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Why to Visit Acadia National Park's Beautiful Landscape in the Summer

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Why to Visit Acadia National Park's Beautiful Landscape in the Summer Acadia National Park     Acadia National Park, located in the southern part of Maine, is a 50,000 acre national park that goes along the Atlantic Ocean and is home to some beautiful scenery including various lakes, rivers, beaches, mountains and wildlife.  The wildlife is very diverse and includes bobcats, various types of fish, beavers and racoons.  With over 4,000,000 visitors annually, Acadia National Park is one of the most-visited national parks in the U.S.  However it is important to note that this national park is located in Maine, meaning finding the right time to go to avoid the cold winters or rainy spring seasons is very important.  With all of this in mind, summer is likely the best time of the year to visit this amazing park and to experience it all to the fullest. Why to Visit During the Summer Weather Acadia During the Winter     As previously said, the weath...
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Why to Visit North Cascades National Park's Beautiful Mountains and Lakes During the Summer

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 Why to Visit North Cascades National Park's Beautiful Mountains and Lakes During the Summer North Cascades National Park         North Cascades National Park, located in northern Washington, is a relatively smaller national park home to a massive mountain range and multiple lakes.  With it being so north, winters hit hard.  Snow fall can get heavy and trails can get blocked.  With this being said, it is important to pick a good season to go visit because trust me, you will want to visit this amazing national park!  With 500,000 acres of land and less than 20,000 annual visitors, this national park is really a little golden nugget of America.   Why to Visit During the Summer Weather North Cascades During the Winter     As previously mentioned, North Cascades National Park is located on the very northern part of the U.S. making the winters there very harsh.  So harsh that often many visitor centers and trails...
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Why to Visit Lake Clark National Park's Amazing Landscape in the Summer

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  Why to Visit Lake Clark National Park's Amazing Landscape in the Summer Lake Clark National Park     Lake Clark National Park is located on the south part of Alaska and is home to an amazing vast landscape including forests, mountains and most importantly Lake Clark.  With over 4,000,000 acres of land, it would take almost a lifetime to see every part this nation park has to offer.  With only around 20,000 annual visitors, Lake Clark is a very underrated yet beautiful national park.  However, with Lake Clark National Park being in Alaska, it can be an adventure in itself just to get there.  In addition, as with most national parks in Alaska, it is very important to go during the warmer months such as during the summer in order to get the most out of the park while it isn't fully covered in snow. Why to Visit During the Summer Hiking      Tanalian Falls     With Lake Clark National Clark being so big, the hiking possibili...
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Why to Visit Grand Teton's Lakes, Mountains and Forests During the Summer

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  Why to Visit Grand Teton's Lakes, Mountains and Forests During the Summer Grand Teton National Park      Grand Teton National Park is located on the west side of Wyoming and is home to beautiful lakes, a mountain range like no other and some very unique wildlife.  Grand Teton is a perfect place for outdoor lovers to go and fish, bike, and hike amongst the amazing foliage and wildlife.  Almost 4,000,000 tourists come to Grand Teton each year in order to experience the park's glory in person.  Due to the park being in Wyoming, it isn't tourist friendly year-round because of the crazy winters and rainy seasons Wyoming can experience.  It is important to pick the right time to visit in which you can take advantage of any good spells of weather. Why to Visit During the Summer Weather Jenny Lake     As previously said, the weather in Wyoming fluctuates throughout the year, while typically being the best for being outdoors during the summer....
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Why to Visit Olympic National Park's Amazing Rainforests and Lakes During the Summer

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Why to Visit Olympic National Park's Amazing Rainforests and Lakes During the Summer Olympic National Park      Olympic National Park is in my opinion one of the most diverse national parks in the U.S.  From rainforests to lakes to meadows, there is a sight to see for any nature lover.  This park sees almost 3,000,000 visitors annually, most of whom are there to either hike, kayak, or explore.  Located in Washington, Olympic National Park is home to diverse weather including a lot of rain during the winter months.  Because of this, it is best to go during the warmer summer months in order to maximize the time you are able to experience this area's beauty. Why to Visit During the Summer Weather      During the winter, Olympic National Park experiences over 50 inches of rainfall and is in the low 20s during the day.  In the summer months of May, June and July, the park experiences only a couple days of rainfall and temperatures in the...
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Why to Visit Grand Canyon National Park During the Summer

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  Why to Visit Grand Canyon National Park During the Summer Grand Canyon      Grand Canyon National Park is one of the nation's largest national parks and is deemed one of the most jaw-dropping places on earth.  It is located at the top of Arizona and is almost 2,000 square miles.  With 3,000 foot drops and vast amounts of trails, Grand Canyon National Park receives close to 6 million visitors every year.  With such a busy area, it is important to plan your trip accordingly. Why to Visit During the Summer Weather      Although Arizona is known for being very hot during the summer, the park is frequently closed during the winters so the best time to visit would be in either the early or later months of summer such as the start of May or late August.  During these months, temperatures range from mid to high 90s during the day and low 60s during the night.  Although not the coolest weather, the summer months bring other benefits t...
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See Mount Rainier National Park in Full Bloom During the Summer

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 See Mount Rainier National Park in Full Bloom During the Summer Mount Rainier      Mount Rainier National Park is located in central Washington and is America's fifth largest National Park.  With over 250,000 acres of land, Mount Rainier National Park is home to hundreds of different species of animals and wildlife that are visited by nearly 2 million tourists every year.  With the constantly changing weather that comes with a place located in Washington, picking the right time to visit Mount Rainier National Park is crucial. Why to Visit During the Summer Weather      Weather in Washington can range from below negative to over 100 degrees so it is important to plan accordingly.  I recommend going during Early May or late July since the weather should be the coolest out of the summer months.  Temperatures during those months usually range in the 60s or 70s and don't tend to go much higher or lower during the daytime.  Be warne...
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