Time to head out with the family this summer. You love camping and want to hit some of the national parks throughout North America. But the thought of fighting traffic and crowds at some of the more popular destinations isn't very appealing. Fortunately, these 6 places let you enjoy the beauty of the park without the headache of the crowds:
1. Arches. Located in southern Utah, the stunning sandstone arches are an amazing scene. Two not to be missed are Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch, the latter of which happens to be the park's largest. Because of the terrain, hiking is the main activity of choice.
2. Badlands. South Dakota's Badlands National Park is truly a marvel of nature. Amid the wandering bighorn sheep and bison, you'll notice the vast prairies along with the buttes and canyons. It truly does feel like two parks (or three) in one.
3. Big Bend National Park. This is truly the park for the water enthusiast. Located in western Texas, river rafting on the Rio Grande is a popular attraction. Canoeing and kayaking are perfect ways to take in the breathtaking views. The park, situated on more than 3/4 of a million acres, got its name because of the very large bend in the river.
4. Biscayne National Park. What makes Biscayne so unique is the fact that it is accessible almost exclusively by boat. The park, 25 miles from Miami, is part of a coral reef. That means if you enjoy viewing marine life, you'll feel right at home here. The crystal clear waters make it very easy to spot all kinds of fish and stingrays. Fishing, hiking, and camping are other favorite activities made easy since the park is made up of over 40 keys.
5. Cape Breton Highlands. Located in Nova Scotia, Canada, Cape Breton was once home to Alexander Graham Bell. The uniqueness of Cape Breton is its accessibility all year long, whether its frolicking on the beach in summer, skiing in winter, or hiking in the fall. The many hiking trails offer stunning views of the coastline, the plateaus, and the wonderfully green highlands.
6. Congaree. This South Caroline gem is considered the oldest floodplain forest in North America. It boasts of 75 species of trees and a variety of animals which can be viewed from just about anywhere in the park. It's also one of the youngest, earning its place as a national park in 2003.
You really can't go wrong with any of these destinations, especially if you're looking to enjoy the experience of the national park without the hassle of crowds. You'll be pleasantly surprised at what you'll find. A whole new world is just waiting to be explored.
1. Arches. Located in southern Utah, the stunning sandstone arches are an amazing scene. Two not to be missed are Delicate Arch and Landscape Arch, the latter of which happens to be the park's largest. Because of the terrain, hiking is the main activity of choice.
2. Badlands. South Dakota's Badlands National Park is truly a marvel of nature. Amid the wandering bighorn sheep and bison, you'll notice the vast prairies along with the buttes and canyons. It truly does feel like two parks (or three) in one.
3. Big Bend National Park. This is truly the park for the water enthusiast. Located in western Texas, river rafting on the Rio Grande is a popular attraction. Canoeing and kayaking are perfect ways to take in the breathtaking views. The park, situated on more than 3/4 of a million acres, got its name because of the very large bend in the river.
4. Biscayne National Park. What makes Biscayne so unique is the fact that it is accessible almost exclusively by boat. The park, 25 miles from Miami, is part of a coral reef. That means if you enjoy viewing marine life, you'll feel right at home here. The crystal clear waters make it very easy to spot all kinds of fish and stingrays. Fishing, hiking, and camping are other favorite activities made easy since the park is made up of over 40 keys.
5. Cape Breton Highlands. Located in Nova Scotia, Canada, Cape Breton was once home to Alexander Graham Bell. The uniqueness of Cape Breton is its accessibility all year long, whether its frolicking on the beach in summer, skiing in winter, or hiking in the fall. The many hiking trails offer stunning views of the coastline, the plateaus, and the wonderfully green highlands.
6. Congaree. This South Caroline gem is considered the oldest floodplain forest in North America. It boasts of 75 species of trees and a variety of animals which can be viewed from just about anywhere in the park. It's also one of the youngest, earning its place as a national park in 2003.
You really can't go wrong with any of these destinations, especially if you're looking to enjoy the experience of the national park without the hassle of crowds. You'll be pleasantly surprised at what you'll find. A whole new world is just waiting to be explored.
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