Will Pattiz

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

Award-winning filmmaker and co-founder of More Than Just Parks. Will has spent over a decade filming America's national parks in 8K, producing work featured by National Geographic and on The Weather Channel. He has been commissioned by the U.S. Department of the Interior, the National Park Service, and has created over 155 films for the U.S. Forest Service. Will has been personally recognized by the Secretary of the Interior for his contributions to public lands conservation.

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National Parks

Why We Love the Mount Fremont Lookout Trail

Interesting in hiking the Mount Fremont Lookout Trail at Mt. Rainier National Park? Inside find maps, photos, weather, and sunrise…

Apr 16, 2026 · 9 min read
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National Parks

Washington’s National Parks Ranked Best in World

Washington National Parks are home to glaciated mountain peaks, lush river valleys, rain forest, rugged wilderness coast, volcanoes, & more.

Apr 11, 2026 · 12 min read
Death Valley Super Bloom makes this one of the best national parks to visit in March.
Spring

15 Best National Parks to Visit in March (+Road Trip Guide)

The best national parks to visit in March span the hottest place on earth to the snowiest places in America.…

Apr 16, 2026 · 15 min read
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Educational Resources

25 Best National Park Videos

Looking for some national parks trip inspiration? These absolutely breathtaking national park videos are sure to do the trick!

Apr 11, 2026 · 17 min read
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Fall

Visiting Yosemite in the Fall

Visiting Yosemite in the Fall is a great idea as visitation is much lower than summer peaks and the stunning…

Apr 16, 2026 · 12 min read
Golden valley landscape in Zion National Park
National Parks

Why I Don’t Recommend Hiking Angels Landing

Considering the Angels Landing hike in Zion National Park? Here's why it just isn't worth it plus how to do…

Apr 16, 2026 · 18 min read