Hi everyone! It’s Michael Gortenburg here.
As an avid traveler, I always appreciate a great view. There are so many natural wonders across the globe for us to visit, and I’m lucky to have witnessed some beautiful ones. Here are some of my favorite national parks that I’ve seen in the U.S.:
Yellowstone was the United States’ first national park, and 150 years later, it continues to bring in tourists for its geothermal features and wildlife. Just make sure you keep to the designated trails! The wildlife here is beautiful to view from afar but dangerous up close.
The Grand Canyon is famous for a reason. The grand scope of the features is almost overwhelming, with years of running water forming stunning rock faces. If there’s any national park in the U.S. on this list you should visit at least once, it’s this one.
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail
This historic commemoration of the Lewis and Clark Expedition spans 4,900 miles of the United States. My home state of Missouri is one of the 16 states it crosses through. On the trail, visitors get to follow the trail’s legendary history.
The state of Alaska has many natural wonders to observe. At Glacier Bay National Park, visitors get an upfront look at stunning glaciers that make them forget they’re in the coldest state in the U.S. This park contains 3.3 million acres of mountain, beautiful glaciers, deep fjords, and a temperate rainforest, so you’ll be sure to find something that captures your attention.
Mammoth Cave is the world’s longest-known cave system and home to a diverse group of plant and animal life. I highly recommend booking a guided cave tour when visiting. The park also has different tours to fit different fitness levels and accessibility so anyone can join in.
Florida’s beaches often hog most tourists’ attention, but there’s another natural wonder for outdoor lovers to enjoy. The Everglades National Park provides an up-close look at the Everglades’ unique flora and fauna through winding trails and guided tours.
Americans have many natural wonders just a car ride away, with different climates and wildlife to suit your travel preferences. I highly encourage taking the time to plan out a trip to witness one of these for yourself.
If you want to see other beautiful destinations I’ve visited in the U.S., check out my blog here.
Michael Gortenburg, Founding Principal of Eighteen Capital Group (18CG) in Kansas City, Missouri.
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