Yosemite National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada is a place where high peaks tower over neighboring valleys, and roaring mountain rivers cascade over granite ledges. From early inhabitants like the native Ahwahneechee, to conservation advocates like naturalist John Muir, Yosemite has always been an inspirational natural wonder. Yosemite played an early role in the idea […]

Straddling the Continental Divide in the Northern Rockies, Glacier National Park is a wonderland of milky blue alpine lakes, jagged mountain peaks, and dramatic, glacially-carved terrain. Add in the unparalleled hiking trails, whitewater rivers, and stunning lakeside chalets, and it’s easy to see why this park should skyrocket to the top of your bucket list. […]

Utah’s no slouch when it comes to national parks — it’s got five incredible parks that show off its otherworldly, red rock landscapes. Each of Utah’s “Mighty 5” is worth a visit, but this state’s first — and busiest — national park deserves a prime spot on your bucket list. Zion National Park, in southwest […]