Preserving one of America’s last remaining tracts of intact mixed-grass prairie, Badlands National Park is home to several iconic prairie animals. If you’re planning to do some wildlife watching during …
Home to the tallest trees on Earth, many of which soar more than 350 feet above the forest floor below, the Redwood National and State Parks are unique in the world. This four-park complex preserves some of the last remaining groves of coast redwoods. Other attractions include a rugged coastline, prairies and wildlife.
Up to 90% of people who visit Glacier Bay National Park in southeast Alaska do so on a cruise ship. They never actually set foot on land, thus missing out …
Arguably the most scenic area in one of the most spectacular national parks, Many Glacier has a seemingly endless supply of fun to offer. This amazing corner of Glacier National …
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.
Quite possibly the most iconic place in south Florida’s Biscayne National Park, Boca Chita Key is also the park’s most visited island. In this blog post, I’ll tell you all …
The reintroduction of gray wolves (Canis lupus) to Yellowstone National Park is one of the greatest wildlife conservation success stories in the national parks. In fact, the return of the …
Situated in the Black Hills of South Dakota, an area of invaluable cultural significance to the Lakota people, Wind Cave National Park preserves sprawling prairie landscapes, the historical home of …
In southwestern South Dakota, a huge collection of multicolored rock formations sits within sprawling prairie, providing a home to one of America’s largest federal bison herds. Although its name implies …
During the spring calving and fall mating seasons, elk can be particularly dangerous. This post offers useful information about how to stay safe while observing and recreating near elk. Following these elk safety tips will ensure that your elk viewing experience is a safe and successful one.
The sagebrush flats, ponds, streams, and mountains of Grand Teton National Park are prime bear habitat. Both black and grizzly bears call Grand Teton home, thriving in the park’s varied …
South Florida’s Everglades National Park was established in 1947 with the specific purpose to protect the region’s subtropical wetlands and extraordinary biodiversity. Especially the remarkable diversity of birds in the …
The “North American Serengeti”, Yellowstone National Park is a paradise for wildlife lovers. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly where to see wildlife in Yellowstone, including bison, bears, moose, elk and wolves, as well as when to visit Yellowstone for the best wildlife viewing. Plus tips to stay safe in wildlife country!
The Everglades is not only the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Wetland of International Importance. It’s also the only place on …