From dramatic canyons to the glaciers of the Pacific West, here are the best national parks in the U.S. in 2025.

Nov. 11 – Veterans Day Here’s how to find National Parks by state Visit nps.gov/findapark to search for all parks in the National Park Service system, including by state.

And if you don’t have plans Saturday, you can visit one for free. To kick off National Park Week, entrance fees are being waived April 19 at more than 400 parks in the United States.

We selected the best national parks in the U.S. that are particularly unmissable, as well as the best hotels and rental properties to book near each one.