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How to Experience National Parks during the Shoulder and Off Seasons

National parks are amazing, and they make perfect spots for family vacations, solo escapes, weekend getaways, and week-long adventures. However, with more people visiting national parks each year, this can lead to crowded trails, fully booked...

Five Spectacular Things to Do in National Parks This Fall

Make it a national park fall Who doesn’t love a hike on a brisk fall morning? Or sitting around a campfire stargazing with their loved ones? Autumn brings cooler temperatures, unique wildlife and photography opportunities, and festivities to many...

Explore the Unique Value of National Monuments

When it comes to exploring America’s natural and cultural heritage, national parks often steal the spotlight. With their breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and iconic landmarks, it’s easy to see why they are celebrated. However, nestled...

How to Plan Your Perfect Trip to Padre Island National Seashore

Looking to spend a fun-filled day at the beach with family and friends – or maybe score some alone time listening to the rhythm of splashing waves and bird calls? If you love sun, sand, and solitude, Padre Island National Seashore is a great place to...

Experience Fort Bowie National Historic Site

A site of great historical significance and serene natural landscapes on the homelands of the Chiricahua Apache. Explore and experience the significant history and breathtaking natural beauty of Fort Bowie National Historic Site, located on the...

The best national parks to watch the Perseid Meteor shower

The Perseid meteor shower, occurring annually between mid-July and late August, is one of the most spectacular celestial events visible from Earth. Learn the best national park sites for viewing and photographing the meteors.

How to Plan Your Island Adventure Off the California Coast

An island adventure full of wildlife found nowhere else on earth, located a boat ride away from the central California shore? If you’re yearning for an affordable weekend island adventure, look no further than Channel Islands National Park. Channel...

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

A window into the culture and brilliance of the ancestral Sonoran Desert people s at Casa Grande. Just a 20 minute drive off the I-10 highway between Phoenix and Tucson, Casa Grande Ruins National Monument rests, a nearly 700-year-old architectural...

Western National Parks Association Announces New National Park Service Partnership with Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

TUCSON, Ariz., Jun. 4, 2024—Western National Parks Association (WNPA) will now provide support to its newest National Park Service (NPS) partner park, Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is Located...

Petroglyph National Monument

A Place of Cultural Expression and Geological Wonders June of 2024 marks the 34th anniversary of the establishment of Petroglyph National Monument, a park of enormous cultural significance located just outside of Albuquerque, New Mexico. These lands...