More Than Just Parks

Jim Pattiz

Award-winning filmmaker, NPS/DOI commissioned, National Geographic featured

Award-winning filmmaker and co-founder of More Than Just Parks. Jim has spent over a decade alongside his brother Will exploring and filming America's national parks and public lands. Together they have been commissioned by the U.S. Department of the Interior and National Park Service, featured by National Geographic and on The Weather Channel, and produced over 155 films for the U.S. Forest Service.

10 Things To Do at Ocmulgee Mounds NHP

All of the best things to do in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park including museums, historic sites, hikes, activities, and…

Mar 29, 2026 · 10 min read

All 63 US National Parks Ranked (2026 Update)

Well folks, we had to do it (again). We’ve spent a decade filming America’s national parks, and after countless requests…

Mar 29, 2026 · 55 min read

10 Best Saguaro National Park Hikes

All of the best hikes and trails in Arizona's Saguaro National Park including hiking time, trail length, tips, photos, and…

Sep 11, 2024 · 9 min read

Best Time to Visit Haleakala National Park

Who doesn't love the idea of winter in Hawaii? Haleakalā National Park is the perfect place to beat the cold…

Sep 11, 2024 · 12 min read

56 Best National Park Gifts

Our comprehensive guide to the best national park gifts covers the latest and greatest national park gift ideas for 2023,…

Sep 11, 2024 · 25 min read

Voyageurs In Winter

While winter in Voyageurs National Park is not for the faint of heart, with the proper winter gear and planning…

Sep 11, 2024 · 5 min read

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