Major Cities With International Airports Near National Parks
You can find many—if not most—of the greatest national parks in the USA near major urban centers. That includes such iconic parks as Shenandoah, Olympic, Everglades, Joshua Tree, Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain and several others, all of which are a short drive from at least one large city with an international airport.
So, even if you’re planning a city break, you can still relatively easily escape the traffic, hustle and bustle of downtowns across America. On the other hand, the proximity of epic parks to major cities is also a welcome convenience for both domestic and international travelers.
People traveling from elsewhere in the USA, or visitors from other countries who come to experience America’s spectacular nature, will find these cities near national parks to be the perfect starting points for national park road trips.
All cities listed below have a major international airport, which serve as the gateway to their specific region, whether it’s the East Coast, Rocky Mountains, Southwest or Pacific Northwest.