Readers' Choice: Top National Parks

From Lauren Himiak, former About.com Guide

While all of the national parks have something unique to offer, certain parks stand out. They offer us places of exploration, outdoor activities, education, history, and easily find their way into our hearts. This year, readers weighed in on all their favorite parks. Categorized by region, we narrowed down the parks to find the best of the best. These parks stand out to our readers as the top national park of that region. These must-visits offer something for everyone. It is time to find out the top national parks of 2012 as chosen by readers. And the winners are…

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• Readers' Choice: Top National Parks
• Top National Park in Alaska: Denali National Park & Preserve
• Top National Park in the East: Acadia National Park
• Top National Park in the Southwest: Big Bend National Park
• Top National Park in the Pacific Northwest: Olympic National Park
• Top National Park in the Pacific Southwest: Yosemite National Park
• Top National Park in the Colorado Plateau: Grand Canyon National Park
• Top National Park in the Rocky Mountains: Yellowstone National Park

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