Top 10 US National Parks Worth VIsiting
The National Parks of the United States are a luxury that many residents can enjoy throughout the year. The diversity of these 59 National Parks, is a reflection of the diversity of the land and people of the United States. From thick green forests to the clear blue seas, the United States is home to some of most picturesque and natural landscapes in the world. These protected parks are a big draw for visitors and tourists.
In a country that has many modern skyscrapers and and a big-city way of life, these parks offer a glimpse into the beauty that stunned many of the early settlers. This beauty has been well preserved for all visitors to see in these wide open spaces that are sure to inspire a love for the land.
The following 10 National Parks offer truly unique landscapes. Together, they comprise some of the most diverse examples of nature visible in the world today.
Yellowstone National Park
The first National Park in the world is also home to some of the best geothermal activity in the world. Awe inspiring geysers, boiling mud pots, vividly colored hot springs with crystal clear blue water and even forests with plenty of wildlife await visitors to the park. Home of the world-renowned Old Faithful Geyser and historic Old Faithful Inn, this park is well worth the trip to Wyoming.
Biscayne National Park
A diver’s paradise on the tip of Florida, this park has everything from coral reefs to habitat for endangered Manatees. View protected American Crocodiles and mangrove forest while taking a break from exploring the beautiful underwater reef, abundant sea life and crystal clear azure sea. The park is close enough to Miami to give plenty to do at night.
Glacier National Park
What used to be a park renowned for showcasing about 30 different glaciers is quickly becoming a park for viewing what receding glaciers leave behind. Still home to about 26 glaciers, Glacier National Park has over 130 lakes, craggy peaks, immense pockets of forest and the world’s best-preserved fossils from the Proterozoic Era. Located in Montana, the park also contains several historic hotels.
Yosemite National Park
Home to the famous and magnificent granite formations, Half Dome and El Capitan, Yosemite National Park is one of the most picturesque National Parks in the world. From cascading waterfalls to streams meandering through grassy meadows lined by thick pine forests, Yosemite has plenty of gorgeous scenery. The park can get crowded during the peak season in summer, so reserve accommodations before visiting.
Grand Canyon National Park
Exposed by millions of years of erosion, the Grand Canyon is a site to behold. The Colorado River is now a trickle of water at the base of the towering canyon walls. Located in a state known for its dessert landscapes, Arizona, the Grand Canyon is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The expansive views from the canyon rim are spectacular with the vibrant earth-tone hues and depth of the canyon below.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Carlsbad Caverns National Park is home to some of the most incredible cave formations in the world. With 117 caves, the park welcomes visitors with its show cave, Carlsbad Cavern, that has a limestone Big Room chamber that is over 1,200 meters wide and 78 meters high.
Redwood National Park
Enormous redwood trees are protected in this beautiful park full of ferns and forest. Many of the world’s tallest and most magnificent trees can be viewed here as well as an occasional bright yellow banana slug that can be seen foraging beneath the behemoth trees.
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is home to the Hoh Rain Forest, one of the wettest places on Earth. Green is the predominant color with plenty of moss hanging from trees of the dense forest. The park also has some of the most violent stretches of coastline on the western part of the US.
Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park is home to the fascinating cliff dwellings of the ancient Pueblo Indians of the American Southwest. Sandstone formations with rich colors abound and the architectural wonders are examples of the perseverance of people who once roamed the barren land.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
A visit to the big island of Hawaii is incomplete without a visit to this site. Mother Nature’s fury and power of creation can be viewed along with evidence of the ongoing activity that continues to shape the island and state of Hawaii. Home to one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Kilauea.
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