rushmore. Sitting in the middle of the Great Plains, the state is full of rich native American history. It entered statehood in 1889.

1. New Hampshire
   New York
2. Massachusetts
   California

New York has been a member of the union since 1788. From New York City to Niagara Falls, New York has a lot of interesting destinations to offer.

1. Rhode Island
   Maine
2. Iowa
   West Virginia

Nicknamed Little Rhody, Rhode Island measures about 1,214 square miles. It was adopted into statehood in 1790.

1. Kansas
   Arkansas
2. Louisiana
   New Hampshire

Arkansas officially became a state in 1836. Although Arkansas sits in the South, the state bird is the northern mockingbird.

1. Wyoming
   Nevada
2. Colorado
   Maryland

Nicknamed the Centennial State, Colorado entered statehood in 1876. The state's capital of Denver sits one mile above sea level.

1. Idaho
   Nevada
2. Illinois
   Nebraska

Situated in the Great Plains, Nebraska entered statehood in 1867. The capital of Nebraska is Lincoln.

1. Florida
   Vermont
2. Missouri
   Colorado

In August on 1821, Missouri entered the union. Missouri sits as the Gateway to the West and features stunning plains, as well as the Ozark Mountains.

1. Iowa
   Utah
2. Colorado
   Montana

With the capital city of Des Moines, Iowa has a population of 3.14 million. Iowa entered the union in 1846 as the 29th state.

1. Iowa
   Illinois
2. Indiana
   Kansas

Also called the Hoosier State, Indiana has been a state since 1816. Although it is known for its car racing, the state flower is the unsuspecting peony.

1. Georgia
   Florida
2. Mississippi
   Arkansas

In January 1935, Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi. In 1817, Mississippi was the 20th state added to the union.

1. West Virginia
   Ohio
2. Virginia
   Kentucky

Nicknamed the Bluegrass State, Kentucky sits on the border of Illinois, Virginia, Missouri, Tennessee, Ohio, West Virginia and Indiana. Kentucky entered statehood in 1792 and is famous for being the home of the Kentucky Derby.