What are the best states in America known for their countryside?|109467

I_m going to work in the US during the summer and would really love to stay somewhere where there_s a lot of nature, villages and stuff.... What would you recommend? Maybe you know some specific towns I could go to?

somewhere in new england, my specific choice would be maine--look into portland, its the biggest city...very nice country side with ocean and mountains...plus its a tourist place during the summer so they hire seasonal employees...
some other towns to consider are:

old orchard beach
bar harbor
york/ogonquit

but my 2 top choices would be portland or bar harbor

It is really a matter of taste - most of the ones that I like are in the East or NE region - VERMONT, PENNSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA, KENTUCKY. Every state has it_s attractions. You also have to think about what climate you are accustomed to because in the Summer, some states are hotter than others. If I had to pick just one, I would pick Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia - lots to see and do and so much of it historic. (Valley Forge, Amish Country, Brandywine River, tons of museums, etc)

Every region has its crown jewel and every region has its slum.
Go where you are led and find the jewels among the thorns.

My favorite area outside of _home_ would be the upper northeast area, in and around the Catskill mountains.
It is always beautiful, no matter the season.