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6 Changes You'll Notice When You Visit the Quietest Places

Here's what you can expect when you visit one of the US's rare quiet parks and places, areas where there's virtually no noise at all.

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6 Changes You'll Notice When You Visit the Quietest Places

True quiet is almost impossible to find in the US, with vehicle noise now affecting 97.4 percent of the country. But pockets of peace remain, from Maine’s North Woods to Montana’s wilderness. Getting to those remote places takes planning, time off, and, most importantly, a willingness to completely unplug.

Here are six things travelers can expect when visiting quiet parks, and how to make the most of the experience.

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