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16 Best U.S. National Parks for Wildlife Watching

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.

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Caramelized Onion and Braised Mushroom Mac & Cheese Recipe (Shenandoah National Park)

Caramelized onion and braised mushroom mac ‘n’ cheese recipe inspired by: Shenandoah National Park, Virginia (alternatively: Great Smoky Mountains National Park or New River Gorge National Park). From the rain-drenched …

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Enjoy Spectacular Fall Colors at These 10 U.S. National Parks

The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.

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5 U.S. National Parks With Amazing Black Bear Viewing Opportunities

The most abundant bear species in the world, black bears are found all across North America, from Alaska and Canada to the contiguous United States and northern Mexico. Your chances of seeing black bears in the wild are excellent in these national parks.

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6 Best Wildlife Drives in the National Parks

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.

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Where to Watch the Sunrise in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia

Watching a sunrise in Shenandoah National Park is one of the five absolute highlights in this magnificent park in central Virginia. It’s incredibly easy to do, too. Skyline Drive winds its way across the crest of the Blue Ridge, cutting across the park from north to south, lined with more than 70 overlooks. These are the best viewpoints and mountaintops to see the sunrise in Shenandoah.

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8 Classic Fall Activities in Shenandoah National Park

Fall is by far my favorite season in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Bringing crisp air, stunning sunsets, great wildlife watching and breathtaking colors, fall is a great time to get outside in Shenandoah. This blog post tells you the best way to spend a day in Shenandoah in the fall.

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