Virgin Islands National Park’s hills, valleys and beaches are breathtaking. Beyond its tropical beauty, 7,000 acres on the island of St. John help tell the complex history of civilizations – both free and enslaved – who utilized the land and the sea for more than a thousand years. Photo of Trunk Bay by Kaitlin Kovacs, U.S. Geological Survey. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/29/16.
Alaska’s Denali National Park. Photo by Gavin Danapong. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 9/7/16.
It’s hard to have a bad view at Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park from the always beautiful Schwabacher Landing. Photo by Josh Packer. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 9/16/16.
The ice caves at Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin. Accessible by foot when Lake Superior freezes over – which doesn’t happen every year – the caves are like a palace decorated with hanging blue ice formations. Photo by Wan Shi. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/3/16.
A trip to Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming isn’t complete without viewing the majestic Lower Falls. When visiting the park in 2012, Stuart Burnett and his wife Patti captured this shot of Lower Falls legendary rainbow thanks to detailed research and planning. Of the experience, Stuart says, “You could hear the gasp from the other viewers as the rainbow formed. It was just magnificent!! It lasted for about 10 minutes … 10 minutes that I will never forget!!” Photo courtesy of Stuart Burnett. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 7/3/16.
Acadia National Park in Maine is known for its sunrises. The park is one of the first places to see the sunrise in the U.S., but its sunsets are also stunning! Photographer James Kaiser captured this magical view from the top of Cadillac Mountain after a rainy day: “Even when things seem gloomy, conditions can quickly change. It’s one of nature’s most important lessons, and national parks help us appreciate it firsthand.” Photo courtesy of James Kaiser. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/2/16.
Avalanche Lake at Glacier National Park in Montana is your perfect summer escape. Surrounded by old growth cedar and hemlock forests, the cool water of the lake takes the edge off the warmth of the sun. Marvel at the reflections in the lake and listen as the wind plays its symphony in the trees of this natural amphitheater. Photo by Tim Rains, National Park Service. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/3/16.
White Pocket is in a remote section of Vermilion Cliffs National Monument in Arizona. Home to extraordinary sandstone formations, it is popular with photographers intrepid enough to explore it. Under a deep blue sky, the red and white swirls form an amazing contrast, and if you get lucky enough to find a puddle after a rainstorm, you might get a picture of a lifetime. Photo by Jessica Fridrich. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/6/16.
Twilight photo from the Grand Canyon’s Toroweap. Photo by David Shield. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 5/31/16.
Great Falls Park in Virginia offers an exhilarating escape into the beauty and power of nature. From a cliff above the Potomac River, you can marvel at the rushing water pouring over a massive series of falls. It’s truly an impressive sight. Photo by Kristopher Schoenleber. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/1/16.
Colorful skies, amazing beaches & towering seastacks: All found at Washington’s Olympic National Park. Pic by Joey Priola. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/3/16.
Photo by Scott Toste. Sequoia National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/22/15.
Covering 68,000 acres and extending along 35 miles of coastline in California, King Range National Conservation Area preserves the dramatic meeting of the land and the sea. This remote region is known as California’s Lost Coast and is only accessed by a few back roads. But it’s worth the effort! The Douglas-fir peaks attract hikers, campers and mushroom collectors, while the coast beckons to surfers, anglers, beachcombers and abalone divers. Photos by Bob Wick. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/23/15.
Ever see the midnight sun in Alaska? If not, you’re going to want to check out this gorgeous photo of Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Photo by Gareth Blakemore. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/24/15.
Yosemite National Park. Don’t miss the rainbow! Photo by Ece Batchelder. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/25/15.
Dreaming of warmer days & stunning views like this picture of Grand Teton National Park. Photo by Scotty Perkins. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/25/15.
A gorgeous pic of Yosemite Valley National Park on an early spring morning. Photo by Douglas Croft. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/26/15.
Sunset at Olympic National Park. Photo by Andy Porter. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/31/15.
Florida’s Everglades National Park. Photo by Glenn Nagel. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/2/15.
Come and experience Glacier National Park’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier in Montana is a hiker’s paradise for adventurous visitors seeking wilderness and solitude. Sunset at St. Mary Lake by Matt Simons. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/6/15.
