The Complete List of US National Monuments By State (2022 Update)
Post Summary: List of National Monuments From a random free standing butte in Wyoming to a the remains of ancient seas to ancient dwelling high on the cliffs, these are the National Monument of the United States. These sites a spread across the United States and its territories. These sites are one of the most prolific federally protected lands. National Monuments are a universial designation that can be used to protect any federal lands that are historically or naturally significant. It can be tough to keep track of all the National Monuments of the United States. Luckily, we have created a National Monument checklist that you can download here. This…
National Parks of California
California has more National Parks than any other state. With 28 parks, the National Parks of California are a diverse group of parks with something for everyone.
National Parks of Alaska
There is plenty of wilderness to explore in Alaska. The 23 National Parks of Alaska are some of the rawest and untouched wilderness areas in the US.
17 Things to Know Before Visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument
Standing proudly in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty is an iconic site. Lady Liberty has proudly stood watch over the harbor since 1886. The Statue of Liberty is an iconic statue and a world-famous symbol of freedom. Every year, millions of people view this iconic statue and visitors to Statue of Liberty National Monument step back in time to revisit our nation’s early period of immigration and freedom. Here are 17 things to know before visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument. 17 Things to Know Before Visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument You can visit from New York or New Jersey The Statue of Liberty National…
A breakdown of U.S. National Park Fees
Surprisingly the majority of United States National Park units are free to enter all year long. Only 116 of the 419 National Park Service units charge any sort of entrance fee. Admission to these parks can range from $5 per person to $35 per vehicle. The national park entrance fees are used to help offset the costs to run that park. Typically 80% of each national park fee is used in the park it is paid. On average National Park admission is $30 per vehicle On average National Monument is $10 per person or $20 per vehicle. On average other sites cost $10 per person. I know the National Park…
National Parks of Iceland
There are currently three national parks in Iceland and two former National Parks. Official National Parks of Iceland Þingvellir National Park Snæfellsjökull National Park Vatnajökull National Park Former National Parks of Iceland Jökulsárgljúfur National Park (combined with Vatnajökull National Park in 2008) Skaftafell National Park (combined with Vatnajökull National Park in 2008) [show-map id=”77″] Iceland National Parks Þingvellir National Park (Anglicised as Thingvellir National Park) Þingvellir National Park is one of the most popular spots for visitors in Iceland. Located less than an hour from Reykjavik, it is one of the stops on the famous Golden Circle route. Þingvellir combines both historic and geologic significance and is a must-visit location on any Iceland vacation…
One Day in Muir Woods National Monument
In small pockets in northern California are the coastal redwoods. In this unique ecosystem, you can walk among giants. Literally, as the redwoods are the tallest trees in the world. One of the easiest places to take in the wonder of the tall forest canopy is Muir Woods National Monument. An easy day out from San Francisco here’s all you need to know to make the most of your day visit to the woods. About Muir Woods National Monument The reason to go to Muir Woods National Monument is to stand under the canopy of the marvelous redwood trees. These coastal redwoods are found in a small section of northern…
2020’s Free Entrance Days in the National Parks
Our national park system has 419 amazing national parks and other units. Thankfully only about a quarter of those parks require an entrance fee**. National Park entrance fees range widely from $5 per person to $35 for a car full of people. Each year, National Park Service does a five National Parks fee-free days. On these days, NPS offers free entrance to national parks to everyone who shows up. There at National Parks in all 50 states and many of the territories. These parks can range from small historical sites to the massive national parks. It doesn’t matter where in the United States you live, you are within a couple…
One Day at White Sands National Park
Who knew you could go play in the sand without getting wet? White Sands National Park makes it possible to play in the sand without getting wet. These massive white dunes are located in southern New Mexico. These dunes are unique because they are made of white gypsum sands. The dunes might look peaceful but they are active and full of life. About White Sands National Park Located in the northern Chihuahuan Desert near Alamogordo, New Mexico, White Sands National Park is home to 275 square miles of white sand dunes. This natural wonder of the world is the largest gypsum dunefield on the planet and was designated as a…
Devils Tower Camping: How to Camp at Devils Tower National Monument in 2022
Post Summary: Devils Tower Camping Have you ever seen the film Close Encounters of the Third Kind? If you have, then you will recognize Devils Tower. While the film is fiction, camping at Devils Tower is one way to ensure that if the aliens visit, you have a front role seat. All alien jokes aside, Devils Tower is a special place. The Tower rises an impressive 867 ft above the surrounding landscape. It stands out against the rolling hills and nearby forests. Given its prominence, the Tower has attracted always humans. It is a sacred site to most of the nearby Native American tribes. They have their own names and…