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National parks are infamous for their colorful beauty in the spring. I remember driving toward and into Grand Teton and being overwhelmed by the astounding beauty of the wildflowers along the road-side and in the meadows.

Next door to Grand Teton you’ll find Yellowstone, also a prime wildflower paradise in the spring months and early summer. As home to over 1,700 species of native plants and over 170 species of exotic (non-native) plants, you’ll find unique wildflowers like: the Wyoming Paintbrush, Sulfur Paintbrush, Dalmatian Toadflax, Butter and Eggs, Yellow Monkey-flower, Lewis’ Monkey-flower, Dwarf Purple Monkey-flower, Elephant’s Head, Blue the Small-flowered Penstemon. And don’t forget, Yellowstone’s own, the sand verbena. These are all native species and part of the reason Yellowstone is a protected region.

Late June brings an abundance of wildflowers to Yellowstone Park. This is a prime vacation time so make your Yellowstone lodging reservations early by logging onto www.nationalparkreservations.com/yellowstone.htm or call toll free 1-866-875-8456 to ensure reservations when you come to Yellowstone.

Yosemite National Park is waking up to spring.  The flowers are blooming, birds are singing and the weather just right for checking out the famous sights of this national treasure.

Areas to visit: Yosemite Valley and Wawona Tioga and Glacier Point. April and May has the special destinction of being the perfect season for waterfalls.

The warmer weather begins to melt the snow, you’ll find even the smallest creeks are rushing with water. You may see many small, unnamed waterfalls and cascades all along the Valley rim.

You’ll delight in seeing the wildflowers fill the meadows of Yosemite with colors and fragrances that as amazing as the sights of this beautiful park. 

Shenandoah National Park is a gem and joy to experience. This season experience Shenandoah with a walk in the woods. Explore Shenandoah with a Ranger, a Ranger-guided program that gives you the chance to explore the wonders of the park with a knowledgeable guide.

Through this experience you will have the chance to discover the many stories of Shenandoah’s past, take a walk through the splendor of a unique mountain meadow, or learn about the many animals and plants that thrive in Shenandoah National Park. Make Shenandoah your special vacation this year.

National Park Reservations can assist you with Shenandoah lodging reservations for 11 different options in and around the park. Call us toll free today for friendly assistance at 1-866-875-8456 or log on to make your own reservations at http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/shenandoah.htm.

There are many sites that make Lake Powell desirable place to vacation! Rent a houseboat or take a cruise to these unforgetable sights.

Padre Bay- Not too far from the Wahweap Marina and oozing scenery, Padre Bay is the perfect destination for first-time visitors. Features to look for include Gunsight Butte and the Cookie Jar. This is a great area for hikers and photographers.

West Canyon- This is one of the lake’s most beautiful canyons. With the upper end of the canyon featuring high sandstone walls 20 feet apart and 1,000 feet high juxaposed with the blue lake water this is a truely magnificient sight.

Cathedral Canyon- This narrow, labyrinthine canyon is a thrilling ride. Sandstone walls, so close together in places they scrape your boat as you pass through, tower hundreds of feet overhead, while shafts of sunlight reflect off canyon walls and illuminate the green water. Cathedral Canyon is easily navigable so it’s safe for novices to do.

Rainbow Bridge- Rainbow is the largest natural bridge in the world and is the single most popular destination on the lake. The stunning orange-rock arch soars nearly 300 feet, higher than the dome of the U.S. Capitol. Before the lake was created, the only way to reach the bridge was via a long, hard hike. When the lake is full, visitors can boat nearly all of the way to the national monument, with just limited hiking.

For houseboat or hotel reservations call National Park Reservations toll free 1-866-875-8456 or log on http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/lakepowell.htm for easy online reservations.

The weather has a profound effect on the earth. It is especially interesting and important to find out how the changes in climate are effecting our national parks. Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are teaming up with three federal agencies to study the effects of climate change on the ecosystems of the southern Sierra Nevada.

At stake are the effects on the giant sequoia trees and Ponderosa pines. How and if they are adapting to climate change determines many things about the ecosystem of this fragile area.

There are some studies currently being conducted in the area but this weeek the participating agencies announced a symposium that will be held in the fall about global warming’s impact on snowpack, water tables and other natural features.

The twin parks of Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park are gently marvelous sights. To make your national park lodging reservations today call National Park Reservations today toll free 1-866-875-845. Or you may log on at www.nationalparkreservations.com for online reservations. 

 

By late March spring flowers are beginning to bloom in the lowlands of Olympic National Park. The range of precipitation and topography on the Peninsula create an incredible variety of habitats. On March 27th you will have the opportunity to join naturalist Janis Burger and follow the wildflower season from Ediz hook to high mountain peaks on this illustrated sampling of Olympics diverse flora.

The event, named A Wildflower Primer: Sampling the Peninsula`s Plant Diversity takes place from 7-8 p.m. at the Olympic National Park Visitor Center. The event is free to the public. 

You can find Olympic National Park lodging at National Park Reservations. Just log on at http://www.nationalparkreservations.com/olympic.htm or call us toll free at 1-866-875-8456 for assistance.
 

Yellowstone was the Nations first national park and no wonder! With stunning scenery and unique sites the park preserves and protects hot water spring, geysers, and is the largest of all national parks in the continental U.S.
 

A great way to experience the park is by choosing the right location to call home during your stay.  
 

Hibernation Station is such a place. The village features cabins with hand-hewn log beds & furniture, colorful linens, goosedown comforters, tapestry walls and western art.
 

The cabins can fit from two to eight people, and some have kitchenettes and jetted tubs, for ultimate relaxation.
 

Make your Hibernation Station lodging reservations today by logging on at www.nationalparkreservations.com/yellowstone_hibernation_station or call National Park Reservations toll-free 1-866-875-8456 for friendly booking assistance.

Beautiful Shenanadoah National Park is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The scenery here is stunning. This area makes for the perfect vacation whether you’re just visiting from 30 miles away or coming across the country. 

Some of the most popular activities here include outstanding hiking and trekking experiences, great paddling streams for kayaking and canoeing, mountain biking, and rock climbing. All these let you experience Shenandoah at its best. 

At National Park Reservations we are anxious to assist you so you can have the optimal Shenandoah experience. Choose from a dozen hotels in and around the park. Our online reservations are easy to make. Just log on to: www.nationalparkreservations.com/shenandoah.htm. You can also call us toll free 1-866-875-8456 for friendly answers to your questions and for reservations assistance. Contact us today!

Lake Powell, in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, is a vacationer’s paradise.  The 186-mile long lake offers sandy beaches, cool blue water, and exceptional red-rock scenery. Located in parts of Utah and Arizona the weather here is conducive for many activities any time of the year.

Lake Powell is best known for its excellent houseboating opportunities but there are actually many things to do both on the lake and on the land.  It is excellent for water skiing, kayaking and fishing. There are many ways to see the stunning sights of the area. One of the best ways is to take a boat tour. Lake Powell Marinas offers various cruises for your enjoyment.

Navajo Tapestry Cruise
This 3 hour cruise takes you to the dramatic Navajo Canyon, and Antelope Canyon. With amazing views there and on the way.

Antelope Canyon Cruise
You will choose from either the 1 1/2 hour or 2 hours Antelope Canyon Cruise: Cruise scenic Antelope Canyon, dramatic steep, red sandstone walls and a viewing of Glen Canyon Dam.

Canyon Princess Dinner Cruise
For spectacular scenery and delightful food, this dinner cruise is sure to provide you with special memories of your trip to Lake Powell. Tour lasts 2-1/2 hours.
 
Canyon Princess Breakfast Cruise
For early birds this is a cruise that is sure to make lasting memories.  Captain’s choice of a viewing of Glen Canyon dam and main channel of Colorado River including Wahweap Bay and Castle Rock.

Evening Cruises include Live Music Cruise, featuring live acoustic music while you cruise Lake Powell on the Canyon Princess. Night Sky Discovery Cruise; takes you to explore the magic Lake Powell night sky lake aboard the Canyon Princess.

To make lodging and houseboat reservations for Lake Powell call National Park Reservations toll free 1-866-875-8456 today!

Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park is a great area for hiking and catching the majesty of nature. Some of the most stunning hiking trails lead stunning, gentle waterfalls.

South Fork Kaweah Falls, Black Wolf Falls, Tufa Falls, Crystal Creek Falls, Franklin Falls, Marble Falls, Panther Creek Falls, East Fork Kaweah Falls, Middle Fork Kaweah Falls, Big Fern Springs, Granite Spring, Pinewood Falls, Cascade Creek Falls, and Tokopah Falls are all prime examples of what luscious majesty can be had on Sequoia trails. 

National Park Reservations makes planning your Sequoia National Park vacation simple.  Our maps of lodging options show their relation in distance to some of the most popular sights insuring you plan a vacation that is convenient to your relaxation and fun.

Our lodging options at King Canyon and Sequoia National Park include: Wuksashi Lodge, John Muir Lodge and Grant Grove Cabins. These are just 3 of the over a dozen lodging options we will assist you with. Call toll free 1-866-875-8456 today or log on for online reservations at www.nationalparkreservations.com/sequoia.htm.