breathtaking landscape at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, where the wild spirit of America still lives Amtrak serves nearby towns, but driving is often the easiest option. Bison, prairie dogs, and wild horses roam freely—give them space. and diverse wildlife. Larger dining options are in Dickinson and Bismarck.

Gustavus has a handful of cafes and bed and breakfast dining rooms.

Louisville or Nashville day trips give foodie-level dining before or after your visit.

hrs) By Train:  Alaska Railroad runs a spectacular route from both Anchorage and Fairbanks By Car:  Drive Denali Park Village Luxury:  Remote wilderness lodges (fly-in only, $$$$) Places to Eat Within the park, dining

Driving is the only option; once in the canyon, the winding roads are part of the adventure. Park:  Grant Grove Cabins, Cedar Grove Lodge Nearby:  Fresno hotels, Three Rivers inns Places to Eat Dining

El Paso is five hours. You'll need a car; public transit isn't an option. Best Things to Do Scenic drives:  The Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive offers sweeping desert views that end Where to Eat Starlight Theatre (Terlingua):  Iconic desert dining with chili, live music, and a lively

Redwood is a cathedral of living giants, where trees scrape the sky, fog drifts like incense, and every Driving is essential—this is remote California coast country, where distances are long and cell service Roosevelt elk are typical—give them space. Nearby:  Hotels in Crescent City, inns in Trinidad Cabins:  Redwood Coast cabins & Airbnbs Places to Eat Dining

Unlike its more popular Mighty Five siblings, this park near Torrey, Utah, offers a peaceful and intimate How to Get There Capitol Reef is one of the most remote Mighty Five parks. Only the Scenic Drive beyond Fruita requires a fee. Entry Fee:  $20 per vehicle (Scenic Drive only) Permits:  Needed for backpacking, canyoneering Safety Drive the 8-mile Scenic Drive, wander through Fruita's orchards, and stop for fresh pies at Gifford House

Wildlife:  Bears and Moose are common; give space and carry spray. In park:  Jenny Lake Lodge Dining Room, Signal Mountain Lodge restaurants.

Glacier's greatest hits can be packed into a long weekend if you give the park early starts. Going-to-the-Sun Road:  Scenic drive with stops at Logan Pass and Wild Goose Island. Decide whether to stay on the west side, the east side, or split your nights to reduce driving. In park:  Jammer Joe's at Lake McDonald, Grab-and-go at Rising Sun, Many Glacier Hotel dining room.

This scenic drive or hike offers breathtaking views of cascading waterfalls and an abundance of wildflower Central: Ozark National Forest, Arkansas Activity:  Buffalo River Trail Details:  Discover the Ozarks' diverse offer unique opportunities to witness seasonal migration, observe nesting behaviors, and appreciate the diverse Carolina Activity:  Birdwatching at Clingman Dome Details:  Clingmans Dome offers panoramic views and diverse Activity:  Birdwatching at Hurricane Ridge Details:  Head to Hurricane Ridge for stunning views and diverse

Arches National Park Travel Guide Drive into Arches National Park and it feels like you've entered a With over 1.4 million visitors each year, it's a cornerstone of Utah's "Mighty Five." The park entrance is just five miles north on U.S. Many travelers land at Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Colorado, a two-hour drive, or Salt Lake Moab, located five miles away, offers a range of accommodations, from budget motels to boutique stays