Towering walls of dark gray stone shoot up over 2,700 feet above the fast, churning Gunnison River, forming one of the most breathtaking canyons in the country. In some spots, it’s deeper…
How to visit Biscayne National Park
Why You Should Visit Biscayne National Park Even though it’s right next to one of the biggest cities in the country, Biscayne National Park’s wild waters, islands, and mangroves stay surprisingly untouched….
Big Bend Hosts the Most Bird Species of Any National Park
The Chihuahuan Desert is mostly covered in vegetation—bunchgrasses, creosote bushes, cactuses, lechuguillas, yuccas, sotols, and more. But the Rio Grande, with its lush floodplains and steep, narrow canyons, creates what feels like…
These Spectacular Rock Sculptures Reveal Millennia of History
This park is home to over 2,000 natural arches—more than anywhere else in the country. But the real magic isn’t in the numbers—it’s in the breathtaking scenery: towering arches, massive balanced rocks,…
4 of the Best Wheelchair-Accessible Trails in U.S. National Parks
For wheelchair users, the great outdoors can sometimes feel off-limits. With uneven terrain and unexpected obstacles courtesy of nature, many people with disabilities might choose to stay indoors rather than venture outside….