This website is here to help you plan and book your next US national park adventure. Get started here:

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CHOOSE YOUR NEXT PARK

āž”ļø If youā€™ve just started to think about visiting a park, check out the Inspiration section for bucket lists, hidden gems, fun facts, and not-to-be missed spots and activities.

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FOLLOW THESE USEFUL TIPS

āž”ļø If youā€™re looking for general guidance or have a specific interest or type of trip in mind, or are a beginner national park visitor, hiker or camper, then check out my Tips section.

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

āž”ļø When youā€™ve decided which park(s) to visit, youā€™ll find free Guides about each of the parks detailing what to do, how to get there, when to go, where to stay, and what to pack.

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GET A DETAILED ITINERARY

āž”ļø As your planning gets more focused, you can purchase one of my detailed Itineraries. These take all of the leg work out of planning. Get a detailed schedule, insider tips on how to avoid the crowds, what not to miss (and some things that you can), detailed hiking descriptions, driving directions, and more.

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FIND AN AUDIO TOUR

āž”ļø Purchase a self-guided audio tour of the park(s) youā€™ll visit. Download them onto your phone and information plays automatically. No cell service required.

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BOOK AND BUY

āž”ļø When youā€™re ready to start booking your trip, use the Resources section. Here youā€™ll find detailed planning and booking resources, reviews of useful things to take and wear, recommendations for places to stay, packing lists, gift guides for the avid national park visitor, and more.

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FEATURED ARTICLES

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James Ian at Mesa Verde
MESA VERDE

Hi, Iā€™m James and Iā€™m a national park expert. Iā€™m here to help you have amazing trips to the National Parks in the United States.

Iā€™ve dedicated my life to travel, visiting more than 80 countries, all 7 continents, and most of the national parks in the United States. With over 35 years experience in the travel industry, Iā€™ve worked on cruise ships, at resorts and hotels, and as a travel planner whoā€™s helped hundreds of people plan successful trips to US national parks.Ā 

I created this website to help you have the most incredible adventures, within your comfort zone and budget, that you possibly can.

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