In the northwestern United States, Yellowstone National Park fills the northeast corner of Wyoming, spilling into southwest Montana and east-central Idaho. With park entrances at the north, west, south, east and northeast, access by car or bus is easy. Although only the north and northeast roads are open to vehicles […]

Not only a winter ski destination, Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada has some amazing activities to do for summer vacations. Make sure to check out the absolutely quaint Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives right in the Jasper town site (400 Pyramid Lake Road, 780-852-3013) before heading outside of town. Jasper […]

Theodore Roosevelt National Park in western North Dakota, 110-square miles of untouched rugged wilderness and wildlife, and America’s third least visited national park. America’s National Park System Theodore Roosevelt is considered the Father of America’s National Park System. Although his administration from 1901-09 did not found the NPS, he initiated […]

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, on the eastern border of Tennessee and the westernmost border of North Carolina, is well known for its diverse wildlife, beautiful mountain landscapes, and Appalachian history. In 2009, the Smokies will be celebrating their 75th anniversary. A popular destination for family vacations, avid hikers, […]