Where to See Wolves in Yellowstone National Park
The reintroduction of gray wolves (Canis lupus) to Yellowstone National Park is one of the greatest wildlife conservation success stories in the national parks. In fact, the return of the …
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Top 12 Fall Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
As varied as the park itself, these amazing fall hikes in Mount Rainier National Park will take you through fragrant pine forests, to waterfalls, around shimmering lakes, across breathtaking meadows, to mountain summits and into an Arctic tundra-like environment.
7 Top Things to Do in Shark Valley (Everglades National Park)
“Shark Valley is the heartland of the Everglades,” the National Park Service says. Is there a better reason to visit this part of Everglades National Park? I didn’t think so …
Bear Hibernation in Yellowstone: When Do Bears Hibernate?
One of the great pleasures of visiting Yellowstone National Park is seeing bears in the wild. Both black bears and grizzly bears call the park home and are active—and therefore …
These 13 Spots Offer the Best Fall Foliage Views on Shenandoah’s Skyline Drive
Fall is the peak tourist season in Shenandoah National Park, a time when thousands of leaf-peepers leisurely travel up and down Skyline Drive looking for the best fall foliage views. …
Where to See Fall Colors in Acadia National Park
Come September, the forested hills and lakeshores of Acadia National Park slowly begin to exchange summer’s greens for the vibrant hues of autumn. As temperatures slowly decrease and the days …
12 Best Views on the Arches National Park Scenic Drive
Meandering its way for 18 miles across a landscape dotted with striking red rock formations, the Scenic Drive in Arches National Park offers access to all of the park’s top …
15 Best Wildflower Hikes in Mount Rainier National Park
Although (parts of) the park are open throughout the year, summer is the absolute peak season in Mount Rainier National Park. And there’s one main reason for that: spectacular displays …
8 Must-Visit National Parks Near Portland, Oregon
Situated at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers, on the border of Oregon and Washington, Portland is the ideal starting point for a Pacific Northwest national parks road trip. This outdoorsy, eco-friendly city offers easy access to some of the greatest U.S. national parks.
Best Months to Visit Each National Park (With Chart)
As America’s national parks become more and more popular each year, many of them have to deal with huge crowds, traffic congestions, and other issues, such as incidents involving wildlife. …
3 Extraordinary National Parks (And 1 National Preserve) Near Miami, Florida
Florida is unlike the rest of the U.S. in more than one way—that’s not exactly a secret. And that’s also very much true when it comes to national parks. While many of America’s parks protect either mountain scenery or desert landscapes, the three national parks in Florida have everything to do with water…
Escape the Crowds at These 5 Less Busy National Parks This Summer
The 2023 summer is set to be one of the busiest in National Park Service history, if not the busiest. Parks from Yosemite to Arches and Zion have experienced exceptionally …
10 Breathtaking Views in Yellowstone National Park
People from all around the globe visit Yellowstone National Park for many reasons. They want to see the world’s most famous geyser erupt, watch iconic wildlife, walk on the rim …
9 Best Hikes in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
Although Crater Lake National Park is not renowned for its epic backpacking opportunities, there are some pretty amazing day hikes you can do in the park. Whether you’re looking for a strenuous climb to a mountain viewpoint or an easy stroll along the Crater Lake rim—or even a gorgeous waterfall!—there’s a surprisingly variety in your Crater Lake hiking options.