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Plan a National Park Trip
On certain peak days in 2024, you won't be allowed to enter Yosemite National Park without an advance reservation.
Trending News
Yosemite National Park to Bring Back Reservation System in 2024
Here’s the full schedule of 2024 dates when advance reservations will be necessary and how and when to nab them.
December 19, 2023 05:07 PM
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Bailey Berg
Hiking + Cycling
Bog Hiking Is the Best Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of
December 15, 2023 11:53 AM
Hiking + Cycling
These 3 Long-Distance Scenic Trails Have Joined the National Park System
December 13, 2023 10:00 AM
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Visit Some of the Most Beautiful U.S. National Parks on These New Cruise Itineraries
November 30, 2023 01:26 PM

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Skiing, Snowboarding, and Winter Sports
Where to Go Skiing and Snowboarding in Colorado
Winter Sports
Where to Go Skiing and Snowboarding in Colorado
January 21, 2021 06:32 PM
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Tim Chester
Who Wears It Well? The Best in Après-Ski Outfits
Winter Sports
Who Wears It Well? The Best in Après-Ski Outfits
December 21, 2020 06:37 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Off-Menu Las Vegas
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Off-Menu Las Vegas: Unexpected Things to Do
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The Future of Travel
The Past, Present, and Future of Space Tourism
October 11, 2022 01:32 PM
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Stefanie Waldek
Space tourism is quickly becoming a tangible reality—what effect will the industry have on the environment?
Fall 2022
The Promise and Peril of Space Tourism
October 11, 2022 01:28 PM
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Jessica Camille Aguirre
The new Dark Skies Map hopes to help campers find spots where they can see the Milky Way.
History + Culture
New Hipcamp Feature Allows You to Find Dark Sky Campsites
August 26, 2022 11:14 PM
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Bailey Berg

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Natural Wonders Worth Traveling For
The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to See Wildlife
Natural Wonders
The 10 Best Places in the U.S. to See Wildlife
May 21, 2022 11:33 AM
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AFAR Editors
Everything You Need to Know About Wildlife Corridors—and Where to See Them
Natural Wonders
Everything You Need to Know About Wildlife Corridors—and Where to See Them
May 18, 2022 05:38 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
The Great Nebraska Migration of Sandhill Cranes and the Birders Who Love Them
Natural Wonders
The Great Nebraska Migration of Sandhill Cranes and the Birders Who Love Them
May 17, 2022 02:28 PM
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Alexandra Marvar
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Hiking and Cycling
San Francisco’s Presidio Tunnel Tops Park Is Set to Open in July
Hiking + Cycling
San Francisco’s Presidio Tunnel Tops Park Is Set to Open in July
March 31, 2022 06:14 PM
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Bailey Berg
Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail
Hiking + Cycling
Hiking With History: A Pilgrimage Along the Selma to Montgomery Trail
February 25, 2022 01:59 PM
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Joseph Palmer
Discover the “Last Wild Coast of Tahiti” on a Guided Hike
Hiking + Cycling
Discover the “Last Wild Coast of Tahiti” on a Guided Hike
February 03, 2022 06:38 PM
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Stephanie Vermillion

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Swimming, Surfing, and Water Sports
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Road Trips
Whale-Watching, Elephants, and Surfing: The Ultimate South Africa Road Trip
June 24, 2019 06:02 PM
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Mary Holland
Best U.S. Beaches for Beginning Surfers
U.S. Beaches
Best U.S. Beaches for Beginning Surfers
May 21, 2019 02:43 PM
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Deb Hopewell
The Best Surf Lessons in Maui
Water Sports
The Best Surf Lessons in Maui
May 03, 2019 07:06 PM
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Where (and How) to Go Camping
Lone tent on a grassy field by the ocean
U.S. Beaches
Wake Up to the Waves at These Beautiful Beach Camping Spots in California
Go right from your sleeping bag to the sand at one of these 14 beachside campsites.
June 16, 2025 02:13 AM
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Jessie Beck
Camping
The Ultimate Camping Checklist for a Comfy Night Under the Stars
May 13, 2025 01:59 PM
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25 Great Camping Gift Ideas, According to an Avid Camper
November 05, 2024 07:21 PM
History + Culture
How to Go Off the Beaten Path in the Nordics
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5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand
Outdoor Adventure
5 Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries to Visit on Your Next Trip to Thailand
April 25, 2022 03:20 PM
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Mae Hamilton
The Adventure Lover’s Guide to Aruba
Outdoor Adventure
The Adventure Lover’s Guide to Aruba
April 25, 2022 12:14 PM
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Sheryl Nance-Nash
6 Ways to Support Rewilding Projects Around the World
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6 Ways to Support Rewilding Projects Around the World
April 22, 2022 04:53 PM
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Lenora Todaro
8 Ways People Celebrate Trees Around the World
Spring 2022
8 Ways People Celebrate Trees Around the World
April 22, 2022 04:52 PM
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Iona Brannon
Ways to Celebrate Earth’s Wild Places—at Home and Abroad
Outdoor Adventure
Ways to Celebrate Earth’s Wild Places—at Home and Abroad
April 21, 2022 12:15 PM
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Pat Tompkins
9 Ways to Show Your Love for the National Parks (Even When You’re Not There)
National Parks
9 Ways to Show Your Love for the National Parks (Even When You’re Not There)
April 14, 2022 02:06 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
5 Experience-Rich and Responsible Trips Across North America
Outdoor Adventure
5 Experience-Rich and Responsible Trips Across North America
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The Northern Lights Are Making a Rare Appearance in These U.S. States Right Now
Natural Wonders
The Northern Lights Are Making a Rare Appearance in These U.S. States Right Now
March 31, 2022 06:14 PM
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Bailey Berg
The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit
Camping
The 10 Best State Parks in Texas You Need to Visit
March 31, 2022 04:57 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom
Natural Wonders
Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom
March 31, 2022 02:58 PM
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Mari Yamaguchi
Barack Obama’s New Netflix Show Highlights the World’s Best National Parks
National Parks
Barack Obama’s New Netflix Show Highlights the World’s Best National Parks
March 22, 2022 11:38 AM
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Caitlin Morton
A Beginner’s Guide to Canada’s Jasper National Park
National Parks
A Beginner’s Guide to Canada’s Jasper National Park
March 17, 2022 03:44 PM
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Juliette Recompsat
Bicycling and Boutique Hotels, One of Many Perfect Pairings in Colombia’s Great Outdoors
Outdoor Adventure
Bicycling and Boutique Hotels, One of Many Perfect Pairings in Colombia’s Great Outdoors
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Downhill Dining: These Mountain Huts Redefine Perfect Ski Conditions in Italy’s Dolomites
Winter Sports
Downhill Dining: These Mountain Huts Redefine Perfect Ski Conditions in Italy’s Dolomites
March 11, 2022 02:21 PM
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Michelle Heimerman
Yellowstone Is More Popular Than Ever—Here’s How to Enjoy It Without the Crowds
National Parks
Yellowstone Is More Popular Than Ever—Here’s How to Enjoy It Without the Crowds
March 09, 2022 06:26 PM
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Amy S. Eckert
Finding Blissful Solitude in Yellowstone National Park in the Winter
National Parks
Finding Blissful Solitude in Yellowstone National Park in the Winter
March 09, 2022 06:24 PM
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Tim Chester
Why Scotland is an Outdoor Adventure Like No Other
Outdoor Adventure
Why Scotland is an Outdoor Adventure Like No Other
February 18, 2022 05:33 PM
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Why Winter Is a Great Time to Visit Yosemite
National Parks
Why Winter Is a Great Time to Visit Yosemite
February 17, 2022 12:16 PM
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Tim Chester
Retro Charm Lives on at These Independent U.S. Ski Resorts
Winter Sports
Retro Charm Lives on at These Independent U.S. Ski Resorts
February 02, 2022 12:35 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
Autocamp Catskills
Outdoor Adventure
AutoCamp’s Airstream Glamping Site in New York’s Catskill Mountains Is Now Open
January 13, 2022 02:41 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Old Florida Keys Bridge Is Now a Scenic Walkway and Bike Path
Hiking + Cycling
The Old Florida Keys Bridge Is Now a Scenic Walkway and Bike Path
January 12, 2022 05:26 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
Tallest Volcano in the Galápagos Erupts for the First Time Since 2015
National Parks
Tallest Volcano in the Galápagos Erupts for the First Time Since 2015
January 07, 2022 03:14 PM
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Associated Press (AP)
The Puerto Rico Most Travelers Miss
Outdoor Adventure
The Puerto Rico Most Travelers Miss
January 07, 2022 11:57 AM
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Jhoni Jackson
Why Sheridan, Wyoming is the Winter Adventure You Need
Outdoor Adventure
Why Sheridan, Wyoming is the Winter Adventure You Need
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4 Reasons Why Tohoku, Japan Should Be Your Next International Trip
Outdoor Adventure
4 Reasons Why Tohoku, Japan Should Be Your Next International Trip
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A 600-Mile Recreational Trail Is Coming to the West’s Sierra Nevada
Hiking + Cycling
A 600-Mile Recreational Trail Is Coming to the West’s Sierra Nevada
December 16, 2021 02:50 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
U.S. National Parks Are Getting a Facelift
National Parks
U.S. National Parks Are Getting a Facelift
December 10, 2021 11:44 AM
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Rebecca Reynolds
7 Essential Places to Visit in Alberta
Outdoor Adventure
7 Must-Visit Places in Alberta, Canada
December 08, 2021 02:34 PM
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Anna Haines
Explore the Great Outdoors With These Conservation Groups
Outdoor Adventure
Explore the Great Outdoors With These Conservation Groups
December 08, 2021 02:22 PM
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Pat Tompkins
A First-Timer’s Guide to Cross-Country Skiing
Winter Sports
A First-Timer’s Guide to Cross-Country Skiing
December 07, 2021 02:57 PM
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Anna Fiorentino
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