National parks and other sites managed by the National Park Service are among the most popular holiday destinations in the United States, both among Americans and foreign visitors alike. In …
Camping is extremely popular among holidaying Americans and what better place to pitch your tent or park your RV than a national park campground? And I’ll do one better: is …
With its white-sand beaches, swaying palm trees, turquoise waters, and numerous scenic views, Virgin Islands National Park is an absolute paradise—a park unlike any other. One of my personal highlights …
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.
Known far and wide for its beautiful subalpine meadows, spectacular trails, and sensational views, Mount Rainier National Park boasts one of the greatest displays of summer wildflowers in America. Seeing …
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 …
This overview of national parks that require reservations in 2024 was last updated on June 3, 2024. If you’re planning your next national park road trip or hiking vacation, you …
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 …
Visiting Olympic National Park requires a significant amount of time, mainly because it involves driving around the entire Olympic Peninsula. If you don’t have time for long day hikes, there are numerous short and easy trails to explore in this incredibly diverse national park.
One of the largest national parks in the contiguous United States, Yellowstone is not a place you can fully explore and experience in a day or two. Yellowstone National Park is enormous. Therefore, knowing the best places to visit in Yellowstone will help you make the best of your time in the park, however long that may be.
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.
Spring may be the shortest season in Yellowstone National Park, but it positively bursts with activity. During the months of April and May, the park reawakens—very much in the literal …
Occupying much of the Olympic Peninsula in northwestern Washington State, Olympic National Park protects a wide variety of ecosystems, from alpine meadows and lakes to rugged coastlines and verdant rain …
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.