Year: 2024

North Cascades National Park is rugged and remote, often referred to as the American Alps because of its jagged mountain peaks and bright green slopes. While there are plenty of scenic drives and overlooks that put the park’s wild beauty on display, you’ll want to hit the hiking trails to get a true sense of what the park has to offer. With over 300 glaciers and 300 lakes, the North Cascades Range has the largest glacial system in the United States outside of Alaska. Black bears are fairly active in…

First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more. Yosemite National Park is in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome. In Yosemite Village are shops, restaurants, lodging, the Yosemite Museum and the Ansel Adams Gallery,…

Olympic National Park was originally designated Mount Olympus National Monument in 1922. It’s easy to see why it was named after the home of the ancient Greek gods. Olympic is the most diverse national park in America, with terrain ranging from lowland forests to glacier-capped mountains, alpine lakes, temperate rainforests, and over 70 miles of rugged coastline. The Hoh Rain Forest is the largest temperate rainforest in North America and gets over 12 feet of rain per year! Though the park does get heavy traffic in peak season, it is…

Rocky Mountain National Park’s 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing. Top tip Plan Your Trip. There is something for everyone to enjoy during the fall season in Rocky Mountain National Park. Timed Entry Permit Reservations are in effect from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.…

Yellowstone is a one of a kind natural wonder, full of diversity both in terms of nature and wildlife! In this article, we go over some of the things to do in Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone is one of the most awe-inspiring attractions in the United States. Home to almost 500 geysers, some of the most beautiful natural springs in the world, and a slew of majestic wildlife, the park is a must-visit if you’re in the area. Here are some of the best things to do in Yellowstone. Old…