Journey to All 59 National Parks
Our Journey to All 59 US National Parks
The unique and very recognizable formation that is known as the Badlands is the feature of Badlands National Park. The scenery is stunning and the park easy to visit with its Badlands Loop Road. There are good hiking trails that meander through the canyon and grasslands. Click below to read more about this wonderful park.
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Black Hills area has many interesting attractions, including Wind Cave. While the cave itself is interesting, the entire area is one of the best places to visit with its diversity of attractions. Click the link below for more.
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Ever dreamed about relaxing by a beautiful lake with eagles, loons and otters prancing around you and fish on the hook? Voyageurs National Park is such a place.
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Guide to National Parks Name Blog Site NPS Site Acadia National Park Link to Blog Link to NPS Arches National Park Link to Blog Link to NPS Badlands National Park Link to Blog Link to NPS Big Bend National Park Link to Blog Link to NPS Biscayne National Park Link[…]
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Theodore Roosevelt National Park doesn’t have a signature attraction, and yet it’s a lot of fun to visit. It has a little of everything, from Badlands scenery to history to wildlife that all comes together. Click below to read the full story.
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Isle Royale is one of the hardest National Parks to visit, but that is a key attraction. The island is great for hiking, boating, and a place to just unplug. For the full story, click below.
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Beautiful green space in the middle of a metropolis with a strong feeling of nostalgia. That is the essence of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. From beautifully preserved historical structures to excellent biking and hiking trails to a nostalgic ride on the scenic railroad, this park fulfills the need for recreation.
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An enormous eruption 7,700 years ago created Crater Lake, when massive pressure under the 12,000 foot Mount Mazama caused a circle of vents to form and started to spew lava. Eventually, enough vents formed around the mountain in a circular pattern and when enough lava flowed out, the entire top of the mountain collapsed and formed a deep, circular hole. Over time, rain water filled the hole to create a lake.
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The next morning, we worried because as we left the hotel, it rained steadily. We decided to just go and see what happens, hoping the rain would let up. A very friendly volunteer ranger at the Prairie Creek Visitor Center encouraged us to go on a hike anyway, even in the light rain because it was even more magical with the rain. I wasn’t sure what she was talking about but because she was so enthusiastic, we listened to her. I bundled up by putting on my water resistant black Columbia jacket and the recently purchased water repellent hat. Loretta didn’t have a water repellent jacket but she took the umbrella and we set out on a three mile hike through Prarier Creek trail and the Foothills trail.
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We left the artsy town of Arcata on a cloudy morning and drove past forests, lagoons and beaches to arrive at Kuchel Visitor Center where we did our National Park business. The temperature was cool and visitors few at this visitor center by the sea. The ranger suggested many short and mid-distance hikes of different kinds which was more than we could do – a great sign. He also suggested many scenic spurs from the highway 101, the main thoroughfare through the park and several towns.
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