Visiting National Parks In Winter, 9 of the Best

Above, a view of the Grand Canyon from Hermit's Rest. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Winter season is not one that most people associate with visiting a national park in. But many people do and enjoy it. That's one thing I haven't done. The closest I've come to a national park in winter was visiting Grand Canyon National Park in late autumn (November).

msmNOW has an article on the nine of the best national parks to visit during the winter.

They begin it with:

 Ken Burns was one of the many who’ve said it: The national parks were America’s best idea.

And it seems like the rest of the U.S. populace would agree. In 2019, 327.5 million visitors toured the parks, up 9 million visits from the previous year. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has made the allure of our nation’s parklands even stronger, with travelers seeking wild, outdoor spaces in droves.

Fortunately, you can usually get a reprieve from the crowds — and still enjoy spectacular scenery — by visiting a national park during the winter. From striking snowscapes to secluded retreats, these are the nine national parks best seen in the wintertime.

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