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7 of the Least Visited National Parks

Attendance, thus crowds, at national parks varies widely. Here, I'm highlighting some of the least visited national parks. Redwood National Park Last year, Great Smoky Mountains National Park was the most visited national park, with nearly 13 million visitors. In contrast, the National Park of American Samoa had fewer than 2000 guests. Great Smoky Mountains… Continue reading 7 of the Least Visited National Parks

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5 Fantastic Places to Visit in November

Fall is my favorite time of the year. The busy travel season is over. The hot weather has gone. And it's time to pull out that favorite jacket. It's the perfect time for a getaway. So here are my recommendations for 5 fantastic places to visit in November. 5 Places to Visit in November 1.… Continue reading 5 Fantastic Places to Visit in November

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5 Awesome Easy National Park Hikes

The Yellowstone National Park Act was signed into law on March 1, 1872 by Ulysses S. Grant. This act created the world's first national park, Yellowstone. Since that time, the number of national parks in the United States has grown to 61. Each of these federally protected areas offers something memorable. In most parks, you'll… Continue reading 5 Awesome Easy National Park Hikes

View of Canyonlands Needles Rock Formations
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Awesome Easy Canyonlands Needles Hike: Pothole Point

Canyonlands National Park has three distinct districts: Islands in the Sky, the Needles, and the Maze. These districts are separated by the Colorado River and its tributaries. And, each has unique characteristics. The Canyonlands Needles District boasts colorful sandstone spires and offers both hiking trails and 4 wheel drive roads to explore. View of the… Continue reading Awesome Easy Canyonlands Needles Hike: Pothole Point