National Parks

Learn about the national parks of the Western U.S., including Yellowstone, Zion, Glacier, Yosemite, Sequoia, Arches, Grand Teton, Grand Canyon, and more. Discover hidden places away from the crowds, find the best time to go, and get the scoop on where to stay and eat.

Tour a few of the most scenic landscapes of the Southwest on your way between parks in 5 states.

Learn the best ways to visit Muir Woods—a favored attraction for tourists and locals alike.

These state parks will make you want to plan your next visit as soon as possible.

From the California desert to the Arizona high-country, these are eight places to see the stars.

In California’s Central Valley, caves and spires are the backdrop of this biodiverse destination.

From Arizona to California, these wildlands offer history and space to spread out.

Wander among giant sequoias and granite rock formations in the southern Sierra Nevada.

Explore waterfalls, alpine wildflowers, and more.

Check out these hikes in state parks and other public lands instead of crowded national parks.

Connect with nature in these cool idylls that are relatively safe from wildfires.

Play hard and sleep soundly at these inviting spots.

Prevent sunburns, dehydration, and heat illnesses while hiking.

Not just the prettiest. Not just the most popular. The best state parks in the West.

Follow these simple strategies to keep ticks at bay, plus what to do if you find one.

See rhyolite rock spires and soaring hoodoos.