Since its founding on August 25, 1916, the U.S. National Park Service has assembled 419 protected units, of which 62 hold the ...

National Park Week has been a celebratory time to enjoy, learn about, and explore the many national parks within the United ...

One way to balance your holiday choices with residents’ quality of life is to stay in less tourist-heavy areas. Francisco ...

Olympic National Park is known as one of the quietest places in the U.S., and it's home to 1 million acres of rainforest.

Where to hike: Mud Lake Open Space, 2034 County Road 126, is an excellent choice. From the Mud Lake Trailhead, combine the ...

Yakima Skyline Trail (Yakima, WA) Roughly 80 miles from TriCities, this gorgeous 4.4-mile trail overlooks the Yakima Valley combines moderate hiking with fields of vibrant wildflowers, views of ther ...

In a world where most good things require significant effort, Bear Lake Loop in Estes Park, Colorado stands as a glorious exception to the rule – a place where nature delivers maximum awe with minimum ...

Colorado residents, you’ve been holding out on the rest of us. This little half-mile loop might just be the highest return-on ...

Travelers who heard about National Park Service layoffs in February may have reconsidered visits, but here’s what to know ...

Explore trails in British Columbia that criss-cross Canada’s most spectacular mountain range — whatever your level of ...

Beyond April 19, additional fee-free days are scheduled for later in the year, including June 19 (Juneteenth), August 4 ...

Rocky Mountain National Park will celebrate National Parks Week with free admission on Saturday and interactive activities ...