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A comprehensive overview of the commemorative sites, natural wonders, cultural legacies, and visitor amenities of the U.S. National Parks.
Arizona
California
Colorado
Flordia
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Table of Contents
- Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake National Park in Oregon is home to the deepest lake in the United States, formed 7,700 years ago by a volcanic eruption that collapsed Mount Mazama. The park features stunning blue water, dramatic volcanic geology, diverse wildlife, and scenic trails for all seasons.
- Mount Rainier National Park
Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes. Wildlife abounds in the park’s ecosystems. A lifetime of discovery awaits.
- North Cascades National Park
North Cascades National Park protects a dramatic mountain landscape shaped by geology, glaciers, and climate. The park is home to diverse ecosystems, wild rivers, and a rich cultural history. Visitors come to explore its remote beauty, vibrant ecology, and wilderness opportunities.
- Olympic National Park
- Channel Islands National Park
- Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park is the hottest, driest, and lowest national park in the United States. This vast desert basin, spanning eastern California and western Nevada, reveals dramatic landscapes—towering snow-capped peaks, below-sea-level salt flats, colorful badlands, sprawling sand dunes, and lush oases. Amid extreme heat and aridity, remarkable geology, resilient plants and animals, and centuries of human history—including Native American, miner, and settler stories—await exploration in this land of extremes.
- Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is a desert jewel where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet. Discover iconic Joshua trees, dramatic boulders, star-filled skies, and more than 3 million annual visitors enjoying hiking, camping, rock climbing, and unforgettable scenery.
- Kings Canyon National Park
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks protect centuries-old giant sequoias, dramatic Sierra Nevada peaks, and deep wilderness canyons. Plan your visit to explore giant trees, day hikes, camping, and backcountry adventures!
- Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park is a land of volcanic wonders, vibrant ecosystems, and scenic trails. Explore hydrothermal features, dramatic landscapes, and serene lakes within a vast wilderness. Plan your visit for hiking, camping, ranger programs, and more. The park is open year-round, with seasonal access changes.
- Pinnacles National Park
Pinnacles National Park protects a spectacular landscape forged 23 million years ago by volcanic eruptions, featuring towering rock pinnacles, rare caves, and diverse wildlife. The park offers hiking, climbing, camping, and a chance to see endangered condors up close.
- Redwood National and State Parks
Redwood National and State Parks safeguard towering redwoods, wild rivers, elk-filled prairies, and rugged coastline. These parks protect priceless ecology, Native American heritage, and logging-era history while offering forest hikes, scenic drives, camping, and beachcombing in Northern California’s redwood country.
- Sequoia National Park
- Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site in California’s Sierra Nevada, famed for its towering granite domes, spectacular waterfalls, ancient giant sequoias, diverse wildlife, and vast wilderness. Enjoy world-class hiking, climbing, camping, and more in this iconic landscape.
- Arches National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park (est. 1928) protects a vast amphitheater filled with colorful hoodoos, offers scenic overlooks, world-class hiking, and incredible dark sky programs. The park sits on a high plateau with diverse flora, fauna, and unique geology, attracting nature lovers year-round.
- Canyonlands National Park
A vast Utah park where the Colorado and Green Rivers carve scenic canyons and create spectacular sandstone formations. Divided into four distinct districts, each offers unique vistas, trails, and remote wilderness adventures.
- Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park protects a spectacular region of red sandstone, twisted formations, desert canyons, and historic orchards. Visitors can explore scenic drives, hike slot canyons, discover petroglyphs, and experience a remote beauty unlike any other. The park offers camping, ranger programs, and year-round access for adventure and discovery.
- Zion National Park
Meta description: Zion National Park – home to towering Navajo sandstone cliffs, slot canyons, the Virgin River, and iconic hikes like Angels Landing and The Narrows. Plan your visit to Utah’s first national park.
- Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park is a mile-deep geologic wonder in northern Arizona, stretching 278 miles along the Colorado River. The park offers breathtaking views, rich tribal history, diverse wildlife, and a variety of visitor experiences from rim walks to river rafting. Open year-round at the South Rim, with seasonal North Rim operations.
- Petrified Forest National Park
- Saguaro National Park
Saguaro National Park, located in Tucson, Arizona, protects the nation’s largest cacti—the giant saguaro—and preserves a unique Sonoran Desert landscape. The park offers breathtaking desert scenery, diverse plant and animal life, and opportunities for hiking, camping, and scenic driving across its two districts. Experience the iconic American West silhouette and vibrant desert ecosystems at Saguaro National Park.
- Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, located in west-central Colorado, showcases some of the steepest cliffs, oldest rocks, and most rugged landscapes in North America. Established as a national monument in 1933 and redesignated as a national park in 1999, it is open year-round and offers rim views, hiking, camping, and deep wilderness exploration .
- Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve protects North America's tallest sand dunes along with diverse ecosystems including grasslands, forests, and alpine peaks. Visitors can hike, camp, splash in creeks, and explore dynamic dune landscapes year-round.
- Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park preserves over 5,000 archaeological sites, including famed cliff dwellings, mesa top ruins, and ancient artifacts. The park offers ranger-led tours, hiking, museums, and environmental beauty year-round. Reservations are required for cliff dwelling tours.
- Rocky Mountain National Park
- Biscayne National Park
Biscayne National Park preserves the northernmost of the true Florida Keys and a vast marine environment including aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and dynamic coral reefs. Enjoy boating, snorkeling, diving, and exploring shipwrecks in this unique underwater park.
Last updated: Fri Jun 6, 2025
