Nature's Bucket List, Part 1

Did you know that over 5% of the land in the United States is preserved and protected from development?  Don’t be the last to see these top ten most visited parks – they’re on this list for good reason!

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park – In the heart of Appalachia on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, the park boasts 800 miles of hiking trails, countless waterfalls, and a wide variety of recreation opportunities.


• The Grand Canyon – You can see a million photos, but the Arizona canyon will still make your jaw drop when you see it in person.  The Colorado River not only created this natural wonder, it also guarantees an exciting experience with whitewater rafting and hiking opportunities.


• Yosemite National Park – Located in central California, the granite cliffs, giant sequoia trees, and breathtaking scenery make this park a must for adventurous climbers and sightseeing families alike.


• Yellowstone National Park – Home to the geyser called Old Faithful, free-roaming bison, elk, and bears, and a spectacular western landscape, Yellowstone is one of the best-known parks in the country.


• Olympic National Park – Nature abounds on the Washington peninsula; rocky beaches, rainforest valleys, glacier-capped mountains, all within one park.

Source: The Daily Green