Cliff Palace seen from Sun Point View in Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
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26 National Parks That Preserve Native American Heritage & Cultural Sites

ByBram Reusen

With all that overwhelming natural splendor, it’s easy to forget that the National Park System also preserves a wealth of other things and places. In fact, there are literally thousands of Native American heritage and cultural sites in America’s national parks, preserving archaeological sites, battlefields and cultural landmarks.

Bison grazing in prairie, Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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Bison Severely Injures Visitor in Theodore Roosevelt National Park

ByBram Reusen

This news story about a bison goring in Theodore Roosevelt National Park is based on a July 18, 2023, National Park Service press release. You can read the original release here. A recent bison goring in Theodore Roosevelt National Park serves as yet another reminder to visitors that animals in national parks are wild and…

Going-to-the-Sun Road viewpoint in Glacier National Park, Montana
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Awe-Inspiring Overlooks and Viewpoints in the National Parks

ByBram Reusen

Besides wildlife and outdoor adventures, many people visit America’s national parks to see some of the country’s greatest landscapes. While some views require several miles of hiking, there are also many spectacular, easily accessible overlooks and viewpoints in the national parks.

Grizzly bear in the Swiftcurrent Valley, Many Glacier, Glacier National Park
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16 Best U.S. National Parks for Wildlife Watching

ByBram Reusen

Even at home, you can see various animals going about their daily lives. Whether you live in a big city or small town, there’s usually a bunch of different birds flying around, while squirrels play in trees and deer forage fields. If, however, you’d like to really focus on the “wild” in wildlife, you should consider visiting these national parks for wildlife watching.

Black bear sow and cubs on Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
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6 Best Wildlife Drives in the National Parks

ByBram Reusen

While wildlife encounters when hiking are absolutely unforgettable, sometimes it’s better—or best—to see animals from the safety of your car. Although I’m a huge advocate for leaving your vehicle and exploring a park on foot, more often than not, you simply have to drive to see a park properly. Luckily, there are several epic wildlife drives in the national parks.

Washington Monument in Washington, D.C - Top U.S. Presidential National Parks
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33 Fascinating Presidential National Parks: Birthplaces, Homes, Monuments & Memorials

ByBram Reusen

There’s always been a close historical link between America’s presidents and its national parks, from the creation of Yellowstone National Park to the Antiquities Act and many national park sites related to the presidents themselves. There are over 30 presidential national parks, dedicated to presidents like Washington, Lincoln, both Roosevelts, JFK, Eisenhower and more.

Boicourt Overlook in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
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What to Do in Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s South Unit

ByBram Reusen

Honoring one of America’s greatest ever Presidents, Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota is home to thousands of wild animals. Spread out over three different units—the South and North Units and Roosevelt’s Elkhorn Ranch—, it’s a superb place for scenic drives and up-and-close wildlife encounters.

Cyclists in Joshua Tree National Park, California - Best Cycling Roads in American National Parks
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Best USA National Parks for Road Cycling

ByBram Reusen

Have you always wanted to ascend an epic mountain pass? Or encircle a volcano rim? Maybe ride through a desert or along a historic trail? Perhaps even share the road with iconic wildlife? Luckily, you can find all that asphaltic amusement in the following best national parks for road cycling.

Bison at Tower-Roosevelt, Yellowstone National Park
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5 Best National Parks to See Bison in the USA

ByBram Reusen

America’s national mammal, bison were once abundant, then almost extinct, and now protected in various parks and preserves. This includes several national parks, most notably Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Theodore Roosevelt, Badlands and Wind Cave National Parks.

Native American culture in North Dakota
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Discovering Native American Culture in North Dakota

ByBram Reusen

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