Destinations

National Parks

From Yellowstone to Acadia, discover all our national parks have to offer.

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Latina woman sitting in the desert alone watching the starry sky and the milky way in the background Credit:Oscar Gutierrez Zozulia

Top Spots for Stargazing in US National Parks

From certified dark sky parks to naturally dark wilderness areas, these destinations offer stellar night sky views
June 12, 2025
Woman hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

5-Plus Ways to Visit Our National Parks for Free—Yes, Free!

Here’s how to visit any national park for free this year—plus, the 23 national parks that never charge an entrance fee
May 21, 2025
Zion National Park

Utah’s Five National Parks Offer Stunning Scenery

Canyons, deserts, rivers and hoodoos: Utah’s five national parks offer unparalleled scenery
April 2, 2025
Zion National Park

Exploring America's Best National Parks Off-Season for Fewer Crowds and Greater Savings

Discover the tranquility and natural wonders of these seven national parks during their quieter months
July 30, 2024
Downtown Hot Springs. Photo courtesy of Visit Hot Springs

History Runs Deep at Arkansas’ Hot Springs National Park

From indigenous Americans and 19th-century settlers to 20th-century gangsters and today’s tourists, the allure of this national park lives on
July 18, 2024
McAfee Knob, Virginia. Photo courtesy of Visit Vbr/Where’s Gordo Photography

The Appalachian Trail for All

You don’t have to be a hard-core hiker to enjoy this celebrated pathway
July 17, 2024
 Gladioluses in Cades Cove

This National Park Is One of the Most Biodiverse Places in the World

From the large to the small, from bears and elk to tiger snails and fireflies, wildlife abounds at Great Smoky Mountains National Park
July 11, 2024
Jordan Pond in Acadia National Park

Amazing Acadia

These must-see and lesser-known attractions showcase the splendor that is Acadia National Park
July 11, 2024
Moose Drool-Braised Bison Short Ribs at Yellowstone National Park

National Park Foodie Guide

The best places to eat at our favorite national parks, from Shenandoah to Yosemite and beyond
July 11, 2024
Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

The Open Road and National Parks Are Calling

Visit these 3 national parks for your next getaway
June 10, 2024
Badlands National Park

The 5 Most Wheelchair-Accessible National Parks

Explore accessible national parks like Bryce Canyon National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Badlands National Park, and more
April 22, 2024
Amtrak train, Potomac River at Harpers Ferry West Virginia

4 Must-See National Parks Accessible via Amtrak Routes

The easiest way to visit Glacier National Park, New River Gorge National Park, The Blue Ridge Mountains, and more
April 22, 2024

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