America’s natural beauty is breathtaking and worth traveling to in order to view it up close. Woodlands, rock formations, swamps, grassland and many animals—you’ll find it all in one of the 424 national parks waiting to show off their wonders to visitors. Which will you visit next?

Swipe through to learn about just a few of America’s national parks.

Yosemite National Park

Spectacular Yosemite, in California's Sierra Mountains, is known for its spectacular waterfalls, giant sequoia trees, and the Half Dome and El Capitan rock formations. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, rock climbing, birdwatching and more. With nearly 1,200 square miles to explore, everyone will find a way to connect with nature.

Theodore Roosevelt National Park

If you’re looking for a park that’s a bit off the beaten path, consider Theodore Roosevelt National Park in western North Dakota. You’ll have an opportunity to see a wide variety of prairie animals, including bison, elk, 186 types of birds and several varieties of snakes and lizards. Take a walk to see the place Roosevelt called his "home ranch."

Everglades National Park

The Everglades are home to the largest population of subtropical wilderness in America. Located at the southern tip of Florida, the park is host to numerous birds, crocodiles, manatees and the elusive Florida panther. Take a guided tour or explore the 1.5-million-acre park on your own.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Experience a wide diversity of plant and animal life when you visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which straddles the border between Tennessee and North Carolina. More than 19,000 species have been documented in the park, and scientists believe tens of thousands more species may call the park home. Visitors flock to the park in late spring to see the display of synchronous fireflies, which flash in unison in a mating ritual.

Acadia National Park

Maine’s Acadia National Park is one of America’s 10 most-visited national parks and offers guests 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of rustic carriage roads. Featuring granite peaks, rocky coasts and acres of woodland, the park has something for everyone.

National Parks in Utah

Utah boasts five spectacular parks taht are all worth a visit: Zion, Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef and Arches. Each is incredibly beautiful, and you can drive a circuit of the parks, seeing them all, in about a week. These parks are beloved for their astonishing and colorful rock formations.

Yellowstone National Park

Centered in northwest Wyoming, Yellowstone became our nation’s first national park on March 1, 1872. Many people visit this park to see its unique hydrothermal and geologic features, including the famous geysers that can shoot water and steam as high as 300 feet. Others appreciate the spectacular wildlife in the park: bison, wolves, bears, birds and more.