Nate Lawrence, a science teacher at Staunton High School, writes about how national parks are truly America's best idea.

It's been said that the National Parks are America's best idea, and I feel that is what's being attacked," fired Park Ranger Philip Iversen said.

His parents met while working for the park service, and growing up in Pensacola, he heard their stories about their adventures in places like Yellowstone and Dinosaur National Monument.

Public lands on Colorado’s Western Slope are a cherished part of our natural heritage, but a new initiative from the Department of the Interior (DOI) threatens to undo decades of conservation progress ...

Dinosaur National Monument also protects Native American petroglyphs and ... activities, and adventures. Hike to petrogylphs, stargaze in the backcountry, or take a scenic drive along Harper’s Canyon ...

One must-see is Dinosaur National Monument. It holds a treasure trove ... Near Moab, the southern point of the diamond, three short hiking trails on Bureau of Land Management property along ...

I’ve enjoyed 85 degree hiking adventures and then woken up ... End your day by exploring Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, including star gazing! This is the last day of exploring ...

Colorado is home to incredible historical sites that showcase its rich past. From ancient Puebloan ruins to fossil beds and ...

Nearby hiking trails include the River Trail ... Utah. Following signs for Dinosaur National Monument, turn left onto UT 149. You arrive at the entrance station and visitor center in 10 miles. From ...

If you’re adventurous enough to spend the day hiking to the top of the mountain ... 13- Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument One of Montana’s most important historic places, Little Bighorn ...

Several presidents have their names attached to some of Colorado's greatest natural treasures. After all, it takes a ...