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Vote For Your Favorite National Park in the Pacific Southwest

The Pacific Southwest is comprised of two very 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. Picking your favorite in this region will have you deciding more than what weather you prefer. Read about the parks of the area and determine which park will get your vote.

View a list of the National Parks in the Pacific Southwest

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Lauren Himiak

Lauren Himiak
National & State Parks Guide

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