15 Nature Quotes that Outdoors People Will Love

Everyone loves a great quote. And even more people love a great nature quote that connects or reminds them of the outdoors. Below are 15 nature quotes that will joggle a fond memory of the outdoors!

1. “Nature is not a place to visit; it is home.” – Gary Snyder

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2. “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” – John Muir

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3. “Wilderness is not a luxury but necessity of the human spirit.” – Edward Abbey

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4. “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!'” – Robin Williams

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5. “He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature.” – Socrates

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6. “There is no Wi-Fi in the forest, but I promise you will find a better connection.” – Ralph Smart

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7. “There is considerable overlap between the intelligence of the smartest bears and the dumbest tourists.” – Yellowstone park ranger

Note: I’m not totally sure this is a real nature quote, but it’s fantastic.

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8. “It’s okay to go through awful places; just don’t stop and unpack” -Unknown

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9. “The steps you take don’t have to be big. They just have to take you in the right direction” – Dr. Jemma Simmons

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10. “If you wish to know the divine, feel the wind on your face and the warm sun on your hand.” – Buddha

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11. “We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Chief Seattle

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12. “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.” – Greek proverb

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13. “The only way out is through” – Robert Frost

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14. “Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow. Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead. Walk beside me… just be my friend” – Albert Camus

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15. “Time spent amongst trees is never wasted time.” – Katrina Mayer

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Exploring Wrangell St. Elias National Park

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Flightseeing Above Denali National Park

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Driving the Magical Denali Highway

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