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Most Dog-Friendly National Parks in the U.S.

Bram — Fri, 26 May 2023 15:41:00 +0000

More often than not in America's national parks, your dog is only allowed in campgrounds, on and near paved roads, and/or in some accommodations. Only in developed areas, in other words. Some parks, however, also welcome dogs on hiking trails. Here are the most dog-friendly national parks of them all.

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10 Idyllic Swimming Spots in National Parks

Bram — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:32:30 +0000

America’s national parks are home to numerous scenic swimming spots, whether it’s a lakeshore, ocean beach, riverbank or even hot spring. Few things are more refreshing than jumping into a lake or swimming hole in summer, especially if it’s surrounded by idyllic national park scenery. Spending some time on a national park beach and cooling...

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33 Fascinating Presidential National Parks: Birthplaces, Homes, Monuments & Memorials

Bram — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:12:12 +0000

There's always been a close historical link between America's presidents and its national parks, from the creation of Yellowstone National Park to the Antiquities Act and many national park sites related to the presidents themselves. There are over 30 presidential national parks, dedicated to presidents like Washington, Lincoln, both Roosevelts, JFK, Eisenhower and more.

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15 (Surprising) Urban National Parks in the USA

Bram — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 19:47:31 +0000

More than 80% of Americans currently live in an urban area. Whether it’s a small town or huge metropolis, people gravitate more and more toward population clusters. This, combined with the increasing popularity of nature getaways and outdoor activities, makes the creation and upkeep of urban national parks even more important.

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What to Do in Hot Springs National Park in a Day – 5 Activities

Bram — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 17:29:33 +0000

As its name suggests, the park’s main feature and the reason for its historic popularity are its numerous hot springs. Known as the “Valley of Vapors” by Native Americans, who had been visiting the area for thousands of years to bathe in its healing waters, modern development began when the thermal waters were federally protected in the 19th century.

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Long-Distance Hikes in the USA Shorter Than 1,000 Miles

Bram — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 21:56:13 +0000

The definition of a thru-hike is the end-to-end completion of a long-distance hike in one hiking season. For most people, it will be impossible to thru-hike any of the three major long-distance hikes in the US. What is possible, however, —with some willpower, planning and cooperative employers—is hiking these nine awesome thru-hikes under 1,000 miles.

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