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Top National Parks To Visit This Spring

April 10, 2021 Kim Leave a Comment

Cool months are a great time to participate in outdoor activities, and doing it in national parks is safe, clean, and wonderous. If you’re looking for an adventure this spring or summer, consider these top national parks. We could all use a little more sunshine and happiness –you can find both in nature!

Top National Parks To Visit This Spring

These top National Parks to visit may already be on your list …and they should!

Many people enjoy partaking in outdoor activities in the spring when the weather is not too cold nor too hot. Backpacking, hiking, and camping are just a few examples of activities you can do at a national park. If you want to see breathtaking views while you enjoy these types of outdoor activities, consider these three national parks to visit this spring and early summer.

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National Parks To Visit This Spring Or Any Time Of Year!

No matter the time of year, cool months are best, it’s always fun to visit a National Park for its rich history and beautiful surroundings.

Safety Tips  To Consider Before Visiting National Parks

Before you visit a national park, make sure you do your research. For example, check the national park’s site before you set out on your adventure. Some trails or entrances might be closed, plus you can view any important updates on the site. You should also make sure to wear the proper gear while visiting a national park. For example, you must wear the right footwear. There are many reasons to wear hiking boots instead of sneakers, and safety is one of them. You should also bring an ample amount of water to avoid dehydration.

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Zion National Park

Zion National Park is a beautiful place to visit. It’s located in Utah and is Utah’s first national park. Zion is great for hiking, climbing, camping, and backpacking. Zion Canyon is about 2,000 feet deep, so there are great hiking opportunities. Another reason to visit this national park is the massive sandstone cliffs. There are also beautiful rock arches; two of the most prominent arches are Crawford and Kolob. If you want to explore Zion National Park, you can embark on various hiking trails designed for a range of skill levels. You can choose from easy, moderate, and strenuous trails to cater to everyone’s skill levels.

Great Smokey Mountains National Park

Great Smokey Mountains National Park is one of the best national parks to visit this spring. Located in Tennessee, this is one of the most popular national parks in the country. The mountains reach seven thousand feet, and a beautiful vista surrounds them. You can drive through the park or enjoy a hike. The spring is a great time to visit due to the mild temperature. The Great Smokey Mountains National Park has over 1,500 kinds of wildflowers, making it one of the best places to visit in the spring.

Joshua Tree National Park

Lastly, consider visiting Joshua Tree National Park this spring. Located in California, the summers here can get very hot. Spring is the ideal time to visit Joshua Tree, particularly April and May. At Joshua Tree, you can enjoy the beauty of the desert. There are many activities to enjoy here, including hiking and camping. Spring is a good time to visit due to the blooming wildflowers.

Enjoy the sunshine and get out and play at one of these top national parks.

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Travel writer and road trip enthusiast of My Traveling Roads, Kim Croisant, is a proud native Texan passionate about seeing the world by car, plane, train, RV -- any way she can. Her travels include many road trips in Texas and beyond. Kim is raising her grandson and takes him and her Yorkie/Shih Tzu mix doggies on as many trips as possible. When she's feeling the love, she lets her darling 83-year-old mother come along as well. But her favorite way to travel is solo. When Kim's not writing, she is hiking through nature and camping in the woods in a cabin full of amenities.

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