Summer Trip Ideas for America's Least Visited National Parks (in the lower 48)
If you're looking to beat the crowds this summer then try one of these things in the least crowded national parks
Happy Wednesday! Will here. We talk a lot about crowds in national parks these days and for good reason. Let’s be honest, when gaining access to a scenic overlook at the Grand Canyon feels like trying to board a NYC subway at rush hour, the experience is going to be less than optimal. The good news is that there are still innumerable places in America to have optimal outdoor experiences, even in national parks!
The name of the game here is to either find less busy places in popular national parks or to find less busy national parks (we have an entire article dedicated to the least visited national parks)! Now if you’re looking for the absolute least visited parks then head to Alaska & American Samoa. But if you’re like most folks and looking for the least visited parks that are road-trippable in the contiguous 48, I’ve got you covered.
The Least Crowded National Parks in the Contiguous 48
Here’s a quick breakdown of the least visited national parks in the contiguous 48 states:
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