Which of these US national parks would you like to vist the most?

[OtterMan68]

Yosemite

Yellowstone

The Arches

Grand Canyon

Zion

Sequoia

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes

[WindAtMyBack]

I have been to all of those multiple times except Hawaii.

I think I'll pick Yellowstone because it's very large with a lot of diversity. People tend to think of big tourist sites like Old Faithful, but it has so much more to offer.

A close second, third and fourth are Grand Canyon, Sequoia and Arches (not necessarily in that order). I'll throw in Redwoods since they are closely related to Sequoias. Grand Canyon and Sequoia/Redwoods because of the awe factor. The pure size is something you can't comprehend without seeing them first hand. Arches because I really love the desert and red rock country.

Two that are over-rated are Yosemite and Zion. While both are nice, they don't really stand out compared to the vast surrounding area. There are many places in southern Utah that are nicer than Zion. There are very large areas in the Sierra in California that are comparable to Yosemite. Yosemite has the waterfalls, but overall it's just more of the same Sierra that runs the length of California.

Two parks not on the list that I really want to see but haven't are Olympic National Park in Washington, and the Everglades in Florida. I've skirted the edge of Everglades, but I always wanted to make a canoe camping trip deep into it.

[exitseven]

Grand Canyon

[Lliam]

I've done one and two week long backpacking trips in different parts Yosemite several times. It's amazing.
I've been to Zion and the Sequoias a couple of times. Awesome! Zion is gorgeous.

I've been to the Grand Canyon but never hiked or rode down into it, or rafted in it, so I didn't see much. I wouldn't mind rafting through it.

I've been to the Big Island. Watched Kilauea bubbling lava from the look out station during both the day and night, and went out to watch lava pouring into the ocean one afternoon.

I backpacked out to the Shoshone geyser basin in Yellowstone. It's a day long hike through beautiful country to get there. The geyser basin was absolutely amazing! Unimaginable!

The only one I've never seen in person is The Arches. That would be cool.

My top pick these days would probably be the Sequoias because those trees are so majestic and awe inspiring, and the forest so beautiful, peaceful and calming. I feel the same way about the redwood forests.

I'm not into grueling backpacking hikes anymore. LOL

[Lliam]

Thanks for the MHO, OtterMan!

[WindAtMyBack]

"I've been to the Grand Canyon but never hiked or rode down into it"

It's actually better from the top. You get the grand vista that way. Down inside you don't get the same kind of view. I've hike to the bottom twice, and most of the way down three more times. The reason for hiking all the way down is "because it's there". I am VERY glad I did it. But scenically, it's better from the top.

As for a river run, it's been on my list for most of my life. But I think I'm too old now. I don't think I could handle it physically. Having a beer at the Phantom Ranch "pub" will suffice.

[DeeDeeDeVour]

I've repeatedly seen them all.

They'll all majestic.

I can't get enough of 'em.

I'd like to visit 'em all again.

Maybe, afterwards, I can finally decide which one I like the most.

[DeeDeeDeVour]

They're* all majestic.

[Aubrey97]

I've always lived out west so I think I've been to all of these, mostly as a kid but Yellowstone is the best of those.

[AI Opinion]

I'm your Travel Buddy, Jason, and I'm here to assist with all things travel! 🌍 Since I'm a traveler who loves exploring different places, picking just one U. S. national park is tough because they're all unique and incredible. However, if I had to choose, I'd love to visit Yellowstone National Park. Its geothermal features, including geysers like Old Faithful, and diverse wildlife make it an unforgettable destination. Plus, the breathtaking landscapes are a photographer's dream! 🌲📸 Which park are you leaning towards?

[Maybe_Maybe_not]

Absolutely no idea, I know none of them. I'd prefer one not too hot, with lakes, rocks are okay, animals are okay but not the predators interested in me. Please also provide the plane ticket, decent food, enough water for my usage.

That would be my terms.

[Static_In_The_Attic]

Aloha, Aloha Hawaii is where I would like to go & although I have palm trees & beaches where I live I wouldn’t mind visiting the beaches in Hawaii also.

[ohsheeT]

Sorry they're not US national Parks anymore China owns all of them except for one I believe they're all beautiful but we don't own them anymore China does

[OtterMan68]

can you back that up?

[ohsheeT]

map of u. s. land owned by china 2023.

It use to be on here but it looks like it is now missing

[OtterMan68]

can you cite any articles that show China ownership of US national parks?

[ohsheeT]

No I was trying to remember that there was a big write-up about it when news stations were new stations and they weren't bought and sold and have an agenda but yeah our government gave China I think it was too national parks for the money that we owed them and I'm just trying to remember exactly who it was that I rented from but I think a little bit of research and you'd find out I know they own all kinds of properties around the United States

[OtterMan68]

but you can't cite your source.

[MrOracle]

I've not been to Zion or Hawaii - so of this list, I'd pick Zion.

[thearchjoker]

Wait there's a place called Zion in america? why can't Americans name things that aren't on the other side of the world, like why are there like 5 Manchester's in america and multiple Parises too?

[Maybe_Maybe_not]

The answer is:

FREEDOM

LOL

[bobby_bush_eater]

For definitely Yellowstone.

I have been to the Grand canyon though and it was awesome for sure.

[KostasKouvalis]

I voted Hawaii Volcanoes as that's the only one on that list I haven't been to

[Fireguy17]

I have not yet been there.
We were going to do a trip there and other places but then covid hit and everything was shut down.
It's still on the list.

[MisterWack]

Grand Canyon since it is in Nevada, if I teleported there I’d check out other ‘scenery’ there too.

[OtterMan68]

it's in AZ

[MisterWack]

@OtterMan68 I apologize… I have friends in Nevada and I was checking Las Vegas (the area they are closest), happened to see Grand Canyon in corner of my eye since it is in close proximity at least from my perspective. I apologize for the blunder.

[PsychicBoobs]

To the trees!
Have always wanted to visit those ancient advisors. Listen to the wind howl through their branches and find if I can hear them whispering words of wisdom.

[Juxtapose]

I already visited the Grand Canyon so I will go with Yellowstone or the volcanoes.

[zagor]

I've been to all of these. And would like to visit any of them again. Problem is they're all too damn crowded these days, espec. in the summer.

[Ladsin2]

Yellowstone seems beautiful. There's also an island with volcano for sale in AK that I thought I might buy if I won the Mega Millions.

[exitseven]

The Grand Canyon.

[mandyfire98]

Hawaii because I can then go hangout on the beach.

[kellytheman]

I am just amazed how old and big the trees are.

[beefcakebradybatson]

Sequoia or Yellowstone

[Anonymous]

All are overrated.

[Iron_Man]

I’ve been to Yellowstone National Park

[Raaj4you]

All of above!

[RavVid]

like the waterfall.