America’s first national park, Yellowstone, was established in 1872. Forty-four years later, the National Park Service was created to “conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein."Today, there are 59 national parks scattered across the nation, each encompassing its own special habitats. They afford visitors fantastic opportunities to explore the great outdoors, and discover nature in all its incredible variety.
Here are 30 US national parks that will get you heading for the great outdoors.