In March, millions of flowers spring into bloom in the Southern California desert parks, most notably in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, carpeting the desert floor with all kinds of colors, from white and yellow to purple and blue.
Although best known for its stunning beaches and world-class snorkeling, Virgin Islands National Park has no lack of beautiful landscapes and scenic views either. When visiting this gorgeous national park …
Oregon is known far and wide for its lush forests filled with moss-covered rocks and trees, many volcanoes and hundreds of photogenic waterfalls. Especially the Columbia River Gorge, which forms much of the border between Oregon and Washington State, is famous for being a waterfall hotspot.
Virgin Islands National Park is quite different from most other U.S. national parks. For one, it’s the only American national park in the Caribbean! Thanks to its tropical location, the …
This overview of national parks that require reservations in 2024 was last updated on January 21, 2024. If you’re planning your next national park road trip or hiking vacation, you …
Well within the heart of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, February is typically a pretty quiet month in America’s national parks. In fact, only January tends to be even less …
One of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon will leave an everlasting impression on anyone who lays eyes on it. Simply gazing into this vast Colorado …
Preserving a portion of two distinct desert ecosystems—the Mojave and Colorado deserts—Joshua Tree National Park is dotted with striking geological formations, iconic vegetation, historic sites, and scenic views. There’s plenty …
After the holiday shopping, cooking, family gatherings, and celebrations of December, January is usually a time of contemplation, resolutions, and peace and quiet. It’s also a fantastic month to explore …
America’s national parks system spans the entire country, from Alaska and Hawaii to Florida and Utah. All 50 states and the District of Columbia have one or more National Park …
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park are among the most numerous and best-preserved of their kind in North America. They are one of …
Few natural phenomena are as magical and captivating as the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights. This is Mother Nature’s greatest show, a dazzling display of dancing lights in the sky. In the U.S., there are various places to see this amazing show, including these national parks.
According to the National Park Service, “hot springs are the most common hydrothermal features in Yellowstone.” And indeed, you can find these colorful pools at various locations throughout the park. …
The health benefits of hiking are well known and well documented nowadays. And few things are better for a “nature bath” than going on a reinvigorating hike in a national park. These are some of the greatest day hikes in the U.S. National Park System.