US National Parks Map
56 places
From Alaska's vast wilderness to Florida's coral reefs, the U.S. National Parks showcase dramatic natural wonders, diverse ecosystems, and iconic landscapes worth exploring.
Denali National Park
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5.0Home to North America’s highest peak, rugged tundra, and abundant wildlife like grizzly bears and moose in a vast subarctic wilderness.
Gates of the Arctic National Park
4.5America’s northernmost park above the Arctic Circle, offering remote mountain vistas and pristine backcountry.
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
5.0Glacier-carved bay with tidewater glaciers, icy fjords, and marine wildlife viewing by boat or sea kayak.
Katmai National Park
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5.0Famous for foggy coastline and brown bears fishing for salmon at Brooks Falls.
Kenai Fjords National Park
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5.0Dramatic fjords, tidewater glaciers, and abundant marine life along the Kenai Peninsula.
Kobuk Valley National Park
4.5Wild, dune‑dotted Arctic landscapes and caribou migrations far from developed roads.
Lake Clark National Park
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4.0Volcanoes, glacial rivers, and coastal brown bears in a remote Alaskan setting.
Grand Canyon National Park
5.0Iconic immense canyon carved by the Colorado River with sweeping overlooks and hiking trails.
Petrified Forest National Park
4.5Colorful badlands and ancient petrified wood deposits along historic Route 66.
Saguaro National Park
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4.5Sonoran Desert sanctuary dominated by giant saguaro cacti and scenic desert landscapes.
Hot Springs National Park
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4.5Historic bathhouses set amid forested hills and thermal springs in town‑centered parkland.
Channel Islands National Park
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5.0Island archipelago off the Southern California coast with sea caves, kelp forests, and endemic species.
Death Valley National Park
Earth’s lowest, hottest point with vast salt flats, dunes, and rugged desert scenery.
Joshua Tree National Park
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4.5Otherworldly desert of twisted yuccas and giant boulders where Mojave meets Colorado Desert.
Kings Canyon National Park
Deep glacial valleys, giant sequoias, and rugged Sierra backcountry.
Lassen Volcanic National Park
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4.5Volcanic peaks, boiling mudpots, and mountain lakes amid wildflower‑lined trails.
Redwood National Park
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5.0Towering ancient redwoods, fern canyons, and wild Pacific coastline.
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Colossal sequoia trees, rugged granite peaks, and alpine meadows.
Yosemite National Park
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4.5Iconic granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias in a Yosemite Valley wilderness.
Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park
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4.5Steep, dramatic black granite canyon walls carved by the Gunnison River.
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve
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4.5North America’s tallest sand dunes set against rugged Sangre de Cristo peaks.
Mesa Verde Visitor Center
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4.5Remarkable Ancestral Pueblo cliff dwellings perched on canyon walls.
Rocky Mountain National Park
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4.0Alpine peaks, wildflower meadows, and scenic drives above 12,000 feet.
Biscayne National Park
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4.5Mostly underwater park of coral reefs, mangroves, and clear tropical waters.
Dry Tortugas National Park
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Isolated coral reefs and historic Fort Jefferson reachable by boat or seaplane.
Everglades National Park
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4.5Vast subtropical wetlands with mangroves, rivers of grass, and diverse wildlife.
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
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Active volcanic landscapes, lava flows, and endemic ecosystems on the Big Island.
Haleakala National Park
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4.5Sunrise‑soaked volcanic crater and native forests atop Maui’s summit.
Mammoth Cave National Park
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4.5World’s longest known cave system with guided tours through intricate passages.
Acadia National Park
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5.0Rugged Atlantic coast, granite peaks, and serene lakes on Mount Desert Island.
Isle Royale National Park
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4.5Remote Great Lakes island wilderness with lakeside trails and wolves.
Voyageurs National Park
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4.5Water‑based park of interconnected lakes and boreal forests.
Glacier National Park
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Glacier‑carved valleys, alpine lakes, and the famed Going‑to‑the‑Sun Road.
Great Basin National Park
High desert meets ancient bristlecone forests and star‑filled night skies.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
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4.5Vast limestone caves and underground chambers with bat flights.
Great Smokey Mountains National Park
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4.5Lush Appalachian forests, misty mountain ridges, and rich cultural history.
Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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4.5Badlands terrain and roaming bison honoring conservation legacy.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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4.5Waterfalls, wooded trails, and scenic rail rides near urban centers.
Crater Lake National Park
5.0Deepest U.S. lake with brilliant blue waters in a volcanic caldera.
Congaree National Park
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5.0Old‑growth bottomland hardwood forest with boardwalk hikes.
Badlands National Park
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5.0Striking eroded buttes, mixed grass prairie, and fossil beds.
Wind Cave National Park
One of the world’s longest caves plus tall prairie grasslands above.
Big Bend National Park
4.5Vast desert canyons, riverside cliffs, and Rio Grande vistas.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
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4.5Rugged peaks and desert wilderness including the state’s highest summit.
Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center
Tropical beaches, coral reefs, and lush hillsides on St. John.
Arches National Park
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5.0Over 2,000 natural sandstone arches and striking red rock formations.
Bryce Canyon Natl Park
Amphitheaters of hoodoos under brilliant high‑desert skies.
Canyonlands National Park
5.0Vast canyon network carved by Colorado and Green Rivers.
Capitol Reef National Park
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5.0Waterpocket Fold ridge and colorful cliffs with historic orchards.
Zion National Park
4.5Towering sandstone walls and narrow slot canyons greet hikers.
Shenandoah National Park
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5.0Skyline Drive winds through peaceful Blue Ridge slopes.
Mount Rainier National Park
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5.0Iconic snow‑capped volcano with meadows and waterfalls.
North Cascades National Park
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Rugged peaks, glaciers, and remote alpine lakes.
Olympic National Park
4.5Diverse ecosystems from rainforest to Pacific shoreline.
Grand Teton National Park
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5.0Jagged Teton Range reflects in pristine alpine lakes.
Yellowstone National Park
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4.5World’s first national park with geysers, wildlife, and vast plains.