Parks Guide

Guide to Parks & Other Natural Spaces

Strap on your boots and prep your best David Attenborough impression for Natural Spaces Around The World. Here, you’ll find everything you need to transform from a hapless tourist to a trail-blazing park pilgrim. Because let’s face it – without us, you’d probably get lost before you even find the parking lot.

A hiker stands in the midst of the rock formation known as the wave in Arizona/Utah.

15 Astonishing Natural Rock Formations That Defy Belief

An elephant raising its trunk in a misty, wooded area of Mana Pools National Park, with sunlight filtering through the trees creating a serene and atmospheric scene.

13 Untamed African National Parks Every Adventurer Must Visit

A tranquil scene in Joshua Tree National Park, where the distinct silhouettes of Joshua trees stand against a softly glowing night sky filled with stars.

14 National Parks That Will Ignite Your Love for Stargazing

A close-up of the unique, weathered rock formations known as the Remarkable Rocks on Kangaroo Island, with the ocean visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

12 Australian Natural Marvels That Are Pure Magic for the Soul

A tranquil scene from Gates of the Arctic National Park, showcasing a serene pond reflecting the surrounding mountains, which are covered in patches of green and rocky outcrops under a partly cloudy sky.

9 Stunning National Parks That Shine in August

An aerial view of the Emerald Lakes in Tongariro National Park, New Zealand, highlighting the striking turquoise water amidst the barren, volcanic terrain.

Hike These 17 National Parks for the Ultimate Adventure

A scenic view of Zion National Park with a river winding through a verdant landscape of green trees and towering red rock cliffs in the background.

14 U.S. National Parks That Are More Dangerous Than They Look

A tranquil garden path lined with blooming tulips and hyacinths, dappled in the warm glow of the setting sun.

12 Picturesque Gardens You’ll Want to Wander Forever

A vibrant landscape of the Painted Hills at John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, displaying colorful, layered hills with shades of red, yellow, and brown, under a partly cloudy sky.

11 National Monuments That Will Surprise You With Their Beauty

The Bixby Creek Bridge on the Pacific Coast Highway, dramatically spanning rocky cliffs with the Pacific Ocean waves crashing below, under a partly cloudy sky.

11 Scenic American Drives That Will Leave You Speechless

A picturesque sunset over Joshua Tree National Park, showcasing dramatic skies with orange and pink hues, iconic Joshua trees, and rugged rock formations.

11 U.S. National Parks Families Will Love Exploring

A seaplane parked on the white sandy shores of Dry Tortugas National Park, Florida, with the clear blue sea and lush greenery in the background.

14 Beaches You Won’t Believe Are In The U.S.

A hiker in green backpack and gray shorts with trekking poles walks along a rocky trail in North Cascades National Park, surrounded by rugged mountain peaks.

11 Intense National Park Hikes That Will Have You Questioning Your Choices

Two snorkelers explore the shallow, turquoise waters near a small island.

11 Underwater Havens Every Snorkeling Enthusiast Should Visit

A picturesque scene from Kenai Fjords National Park showing towering rocky outcrops covered in lush green trees, with a seagull flying above and a backdrop of misty mountains and dense forest.

Don’t Miss These 10 National Parks Perfect for July Escapes

Scenic coastline of Reunion Island with waves crashing against the sandy shore and storm clouds in the distance.

12 Places Where You Should Never Swim

A lone SUV reflected on the expansive, mirror-like surface of the Salar de Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia, under a vast blue sky with distant mountains.

12 Natural Wonders You Have To See To Believe

Grand Canyon at sunset, with layers of the canyon bathed in warm orange light and a hazy atmosphere.

16 U.S. National Parks with Sunsets Worth the Trip

Close-up view of Skogafoss waterfall, highlighting its powerful flow and the mist it generates.

12 Unbelievable Iceland Locations That Belong in Your Photo Album

Angle of Trolltunga, highlighting a person sitting on the edge of the iconic rock formation with a vast fjord and steep, rocky mountains in the background.

11 Perilous Trails You Need to Hike At Least Once In Your Life

A stunning view of the Channel Islands, featuring jagged, green-covered cliffs jutting out into the vibrant blue sea. The calm ocean and the clear sky add to the scenic beauty of the landscape.

12 National Parks You’ll Wish You Had Visited Sooner

a lake in glacier national park at sunset under a pink and purple sky

5-Minute Guide To Glacier National Park

mount fuji with the pink cherry blossoms in spring

12 Volcanic Wonders You Can Actually Walk On

craters of the moon national monument landscape with futuristic looking land

9 Places That Could Be Straight Out Of The Post-Apocalyptic World Of Fallout

a wooden bridge leads over a small waterfall in plitvice lakes national park

Photo-Op Heaven: 11 Best National Parks For Incredible Waterfalls

half dome stands tall in the center of the frame surrounded by other large rocky mountains, yosemite national park

Explore Why These 7 Oldest U.S. National Parks Still Reign Supreme

picture of yosemite national park, with the falls running down the rocky mountain behind a pond and greenery

4 Unforgettable National Park Road Trips For Your Summer Adventure

monument rocks in kansas seen from above

Kansas Is Just Flat Wheat Fields, Isn’t It? These 9 Places Prove Otherwise!

calm water in everglades national park with lily pads surrounded by green trees under a sunny day

Why These 7 East Coast National Parks Deserve a Spot on Your Bucket List

moraine lake surrounded by mountains and pine trees

These 9 National Parks Are Some Of The Most Beautiful In The World

yellowstone grand prismatic from above

These 10 U.S. National Parks Are Best Seen in June

cascades national park with snow on the ground behind a lake at sunset with light shining on the evergreens behind the lake

The Great Count: Uncovering the Number of National Parks

the hoh rainforest with a trail leading between the tall trees and fern covered landscape in olympic national park

Where To Stay When Visiting Olympic National Park: Best Areas & Hotels

zion valley in zion national park with large rocky mountains on the edges and a green valley down in the middle

5-Minute Guide To Zion National Park

delicate arch under a sunset sky with oranges, pinks and purples, arches national park

5-Minute Guide To Arches National Park

great sand dunes national park with sand dunes in the foreground and a large moutain in the background at sunset

These 6 U.S. National Parks Are Perfect For A May Visit

a large elephant stands sideways with a young elephant tucked under its tail facing away from the camera, kruger national park

Is Kruger National Park Safe? What To Know Before You Go

a young hyena walks through the tall grass, visiting in winter is the best time to visit kruger national park because of the dead grass making it easier to see

Season by Season: Best Time to Visit Kruger National Park

half dome stands tall in the center of the frame surrounded by other large rocky mountains, yosemite national park

These 7 U.S. National Parks Are Perfect For An April Visit

tide pools at sunset in olympic national park, tide pool in the front surrounded by mossy rocks and a sea stack in the back

5 Must-Visit Olympic National Park Tide Pools Revealed

hurricane ridge in the mountain region of olympic national park in summer with purple flowers in bloom and mountains in the the distance

Seattle To Olympic National Park: Best Routes & Stops

sol duc waterfall in olympic national park with three cascading streams over the ravine

11 Epic Waterfalls In Olympic National Park (& Nearby)

view from hurricane ridge in olympic national park showing the surrounding mountains covered in fog

11 Unforgettable Olympic National Park Tours (2024)