13 stunning national parks perfect for families in autumn

These national parks offer families the best trails, views, and seasonal experiences to enjoy together in the crisp autumn ...

As National Park visitor numbers hit record highs, here’s how visitors can adapt

Visiting America’s national parks is a treasured public pastime. The wetlands of Congaree in South Carolina, the depths of ...
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Visit these national parks in the fall for cooler weather and fewer crowds

The array of fall colors is easily viewed from hiking trails, lookout points, the famed New River Gorge Bridge, and the ...
NPR

Tips for visiting understaffed national parks

Summer is the busy season for the National Park Service. But amid deep staff cuts, the visitor experience won't be the same. Outside Magazine's Graham Averill shares tips for planning a visit.
Forbes

The National Parks That Bring In The Most Money—According To A New Report

Autumn colors in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which is the most valuable national park when it comes to visitor spending in surrounding communities, according to a new report. The national ...
SFGate

Deepest lake in the U.S. to close to swimmers and boat tours for 2 years

At Crater Lake National Park, thousands of people hike down to the lake every year to swim in the shallows and dive from a 35-foot cliff face into the clear blue depths. They do this despite an ...
The New York Times

5 Spectacular Canadian Parks to Visit This Summer

Travelers worried about the effects of budget and staffing cuts at U.S. parks can find glorious parks to the north. Here are some of the best. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler ...