Everybody has heard of the Grand Canyon or the Rocky Mountain national parks, and rightfully so. They offer vast wilderness and amazing opportunities for adventure and family fun. But there are many more national parks all over the world that reward visitors with similar experiences.Spending time in the wilderness is one of the best ways to cope better with stress, feel...
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Entrance fees may be rising but the $5 increase is not going to keep people away. National parks are seeing record numbers in terms of visits. There were 331 million recreation stays in 2016—a third consecutive all-time attendance record for America’s “best idea.”Half of all national park visits was recorded in 26 parks, but it grew more than 10 percent in parks that see more...
President John F. Kennedy once said: “National parks and reserves are an integral aspect of intelligent use of natural resources. It is the course of wisdom to set aside an ample portion of our natural resources as national parks and reserves, thus ensuring that future generations may know the majesty of the Earth as we know it today.”Americans have treasured national parks for more than a...
Everybody has heard of the Grand Canyon or the Rocky Mountain national parks, and rightfully so. They offer vast wilderness and amazing opportunities for adventure and family fun. But there are more than 55 other national parks that reward visitors with similar experiences.The fact that they are not as crowded as their popular counterparts is, to many people, a huge bonus. Don’t miss out...
This year marks a century since the establishment of the National Park Service, the organization preserving conservation forests, mountains, gardens, lakes, wildlife and rivers in national parks across America.The second century of stewardship and the celebrations marking it will officially begin August 25 but you don’t have to wait until then to enjoy the riches these national...
The national parks, “America’s best idea,” are celebrating a centennial this year. Many people, experienced mountaineers or just enthusiasts, are honoring the anniversary by travelling to and exploring all 59 parks.Spending time in the wilderness is one of the best ways to cope better with stress, feel happier and have more self-esteem, according to science. Going...
Studies have shown that just a walk in the park can calm the mind while changing the way the brain works to improve mental health. People who spend time in parks cope better with stress, feel happier, and have more self-esteem, according to science.Remember that next time you’re trying to decide between a camping adventure and taking the kids to Disneyland....
Summer is over and winter isn’t here just yet. Now is the time to visit America’s national parks because the weather is nicer and the crowds have left. After all, they have always been the perfect cheap getaway for families and adventurers.While people still camp, hike, and enjoy the stunning beauty of nature and the wilderness, they have to be more careful. A total of...
There are 59 national parks in the U.S., and each one is astonishingly gorgeous and unique in its own way. One of the best ways to explore them is by cycling because a bike will take you places you won’t be able to go with a car.Deserts, mountains, forests, waterfalls, inspiring views and wildlife are all there for bikers to relish. Riding a bike on a woodsy trail can be just what you...
Overall, the risk of being injured or killed while visiting a national park is very low, according to the National Park Service.“For example, when looking at fatality rates during the 2007-2013 timeframe, the average rate is 0.57 deaths [per] 1 million visits,” said Jeremy Barnum, public affairs officer at National Park Service. Between 2007 and 2013, in all 59 parks,...