From forest paths to scenic beach walks, discover the top spots to reconnect with nature—plus expert tips to help you hike smart and safe.

From June 16 through Aug. 15, the park’s peak season, reservations will be required every day for entry between 6 a.m. and 3 ...

From the adorable but deadly pine marten to the massive sperm whale, get to know some of the amazing animals that call ...

I visited all the major US national parks and ranked them based on factors like beauty and crowd size. My favorites include ...

Part wildlife sanctuary and part Wild West, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a vast landscape of hills, prairies, and ...

There are a series of hikes in the Giant Forest, ranging from short one-hour jaunts to daylong treks; the National Park Service lists a few on its website. Visitors recommend longer hikes ...

Teton Park Road, which is open from May 1 through October 31 annually, winds along the base of the Teton Range, offering visitors great views of the park's biggest peaks and access to trailheads ...

The National Park ... features many of the park's top attractions, including Tunnel View and a handful of Yosemite's most famous waterfalls, including Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall, Bridalveil Fall ...

It's magical to witness the majestic alpenglow on Glacier National Park's mountain peaks as the sun rises. It's also your best chance to see wildlife before the road becomes too busy.

Park visitors agree: riding along the 27-mile Park Loop Road is the best way to do a quick tour of Acadia (and makes a strong case for renting a car). Popular sights and trails like Sand Beach ...

Over 730,000 people visit Colorado National Monument each year. It was established in 1911 under the Antiquities Act. Gordon Leggett, CC BY-SA ...

only the marble bandstand remains at Chilhowee Park today. Highlights of the exhibition included former President Theodore Roosevelt's visit, the Wright brothers' plane, and livestock shows and ...