The Top 10 National Parks That Define USA’s Grandeur

Looking for an alternative to the beach for your next summer vacation? Try one of the nation’s national parks. They’ll add some excitement and adventure in your life, and might just convince your kids to put down the electronics. Based on the number of visitors that attended last year, here are the top 10 most popular national parks to visit:

10. Glacier National Park

Charm and elegance make Whitefish, Mont., a great ski town. Its family-friendly atmosphere makes it perfect for those looking to explore Glacier National Park. Open year round, the park is a winter wonderland that transports hikers back to the days when wildlife roamed free and land was a treasured commodity.

9. Acadia National Park

From its historic downtown to the peaceful waterfront, there’s a reason why the nation’s wealthiest families like the Vanderbilts, Rockerfellers and Carnegies call Bar Harbor, Maine, home. It’s also the perfect place to explore Acadia National Park, one of the state’s top tourist attractions. The park boasts Cadillac Mountain, one of the first places in the U.S. to see the sunrise.

8. Grand Teton National Park

Take a trip back to the Wild West with a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyo., and Grand Teton National Park. With the beautiful mountains as a backdrop, Jackson Hole is energetic with lively bars, fine dining and good ole’ cowboy charm. Only 45 minutes away is Grand Teton National Park, where you’ll discover pristine lakes, exotic wildlife and mountains piercing the sky.

7. Zion National Park

It’s daunting to stand next to Zion National Park’s massive sandstone cliffs. Part of it is their size. But it’s the rich red, pink and cream tones radiating from the cliffs that make them breathtaking. Utah’s beauty doesn’t end there – next to Zion is Springdale, Utah, named by Forbes as one of the top 20 prettiest towns in the country.

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6. Rocky Mountain National Park

A lifestyle of leisure waits in Boulder, Colo. Nestled at the base of the Rockies, you can see the legendary mountain range as you stroll around the city. Or, if you want a closer look, travel to the Rocky Mountain National Park to see peaks over 12,000 feet – making you feel like you are on top of the world.

5. Yellowstone National Park

The world’s largest collection of geysers makes Yellowstone National Park unlike anywhere else. Watch Old Faithful erupt 135 feet in the air, or swim in the hot spring water of Yellowstone’s Boiling River. But a Yellowstone visit isn’t complete without a trip to Cody, Wyo., named after William Frederick Cody, otherwise known as Buffalo Bill.

4. Yosemite National Park

At Yosemite National Park, you can hike through the Sierra Nevada Mountains and stumble upon some of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the country. Then continue your outdoor adventure in Fresno, Calif., located roughly an hour away from Yosemite. Fresno boasts a family-friendly zoo and the Forestiere Underground Gardens, which were dug out by hand over a 40-year period.

3. Grand Canyon National Park

The Grand Canyon is one of the U.S.’ most iconic national landmarks and features miles of deep ravines. Take a river trip, or hike inside a ravine, then stop off at Flagstaff, Ariz., where you can get your adrenaline pumping with whitewater rafting or guided horseback rides.

2. Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park’s one million acres has Pacific coastline, rivers cascading from glacier peaks, acres of sprawling forest and much more. After the park, you’ll want to check out Port Angeles, Wash., where you can expect to find a rich artistic scene, marine life center and whale watching tours.

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1. Great Smoky Mountains National Park


Great Smoky Mountains National Park was the most visited national park in 2014 with over 10 million visitors. When you go, spend the day admiring the rolling hills and crisp mountain air, then head to Gatlinburg, Tenn., a tourist town whose bright, flashing lights and mini-golf around every corner make you love being a tourist.

This feature originally appeared in Livability.



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