Beyond April 19, additional fee-free days are scheduled for later in the year, including June 19 (Juneteenth), August 4 ...

There’s so much to love about our national parks! That’s why we’ve put together a national parks checklist and map you c ...

In 2024, there were more than 331 million people who visited national parks and monuments in the U.S. Some of the states that had the most visitors include D.C., California and Virginia.

Today, 63 designated national parks in the United States draw hundreds of millions of visitors a year to witness jaw-dropping natural wonders and unforgettable terrains. To determine the best U.S ...

Sovereign states typically designate their own national parks and are responsible for their general upkeep. Depending on the country and park, visitors from the general public may be charged an ...

Here, The Wall Street Journal lays out an objective view of the best national parks from Acadia to Zion across four criteria: crowds, hiking trails, campsites and the availability of other ...