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 …
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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 …
Since I saw the photos my sister showed me of her trip to Oregon, I’ve wanted to go visit. The state offers something for everyone, and in terms of the national parks, there are diverse landscapes to see and so much history to learn. I wondered how many national parks there are in Oregon, and …
Acadia National Park is a federal landmark located along the Coast of Maine, in Bar Harbor, a true tourist spot that should not be missed! Acadia offers the usual slew of outdoor activities, and Bar Harbor offers charm, shops, and restaurants galore — with summer and fall being the most popular times to visit, but winter activities …