National Parks Of America
The National Parks of America have a rich and diverse history that spans all the way back to 1872. This is when Yellowstone National Park was established, making it the first of its kind. To this day, Yellowstone remains one of the most popular parks in the country and boasts Old Faithful, the most famous geyser in America. Today there are 58 official national parks, but many other government protected reserves and monuments.
The next park to be established after Yellowstone was Sequoia National Park located in California. This park was established in 1890, the same year as Yosemite National Park in the same state. These parks are also very popular, perhaps the most popular of the eight parks in California. To follow these parks was Mount Rainier in Oregon and Crater Lake in Oregon. Mount Rainier was of course named for the summit while Crater Lake got its moniker from the massive lake that is the deepest in the United States.
In the early 1900s many other parks began popping up all over the world. For example in 1916 the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was born. To this day tourists flock to the park to get a close look at the breathtaking natural features of the landscape. One year later in 1917 came Denali National Park, far away in the frosty state of Alaska. Denali has a lot to offer even today, including guided tours, hiking, skiing, snowboarding, dog sledding and so much more. Other notable parks around the country include Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota and Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado to name just three.
No matter where you are in the United States there is likely a park near you. While the National Parks of America are not evenly distributed there are enough of them to give all citizens the chance to visit at least one. If you are someone who loves the outdoors you will appreciate the pristine beauty of these protected areas. All national parks require an entry fee for admission, however there are yearly passes that can save you money on fees if you visit often. National parks are the perfect place for a day-long getaway or a week long camping trip. They truly have something to offer the whole family.
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Body of boxing promoter Bob Arum's son, John, found in Washington's North . - Los Angeles Times (blog)
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Park Service releases flood plan for Stehekin - Seattle Times
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Stuart Leavenworth: Government can't fix all, but parks are a vital service - Sacramento Bee The writer Wallace Stegner once had this to say about our natural wonders. "National parks are the best idea we ever had," Stegner wrote. "Absolutely American, absolutely democratic, they reflect us at our ... | ||
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Deer hunting season called off in Big Cypress - MiamiHerald.com
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Public Lands Day: Making the Most of Your Fee-Free Day | National . National Public Lands Day is a fee-free day at national parks, allowing visitors to explore the parks, take advantage of recreational activities, and learn about the cultural and natural history of America at no or little cost. ... | ||
South Downs National Park guide: activity holidays, accommodation and restaurants - Telegraph.co.uk
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More National Parks Brace for Hurricane Earl | National Parks Traveler More National Parks Brace for Hurricane Earl. Submitted by Bob Janiskee on September 3, 2010 - 7:16am. This 2:00 a.m. Friday, September 3, 2010, NOAA forecast for Hurricane Earl windspeeds provides plenty of grist for worry in southern ... | ||
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Body of Arum's Son Found on Mountain - New York Times
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Freedom of speech debate remains silent for RMNP - The Coloradoan
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