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Wind Cave National Park has everything from unique wildlife to cave formations like you’ve never seen before. Find out more about this national park, which is located in South Dakota. See more »
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National park is a term used to denote a reserved area of land owned by the government. Explore all of the parks and learn about their natural scenery and historic values.
How National Parks Work
National parks represent the best of what any nation has to offer. They provide a place to visit, enjoy and cherish. Did you know that every country approaches national park creation in a unique way?
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How the Grand Canyon Works
The Grand Canyon's beauty and magnitude make it one of the seven natural wonders of the world. But how was the largest gorge in the world actually formed?
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National Parks Quiz
The founding fathers of the United States got it right. Set aside huge areas of the most beautiful parts of the country and deem them national parks. Since then, other nations have done the same in the name of preserving our planet's natural wonders.
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Travel the World: Yellowstone
Yellowstone is unbeatable for anyone who loves the great outdoors -- even for those who prefer to see the great outdoors from the comfort of a car. From bison to bears to bobcats, and a whole lot of geothermal goodness, Yellowstone's got it all.
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Acadia National Park
Located off the central coast of Maine, Acadia National Park features Cadillac Mountain and Somes Sound, one of the few fjords in America. Read this article to discover more about Acadia.
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American Samoa National Park
American Samoa National Park delights visitors with its unique sights and native culture. Encompassing three volcanic islands and two coral reefs the park is a wonderland of geology and tropical wildlife. Read these visitor tips.
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Arches National Park
Arches National Park contains the world's largest concentration of natural stone arches. Located in southeastern Utah the park features a wealth of sandstone spires arches and pinnacles. Learn what to see at Arches National Park.
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Badlands National Park
Badlands National Park once home to the Sioux Indians features unique geological formations that amaze its visitors. The park cuts across the Great Plains of southwestern South Dakota. Read these helpful tourist tips.
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Big Bend National Park
Big Bend National Park located in southwestern Texas features the magnificent Chisos Mountains and the Santa Elena Canyon. Read about rafting hiking and other things you can do at Big Bend National Park.
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Biscayne National Park
Biscayne National Park, located just miles from Miami, contains the only living coral reef in the United States. The vast majority of the park is underwater. Learn about this Biscayne National Park.
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Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains some of the deepest gorges in the United States. The Colorado park was established in 1999. Read this article to learn about visiting the Black Canyon.
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Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park, located in southwestern Utah, is home to the world's only hoodoos (a type of rock formation). Learn more about these rocks and the national park as a whole.
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Canyonlands National Park
Canyonlands National Park draws visitors with its striking geological formations and rich anthropological history. Tourists will find sandstone gorges and pinnacles as well as Anasazi petroglyphs. Check out our tips for visitors.
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Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is frequented by visitors interested in exploring the beauty of slickrock wilderness: brightly colored sandstone canyons and domes that cut through the Colorado Plateau. Read these Capitol Reef visitor tips.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Carlsbad Caverns National Park is a popular destination for travelers interested in cave exploration. In addition to more than caves the park features thousands of stalactite and stalagmite formations. Learn about this New Mexico attraction.
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Channel Islands National Park
Channel Islands National Park a series of five islands located off the southern coast of California has myriad attractions: stunning sea vistas unique wildlife and archaeological sites. Read about visiting the park.
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Congaree National Park
Congaree National Park contains a rich ecosystem with hundreds of plant and animal species. Some of the tallest trees in the eastern United States reside in Congaree. Read about visiting this South Carolina park.
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Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake National Park in southwestern Oregon attracts tourists with the startlingly clear blue waters of Crater Lake. About 2000 feet at its deepest point the lake is a mecca for sightseers. Read guidelines for visitors.
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio is centered around the winding Cuyahoga River floodplains and a myriad of wildlife. This unusual park contains more than 900 species of plants and animals. Learn about visiting this park.
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Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park is a sprawling desert land in California that fascinates visitors with its starkly beautiful features. There are mountains salt flats and sand dunes scattered about the park. Read these visitor tips.
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