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2 days ago · To find our top national parks for hiking, we looked at several metrics: high number of trails, miles of trails, and a high average trail rating score. We also found the crowd density in each park by comparing the average number of daily visitors with the acreage of the park. Here’s what we found!
3 days ago · National parks are a national treasure – and Americans know it. In fact, the National Park Service recorded 325.5 million recreational visits in 2023 (that's over 13 million more visitors than last year!), and nearly half of Americans (48%) say visiting national parks is on their bucket list.
4 days ago · Here’s what we found! Yosemite National Park takes our #1 slot with 278 trails, 4,729 miles of trail, and a 4.56 average trail rating. Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California, Yosemite is known for its iconic and striking Half Dome, tall waterfalls, and giant Sequoia trees. Let’s dig into a more detailed breakdown of parks ...
5 days ago · KQED talked to the experts to learn several tips for booking a camping spot in California. Jump straight to: The different kinds of California campsites, and how to book them. How to find cancellations and day-of reservations. Under-the-radar campsites in California that are less crowded.
- Kelly O'mara
- KQED Contributor
3 days ago · This Southern California park might look barren, but it's actually home to some of the most unique natural elements — like all the hole-in-the-wall cliffs dotted across the steep mountainsides.
4 days ago · As you’d expect from the third-largest state in the US, California brims with all manner of incredible attractions, from the world's most amazing theme parks to stunning natural wonders. Read...
3 days ago · February 3, 2021 (San Diego’s East County) -- As of February 1, camping is now officially open again at California State Parks, including Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Cuyamaca Rancho State...
