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From the mountains of Montana to the craggy coast of Maine, the U.S. is home to some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. In many of these regions, thousands of acres have been protected in order to conserve and safeguard their natural environments. Wild and untouched, they are diverse landscapes, with an abundance of native flora and fauna, to explore. Here are some of Indagare's favorite national parks.
Contact Indagare to book a trip to a national park. Our travel specialists can match you with the best hotels, arrange great meals and activities and organize special excursions.
Known for: Its mind-blowing proportions; the canyon is one of the Seven Wonders of the World at 277 miles long, up to 18 miles wide and over one mile deep. Good to Know: Most travelers arrive to the Grand Canyon via the South Entrance, but if you can, try to come through the Desert View Point, which offers a scenic, 20-minute drive towards Grand Canyon Village. Don't Miss: A visit to the Kolb Studio. The Kolb Brothers were photographers of the Grand Canyon around 1900 and their striking black-and-white works are fascinating.
"It is difficult to imagine the sheer expanse of the Grand Canyon until you arrive at the rim. I was entirely humbled and mesmerized by such an immense work of nature"~ Indagare's Kelly Brennan
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“I have been visiting Acadia National Park since I was a child. The view of the surrounding islands from the top of Cadillac Mountain, with the salty breeze and the smell of pine on a blue-sky day is hard to beat. It's a slice of heaven.” ~ Indagare's Jen Barr
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"When I was living in Los Angeles, it was always a breath of fresh air to spend the weekends in Joshua Tree (the park is easy to reach—just a two-hour drive from downtown). The best thing to do is park your car on the side of the road and climb to the top of the inselbergs (rock hills). Most hills don’t require any sort of climbing equipment and it’s really fun." ~ Indagare's Colin Heinrich
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Known For: Unique geological formations, including more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches. Good to Know: Delicate Arch is the most popular site: it's best to go early in the morning to avoid the heat and crowds. Don't Miss: The Devil’s Garden Primitive Loop, which passes by eight glorious arches.
"The drive into Arches National Park is absolutely spectacular: you come across a hillside and then the park just unfolds before you, appearing endless and magnificent." ~ Indagare's Simone Girner
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An incredible diversity of landscapes, from majestic sequoia trees and rugged mountains to waterfalls, granite cliffs and crystal-clear lakes.
Good to Know: For budding naturalists, Yosemite has expert guides who can lead the way through the flora and fauna. It's one of the best programs in the United States. (Contact Indagare to arrange). Don't Miss: The Tunnel Viewpoint offers an amazing view of several of the best sites, including Yosemite Valley, El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall.
"The Bridalveil Fall waterfall is breathtaking. Legend has it that inhaling its mist increases your chances of getting married!" ~ Indagare's Gabrielle DuCharme
"The giant sequoia trees have always been a favorite of mine. It makes me want to take Ansel Adams-inspired photographs with a film camera." ~ Indagare's Avery Carmichael
"Zion is so immense and breathtaking that even during high season, it still feels incredibly peaceful. "
~ Indagare's Natalie Biedron
Contact Indagare to book a trip to a national park. Our travel specialists can match you with the best hotels, arrange great meals and activities and organize special excursions.
Published onApril 15, 2019
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