Parks by Interest

You can go to just about any national park and have a great time, but if you're looking for the places that offer a unique and exciting trip during the summer months, check out the these top national parks.

Even if your mom doesn't like to camp or hike, it doesn't mean the parks don't have something else to offer. In fact, parks offer much more than pretty scenery and physical activities. Check out this list of suggested parks based on what kind of mom you have.

These National Parks reach their peak during spring - crowds are just right, wildlife is blooming, and the park is as it meant to be seen. Learn which parks pop in the springtime and start planning the first trip of the season now!

All of the national parks deserve a visit, but a few beg to toured in the winter. These parks offer a unique perspective of their land and seasonal activities to entertain the whole family.

Share your favorite park to bring your dog to, and learn about others!

Dog-owners have to be a little more creative with their destinations. Check out these national parks for a dog-friendly vacation.

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Find pet-friendly parks in any state of the US.

About.com readers share their favorite national parks. Check out the favorites and the stories behind them. Perhaps it will inspire you to hit the road! See submissions

When you think of the national parks, you typically envision hiking through the woods, laughing around a campfire, swimming in a lake, and other iconic activities. But for those who are disabled, there s much more to think about. Can Visitor Centers and other places of interest be reached by wheelchair ramps? Is lodging handicap-accessible? Are tours available to the disabled?? But having a di…

View the top National Parks for disabled visitors.

This is a great time of year. Not only do the parks come alive with bright fall foliage , but the parks also come alive with Halloween activities fun for the whole family. And let s face it, Halloween is a pretty awesome holiday. Dress up and buckets of candy? Simply awesome. Check out some of the fun events planned across the country fun...

These national parks not only offer fun and historic activities for the whole family but also preserve the importance of Veteran’s Day.

If you want day so relaxing in the sand under the warm sun, there are a few national parks right up your ally.

This year, take your dad’s advice and save your money. Instead, take dad to a national park for some quality time together. You can enjoy the outdoors together, partake in activities like hiking, fishing, or camping, and perhaps even start a Father’s Day tradition.

Driving long hours, sometimes to another state, with kids in tow doesn’t have to be stressful. In fact, with a little planning taking a trip to a national or state park can be a great family activity.

National Parks are perfect for bird watching. You can find native or migratory birds all over the United States. Check out these top parks that offer the best of bird watching.

Looking for a great vacation destination for the kids? Try the national parks! Parks offer numerous opportunities to hike, camp, hike, and explore wildlife.

If you want to avoid crowded bars, loud parties, and waking up the next morning with a headache, consider the national parks for an unforgettable New Year’s.

Check out these National Parks for the best opportunity for solitude and a stress-free escape.

The national parks offer a beautiful escape from the stress and an opportunity to bring you back down to what is really important. This year, consider this picturesque winter wonderlands that are a perfect place to celebrate the holidays.