From there, loop up to West Virginia’s New River Gorge, one of the newest national parks and a whitewater mecca, which is perfect for rafting. Or you can take on the trails, which are perfectly ...

Steep, heavily-used trails suffer erosion and vegetation loss ... Inside the park, free shuttle buses (many hybrid or electric) loop daily through Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove. The NPS ...

Needles sits along the Colorado River on the California-Arizona border. This desert town offers wide-open spaces that give your mind room to unwind. The Colorado River provides endless recreation ...

Fresno’s location puts you within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. Porterville’s sprawling valley views offer a daily ... Photo credit: Loop Net Lake Success is ...

Yosemite and Yosemite Valley were placed under an updated report for strong thunderstorms by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 3:22 p.m. The alert is in effect until 3:45 p.m. The ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Traffic is hectic in and out of Yosemite Valley. The National Park Service advises travelers to arrive before 8 a.m. to avoid hourslong delays. – Catherine Parker Unless ...