National Parks Checklist: Track Your Adventures!

Exploring national parks is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and rich history of the United States. From towering mountains and vast deserts to lush forests and remote islands, each park offers something unique.

Whether you’re planning your next adventure or dreaming of visiting them all, this guide will help you discover every national park across the country and U.S. territories.

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Alabama

Alabama has just one national park, Little River Canyon National Preserve, known for its stunning waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Alaska

With its vast wilderness, Alaska is home to eight national parks, including Denali, home to North America’s tallest peak, and Glacier Bay, where you can witness incredible glaciers and marine wildlife.

American Samoa

The National Park of American Samoa is the only U.S. national park south of the equator, featuring lush rainforests, coral reefs, and traditional Samoan culture.

Arizona

Arizona boasts three national parks, with Grand Canyon National Park stealing the spotlight. Petrified Forest is famous for its colorful fossilized wood, and Saguaro showcases the iconic giant cacti.

Arkansas

Hot Springs National Park blends history with nature, offering thermal springs, scenic trails, and a historic bathhouse district.

California

California has nine national parks, more than any other state! Highlights include Yosemite’s waterfalls, Death Valley’s extreme landscapes, Joshua Tree’s desert beauty, and the towering redwoods of Sequoia and Redwood National Parks.

Colorado

Home to four national parks, Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park is a must-visit for alpine scenery and wildlife. Great Sand Dunes features massive dunes, while Mesa Verde preserves ancient cliff dwellings.

Florida

Florida’s three national parks offer diverse ecosystems: Everglades is a vast wetland teeming with wildlife, Dry Tortugas is a remote island fort surrounded by turquoise waters, and Biscayne protects vibrant coral reefs.

Hawaii

Hawaii’s two national parks, Haleakalā and Hawai‘i Volcanoes, showcase volcanic landscapes, with the latter home to Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

Maine

Acadia National Park offers rugged coastal beauty, scenic drives, and stunning sunrises from Cadillac Mountain.

Michigan

Isle Royale National Park is a remote island wilderness in Lake Superior, perfect for backcountry hiking and spotting moose.

Montana

Montana is home to Glacier National Park, known for its breathtaking mountain views, alpine lakes, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road.

Nevada

Great Basin National Park is a hidden gem with ancient bristlecone pines, Lehman Caves, and the towering Wheeler Peak.

New Mexico

New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns features an extensive underground cave system, while White Sands showcases vast, shimmering gypsum dunes.

North Carolina

North Carolina & Tennessee: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling both states, is America’s most-visited park, famous for misty mountain views, historic cabins, and diverse wildlife.

Oregon

Oregon Crater Lake National Park boasts the deepest lake in the U.S., with vibrant blue waters formed by an ancient volcanic eruption.

South Dakota

South Dakota has two national parks: Badlands, with its striking rock formations, and Wind Cave, one of the world’s longest cave systems.

Texas

Texas’ two national parks, Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains, feature rugged desert landscapes, scenic canyons, and challenging hikes.

Utah

Utah’s five national parks, known as the Mighty Five, include Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef—each offering unique rock formations and epic hikes.

Virginia

Shenandoah National Park features the scenic Skyline Drive, rolling mountains, and beautiful waterfalls.

Washington

Washington’s three national parks—Mount Rainier, Olympic, and North Cascades—offer everything from glaciers and rainforests to rugged coastline.

Wyoming

Wyoming is home to Yellowstone, America’s first national park, with geysers and wildlife, and Grand Teton, known for its dramatic mountain peaks.

U.S. Territories

The Virgin Islands National Park in the Caribbean is known for stunning beaches and snorkeling, while American Samoa’s park offers tropical beauty and rich culture.

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