There’s so much to love about our national parks! That’s why we’ve put together a national parks checklist and map you can use to keep track of the ones you’ve visited and make plans to see the ones ...

The renamed sites include a mile-long stream formerly known as “ Nazi Creek ” and a nearby summit previously bearing a ...

This scenic hiking trail offers incredible views of Grand Teton National Park, perfect for outdoor lovers seeking a ...

I've visited all 63 major US national parks. I think Great Smoky Mountains and Grand Canyon are some of the best parks for ...

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

A map of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. Monica Humphries/Business Insider Beyond looking at how crowded parks are, Haraden suggests researching every park you plan to visit beforehand.

In geology, even small layers can tell big stories. But figuring out the origins of such small layers can be a challenge, ...

As peak season in many US national parks begins, families heading outdoors during spring break might need to pack their patience and come extra-prepared as chaos over firings and hirings continues ...

The Beehive State performed well across the board, excelling in one key metric, “access to scenic byways,” where it ranked third, just behind California and Oregon. West Coast states might boast more ...

Visitors to the national parks are often encouraged to “leave no trace” when recreating, meaning there should be no sign you traversed or camped in an area. While that may conjure images of ...

For some local economies, national parks can be cash machines.