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23 Greatest Going-to-the-Sun Road Highlights, Hikes, Overlooks & Scenic Spots

One of the greatest mountain roads in North America, the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park is a place of natural wonders and engineering marvels. This guide tells you all about the highlights, best stops and scenic spots on the GTTSR, as well as some hiking suggestions and wildlife viewing locations.

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10 Amazing Wildlife Conservation Success Stories in the National Parks

Many amazing national parks wildlife conservation success stories involve some of America’s most iconic animals. This includes bald eagles, turkeys and alligators, wolves and bison. All came dangerously close to extinction, only to be saved by open spaces, wildlife management and, simply put, opportunity for survival in the national parks.

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11 Amazing Things to Do in Haleakalā National Park

There are many things that distinguish Haleakala from all other U.S. national parks, including the enormous size of the Haleakala Volcano. In this post, you’ll find the top things to do at Haleakala National Park, from sunrise watching to stargazing to bird viewing. Hiking and swimming are popular activities as well.

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9 Best Hikes in Redwood National Park & State Parks

From strolling through a forest of giant old-growth redwoods to walking around Roosevelt elk-inhabited prairies and hiking along pristine coastline, these amazing hikes in Redwood National and State Parks allow you to explore the various landscapes of this UNESCO-protected parks complex in Northern California.

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Shenandoah National Park’s Skyline Drive 2024 Travel Guide

Wind blows through your hair while sun rays hit your scalp. Your favorite music streams from your car’s speaker boxes. Open views of the Shenandoah Valley alternate with thick forest scenery. As you zoom past yet another spectacular viewpoint, a deer scurries back into the brush. If you’re lucky, you might even spot one of Shenandoah National Park’s black bears.

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7 Amazing Day Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park

Iconic Joshua trees stand tall in a desert landscape dominated by huge jumbles of rock. Arid hills form a remarkable backdrop. Blue skies offer a stark contrast to the yellows, browns and greens of this unique scenery. Roadrunners scurry across the sandy desert floors while ravens circle overhead.

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Best Waterfall Hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

Oregon is known far and wide for its lush forests filled with moss-covered rocks and trees, many volcanoes and hundreds of photogenic waterfalls. Especially the Columbia River Gorge, which forms much of the border between Oregon and Washington State, is famous for being a waterfall hotspot.

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5 Best National Parks to See the Northern Lights

Few natural phenomena are as magical and captivating as the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights. This is Mother Nature’s greatest show, a dazzling display of dancing lights in the sky. In the U.S., there are various places to see this amazing show, including these national parks.

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