The Pacific Southwest
From snow covered peaks to tropical isles, this area has much to offer. Discover all the national parks of the Pacific Southwest, including overviews, travel itineraries, photos, and more.
National Parks of the Pacific Southwest
The Pacific Southwest is comprised of two distinct regions: the California mainland and the islands of the Pacific Ocean. California offers an amazingly diverse landscape: The Snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevadas offer a sharp contrast to Death Valley, the hottest and driest place in North America. As disparate as those regions seem, the other parks of the Pacific Southwest are just as differ…
The Pacific Southwest is comprised of two distinct regions: the California mainland and the islands of the Pacific Ocean. California offers an amazingly diverse landscape: The Snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevadas offer a sharp contrast to Death Valley, the hottest and driest place in North America. As disparate as those regions seem, the other parks of the Pacific Southwest are just as differ…