National Parks
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.
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A Tribute to a Hero of American Conservation Theodore Roosevelt National Park protects the land of the North Dakota Badlands and preserves the memory of Theodore Roosevelt, considered by many to be our nation’s “Conservation President.” Activities in Theodore Roosevelt National Park There are many places to visit and explore at Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
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A Land of Water and Hardwood Forests Full of intricate waterways and hardwood forests, Voyageurs National Park is a beautiful collage of land and water. Summer, spring, winter, and fall: The park is a peaceful oasis throughout the year.
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Subterranean Adventures Await Buffalo roam the grasslands and elk wander the ponderosa pine forests of Wind Cave National Park in South Dakota. Beneath the surface of this sanctuary, a complex labyrinth of corridors filled with rare boxwork — honeycomb-like calcite formations — awaits.
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Rugged Adventure Awaits in America’s Largest National Park Measuring in at more than 13 million acres, the massive Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is the largest area in the National Park Service. The park features four prominent mountain ranges, including the volcanic Wrangell Mountain Range and the St. Elias Mountain Range. The latter is […] The post Wrangell – St.
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The World’s First National Park Established in 1872 — before our young nation had even celebrated its centennial — Yellowstone is America’s first national park.
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Land of Waterfalls, Giant Sequoias, Valleys, and Sheer Cliffs Yosemite National Park’s 1,200 square miles of towering waterfalls, giant sequoias, broad meadows, narrow canyons, and rugged mountains have beckoned to visitors for more than 150 years.
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A Natural Wonder Unlike Any Other Known for its towering sandstone monoliths, swooping rock arches, and painted canyon walls, Zion National Park’s natural wonders place it among the great sightseeing destinations in the western United States. The majority of the park’s land is protected wilderness, open to backcountry travelers on a limited basis.
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These brilliant gypsum dunes are the largest in the world and near the site of the first atomic bomb detonation in 1945. They're also renowned for their Instagram-ready landscapes. Our writer went for a visit.
By Melanie Radzicki McManus
The city is planning to be 50 percent greenspace by 2050. Who says you can't take the Tube to a pub in the middle of a national park?
By Jesslyn Shields
Thousands of people died trying to cross it over the decades. Even today, it's not a trip for the faint-hearted.
By Nathan Chandler
While most people visit America's national parks in the summer, they could miss out by not heading there in the winter. In fact, some parks are even better in the wintertime. Here are 10 you shouldn't miss when the weather turns cold.
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More than 1,000 people have gone missing from U.S. national parks. Are there reasonable explanations or is there something more sinister at work?
By Diana Brown
Africa’s Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is one of the most famous parks in the world and the ultimate destination for game drives or witnessing the astounding, annual Great Migration.
By Susie Stauffer
2017 is the year of Canada’s 150th Anniversary! As such, Canada is giving out free National Park passes which you can select (not buy) online and have it mailed to you for free. I got my parks pass mainly because it was free and it would a great way to plan day trips.
By Lindsay Duncan
No disrespect intended to state and provincial parks, but the designation of National Park means the crème de la crème of the USA’s natural real estate. The resourceful experts at Backpacker.com have cleverly compiled a list of the Best Hikes in the country’s venerable National Park Service.
By Bruce Yaccato
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Darwin and the surrounding Top End is home to some of the best weather, most breathtaking scenery, and historically important sites in Australia, and is less often included in the traditional Australian travel trail, making it easier to find those pockets of real remote outback.
By Tom Honeyman
Regardless of what time of year you get the chance to visit Kakadu National Park in Australia’s Northern Territory, jump on that opportunity and enjoy what the park has to offer.
By Sarah Young
Iguazu National Park in Argentina is Brazil’s second oldest national park. It provides protection to one of South America’s largest forested areas. Filled with breathtaking beauty and fantastic views, there are ten amazing things to see in Iguazu National Park. 1. Iguazu Falls Iguazu Falls is the beautiful center piece of Iguazu National Park.
By Angela Ayles
Are you looking for a different kind of vacation? Why not check out the national parks of different countries? National parks are protected lands managed by the governments. They are the stage on which Mother Nature is the star.
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Yosemite National Park is a beautiful place to visit and take in nature's beauty. It's also enormous, with many places to hike. What's your best bet for a Yosemite adventure?
By John Kelly
The highest park in the U.S., Rocky Mountain National Park is known for snow-capped peaks even in summer and the Continental Divide. What else can you see?
By Becky Striepe
"Experience your America." It's an inviting proposition, isn't it? It's the welcoming slogan of the U.S. National Park Service.
By Eleanor Duse
Ever since the first national park was established in the United States, they've been a getaway for relaxation and adventure for humans, and a safe haven for wildlife. Take a journey through America's national parks.
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The Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia is one of the largest tracts of protected Eastern woodlands. Learn what really makes it a mecca for vacationers and outdoorspeople of all stripes -- fishers, hikers, mountain bikers, and paddlers.
By the Editors of Mobil Travel Guide
Ouachita National Forest spans 1.8 million acres in a wide swath north of Hot Springs, Arkansas, that reaches all the way to Oklahoma. The forest is known for its streams and pristine lakes. Learn about family vacations in Ouachita National Forest.
By the Editors of Mobil Travel Guide