National Park Guides
Comprehensive guides to individual national parks with things to do, best hikes, logistics, and insider tips from our filming expeditions.

Visiting Zion National Park: 1 to 5 Day Itinerary
The experts at More Than Just Parks have you need to know about visiting Zion National Park. Avoid the crowds…
Olympic vs North Cascades vs Rainier: Washington’s 3 National Parks Compared
Three Parks, One State, Three Very Different Experiences Washington State has three national parks within a few hours of Seattle.…

Yellowstone in May: What to Expect
Why May Is a Big Deal in Yellowstone May in Yellowstone is the month the park wakes up. Roads reopen…
Yosemite in May: The Best Month Nobody Talks About
May Is Yosemite’s Best Kept Secret May in Yosemite is the month the waterfalls go full blast and the crowds…

Grand Canyon with Kids: An Honest Planning Guide
Here’s What Nobody Tells You The Grand Canyon with kids is absolutely doable. I’ve done it. But most of the…

Zion vs Bryce Canyon: Which Utah Park Is Better?
The Quick Verdict I’ve spent weeks in both Zion and Bryce Canyon. I’ve hiked them in every season, photographed them…

Can You Do Glacier National Park in One Day?
The Short Answer Can you do Glacier National Park in one day? Technically yes. Should you? Depends on what you…

Is Acadia National Park Overrated? An Honest Take
The Quick Take Everyone tells you Acadia is a top-5 national park. After visiting four times across three seasons, here’s…

Yellowstone vs Grand Teton: Which One Should You Visit?
The Short Answer I’ve spent weeks in both Yellowstone and Grand Teton. If someone put a gun to my head…

Natural Bridges National Monument: Dark Sky Wonder
As the world's first world’s first International Dark Sky Park, Natural Bridges National Monument is one of Utah's greatest hidden…

15 Tips for Visiting Mount Rushmore
Everything you need to know about visiting Mount Rushmore including hours, fees, things to do, helpful tips, interesting facts, and…
A Guide to Badlands National Park
A true monument to the American West, Badlands National Park and its vast landscapes beckon to be explored and looked…

Virgin Islands National Park: An Expert Guide
Virgin Islands National Park is a picture perfect tropical paradise featuring crystal-blue waters, jungle ruins, pristine beaches, and more.

2024 Solar Eclipse at National Parks (What Happened + Lessons Learned)
The April 8, 2024, Solar Eclipse will be the event of a generation. You're not too late if you use…

Gateway Arch National Park Guide (Tickets & Tram)
Conquer the iconic Gateway Arch National Park with tips on tickets, tram rides, riverboats and exhibits. Plus, why is it…

Top Tips for Visiting Grand Teton National Park
Journey to a land dominated by towering peaks, apex predators, & majestic beauty – an epic guide to visiting Grand…

Zion National Park: A Complete Guide
Zion National Park is one of the most beautiful and overcrowded places in the world. Here's how to see it…
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Expert Guide
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a truly otherworldly wonder featuring big island volcanic beauty - lava tubes, red lava, craters…

Updated Yosemite Reservations in 2026 Simplified
Planning a trip to Yosemite in 2024? From new Yosemite reservation details to ULTIMATE park guides, we've got it all…

You Could Be Missing Out Free National Parks Access
Options for free national park access await many people who don't seize the chance. We break down the discounts, deals,…

Death Valley National Park (Southern California, U.S.)
Death Valley National Park is the hottest place on earth, lowest place in North America, driest place in the US,…

Acadia National Park: A Guide to New England’s Top Park
Acadia National Park is the only national park in the northeastern U.S. and a true monument to coastal New England's…
Redwood National Park (Northern California, U.S.)
Redwood National Park is home to the tallest trees in the world, the mighty Redwood. Magical forests, spectacular beaches, &…

How To Use The Grand Canyon Shuttle System
Knowing how to utilize the Grand Canyon Shuttle is the best kept secret in the National Park System. Check out…