There are other reasons as well to plan a winter trip to this awe-inspiring crevice carved by the Colorado River. For one, hotels are cheaper in down season in Grand view Naturetrailinsight Canyon Village and tourists will enjoy cool temperatures (instead of scorching sun). Read on to find out more about visiting the Grand Canyon during the "secret seas

Hikers of the Art Loeb Trail comment on the abundance of false summits, as well as dense overgrowth and rocky footpaths that demand full attention to remain standing. Parts of the trail are known for rattlesnakes, which become especially active during the warmer months on the Appalachian Tr

Inside the park, one of the options is camping. Mount Desert Island has two campgrounds and the is another on the Schoodic Peninsula. On the Isle au Haut, there are five lean-to sites to choose from. The capacity of these sites has been reduced due to the pande

Yosemite has over 800 miles (1,300 km) of hiking trails. There are a variety of trails, and they range from easy to challenging. There are different ways to go about hiking. To prepare, make sure to bring water, snacks, a hat, and sunglasses. Here are the opti

The first French missionary colony in America was here on Mount Desert Island back in 1613. It was destroyed by the Colony of Virginia and heralded the long struggle in the continent between the English and the French and the English speaking colonists and the French colonists. This would eventually boil over into the French and Indian Wars and the French would be forced to cede it to the English. During the War of Independence, it was a part of Massachusetts before eventually becoming part of Ma

The park is one of Maine's greatest natural treasures and it is one of America's most visited national parks - in the top ten across the nation. It is famous for its landscapes, views, combining the land and sea, and its many classic hotels. It is also a great park to visit in the fa

According to the National Park Service , the South Rim receives an average of 58 inches of snow every year. People who experience a snowstorm during their visit may have to deal with road closures and other inconvenien

The hiking trails in Yosemite are very popular, which means they can get extremely crowded throughout the year. It is best to make reservations and advanced arrangements, especially for those who wish to seek the assistance of gui

The most famous sequoia grove in Yosemite National Park is Mariposa Grove. It is located near the entrance to the park and near Wawona. It is the largest grove of giant sequoias in the park and has many of the most famous trees. There are several hundred mature trees in the park and two of the trees in the grove are among the 30 largest giant sequoias in the wo

Hike a portion of the popular Pacific Crest Trail to get a feel for what it's like to make the wilderness your home. The Oregon Skyline Trail has an elevation gain of over 60,000 feet, taking hikers across the crest of the Cascade Mountains and through Crater Lake National Park. Several PCT hikers take the opportunity to resupply at the park, just as AT-thru-hikers stop every few days for the same reason. It is a great hike to get used to the unique demands of hiking extremely long distan

The high temperatures recorded in the park, especially at the bottom at Phantom Ranch, are another deterrent to visiting the park in the summer. The National Park Service reports summer temperatures of over 100 degrees but advises guests that it can feel much hotter in the direct sunlight. Hikers often suffer from dehydration and sun sickness. This isn't as much of a worry in the winter and it's another reason to take advantage of the secret sea

Ordinarily, they offer a guided one-hour campfire trail ride that ventures to the wagon ride at the campfire, everyone returns by wagon. The horse-wagon ride takes riders to the campfire and back by wagon. Bring one's own food (none is provid

The Yosemite National Park is a popular destination for outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and rock climbing. Yosemite National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and 95% of the park is considered to be wilderness. It draws crowds from all around the world with its natural beauty and fun activities. In recent years, the park management has required visitors to make reservations prior to going to Yosemite to control the incoming cro

The Giant Sequoia trees of Yosemite National Park are one of the most famous attractions of the park and a must-see. The famous Mariposa Grove is located just out of the Yosemite Valley right by the entrance to the p

Most people who head to the Grand Canyon expect amazing sights. This natural feature has dropped jaws in every season ever since humans encountered it thousands of years ago. While each season at the Grand Canyon offers its wonder , winter landscapes here are especially divine. The Arizona sky is at its clearest in the winter, so fewer clouds, and less rain, or fog will disrupt visitors' views of its scalloped cliffs. Those lucky enough to visit after a dusting of snow will drink in delicious, layered landscapes with alternating lines of white, brown, red, and ora