Just two of the seven NPS (National Park Service) units in Missouri have ‘National Park’ in their name. Therefore, these are the only two that I consider actual national parks. At the end of this article, you will find a list of all seven NPS service units in Missouri. What National Parks are in …
National Parks
Katmai National Park is a unique attraction in Alaska that is rarely visited. The vast wilderness is rich in experiences that await tourists and locals alike. However, Katmai National Park isn’t easily accessible, as most national parks are. Located on the northern portion of the Alaskan Peninsula, hundreds of miles southwest from the Alaskan capitol, …
Tennessee is home to 12 national parks if you include the recognized national scenic parkways and trails. A state of rich history, Tennessee has a varied geography. From Johnson City to Memphis, Tennessee is almost 500 miles long. However, it is just a little over 100 miles long from the north to the south. In …
Just three of the six NPS (National Park Service) units in West Virginia have ‘National Park’ in their name. Therefore, these are the only three that I consider actual national parks. At the end of this article, you will find a list of the five NPS service units in West Virginia. (The sixth is a …
You’d think answering the question, “How many national parks are in Wyoming” would be simple, but it’s not. Everything boils down to semantics. If one considers valid national parks to be only those called “National Parks”, then there are two national parks in Wyoming. On the other hand, one may consider any areas managed by …