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Acadia National Park
Entrance fees are required year round. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaPass
NPS Photo by Kent Miller
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Acadia National Park
A vehicle reservation is required to drive the Cadillac Summit Road from late-May to mid-October. More at go.nps.gov/AcadiaVehicleReservations
NPS Photo by Kent Miller
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Arches National Park
Double O Arch is one of many large arches in the Devils Garden area
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Arches National Park
North Window with a waxing moon
NPS/Neal Herbert
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Badlands National Park
Summer storms are frequently violent and unpredictable.
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Badlands National Park
The yellow mounds are peaking out of the formations in this photo.
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Biscayne National Park
Snorkeling is a great way to explore the coral reefs in the park
NPS image by Shaun Wolfe
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Biscayne National Park
Boca Chita Key is the park's most popular island destination.
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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon near Tomichi Point
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Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon near Painted Wall
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Blue Ridge Parkway
Located in Virginia's Plateau district, picturesque Mabry Mill is one of the most iconic features of the Blue Ridge Parkway
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Blue Ridge Parkway
The Linville Gorge offers visitors the opportunity to learn about fascinating geology and view magnificent waterfalls.
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Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Giant and Twin domes in the Big Room.
NPS / Michael Larson
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Capulin Volcano National Monument
Capulin Volcano in summer.
NPS photo/ R. Richman
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Capulin Volcano National Monument
Capulin Volcano is a classic example of a cinder cone. The crater is approximately 130 m (420 ft) deep and 440 m (1,450 ft) across. The base of the mountain is 6 km (4 mi) in circumference. Volcano Road spirals up the volcano, providing panoramic views.
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Crater Lake National Park
Looking at Crater Lake and Wizard Island from Discovery Point
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Crater Lake National Park
A view from Garfield Peak along the rim of Crater Lake
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
A group of kayaks passing a rocky beach on the Cuyahoga River in summer.
NPS Photo / D.J. Reiser
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Visitors taking in the view at the Ledges Overlook in fall.
NPS Photo / Tim Fenner
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Devils Tower National Monument
Devils Tower looming above the trees
NPS/ S. Carter
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Devils Tower National Monument
Devils Tower from the Joyner Ridge Trail
NPS/ S. Carter
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Everglades National Park
Cypress Tree Sunrise (2020 Photo Contest)
NPS Photo by Miguel Salas
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Everglades National Park
A meeting ground of marsh and mangrove environments. You may see alligators, wading birds, turtles, and fish.
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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
The garden at the reconstructed Fort Vancouver showcases the many plants that were grown at the historic Fort Vancouver.
NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen
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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
The military history at Vancouver Barracks is told through living history demonstrations, including historic weapons demonstrations.
NPS Photo / Troy Wayrynen
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Gettysburg National Military Park
This statue of Henry Slocum sits on Steven's Knoll near Culp's Hill.
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Gettysburg National Military Park
The Mississippi Monument at sunrise.
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Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
Visitors enjoy panoramic views of the canyon and dwellings at Gila Cliff Dwellings.
NPS/Janice Wei
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Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
Tularosa Phase Mogollon people made these caves their home in the late 1200's.
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Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Spending time on Lake Powell near Tower Butte can make anyone excited.
NPS Photo / T Sigmon
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Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
The Colorado River makes a 270 degree turn at Horseshoe Bend. Watch your step at the 1000 foot drop!
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The Smokies receives snow periodically throughout the winter, mostly at higher elevations.
NPS / Bob Carr
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Fall leaf season is one of the busiest times of year in the park.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Blossoming claret cup cacti add a splash of color to the Chihuahuan desert.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park
After the monsoon storms, the salt flats will often become flooded creating a seasonal lake.
NPS/Yates
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Hot Springs National Park
Visitors and patients come to take the thermal waters
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Hot Springs National Park
Hot Springs National Park has 26 miles of hiking trails to explore.
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Independence National Historical Park
Known as the birthplace of the United States, Independence Hall houses the room where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both signed.
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Independence National Historical Park
Recognizable for its crack, the Liberty Bell remains significant today for its message of liberty.
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Joshua Tree National Park
Quail Springs area at sunset
NPS / Emily Hassell
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Joshua Tree National Park
Jumbo Rocks Campground is a fun place to explore the park's bouldered landscape.
NPS/Brad Sutton
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Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Visit Black Canyon Water Trail for rafting or kayaking
NPS Photo/Andrew Cattoir
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Lake Mead National Recreation Area
There are many picnic areas at Lake Mead NRA
NPS Photo/Andrew Cattoir
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
Mission San Juan church and stone ruins.
NPS Photo/Andrew Shirey
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
A part of Mission Espada's ranch is located 30 miles south-east, outside of Floresville, TX.
NPS Photo / Andrew Shirey
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Saguaro National Park
The flowering season in Saguaro National Park attracts visitors from all over the world.
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Saguaro National Park
Wildflower season at Saguaro National Park is at it's peak in the month of MArch. The Pincushion cactus, however, blooms April through August.
NPS Photo/ Bolyard
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Salem Maritime National Historical Park
Park Waterfront & Vessel Friendship of Salem
NPS Photo / Robert Grant
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Salem Maritime National Historical Park
The Derby Wharf Light Station has aided navigation in Salem Harbor since it was first lit in 1871.
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Scotts Bluff National Monument
Thousands of covered wagons rolled by Eagle Rock in the mid nineteenth century.
NPS Photo / Wesley Gant
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Scotts Bluff National Monument
Scotts Bluff as seen from the north side of the North Platte River
NPS/Brian Poffenberger
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White Sands National Park
Sunsets are one of the most popular times to visit White Sands. Visitors can experience sunset every day of the year.
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White Sands National Park
The dunes at White Sands cover 275 square miles of the Tularosa Basin.
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Yosemite National Park
Half Dome is one of the most recognizable granitic formations in the world.
NPS / Cindy Jacoby
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Yosemite National Park
Upper Yosemite Fall and Merced River in spring
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Zion National Park
The Watchman greets visitors to Zion Canyon as it towers over the visitor center and South Entrance.
NPS Photo / Shane Carte
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Zion National Park
The Towers of the Virgin can be seen from the Human History Museum (Zion Canyon Shuttle Stop #2).
NPS Photo / Jesse Nelson
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