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Cross Country Train Trip: 7 National Parks from New York to Seattle

Cross Country Train Trip: 7 National Parks from New York to Seattle

Have you ever wanted to explore national parks in the USA by train? If so, today’s your lucky day! Welcome to the first leg of our multi-part cross country train series. Read below for everything you need to know about train travel in America, including rail pass options, routes, stops nearest to national parks, and more. Be sure to check out the other itineraries in our cross country train travel series. Knock out each section one at a time or string them all together for an epic multi-week (or even month!) adventure exploring every corner of America by train.

Epic National Park Colorado-Utah Road Trip

Epic National Park Colorado-Utah Road Trip

The national parks in Colorado and Utah are bucket list destinations for many travelers, and for good reason! The rugged terrain, inspiring views, rich histories and vibrant communities will create memories for you and your family that will last a lifetime.

From Geysers to Glaciers: Road Tripping through Montana State Parks

From Geysers to Glaciers: Road Tripping through Montana State Parks

Learn more about Native American culture and explore historical landmarks as you venture through Montana State Parks. This route will take you off the beaten path and into the footprints of American legends. Bring a fishing pole, your hiking boots, and a pair of binoculars to see what you can discover in the Treasure State!

State Parks Road Trip through the Heart of Arizona

State Parks Road Trip through the Heart of Arizona

Beachside campsites offer easy access to the river, while hiking trails along the banks give hikers panoramic views of the river and beyond. Springtime wildflowers are best seen along the half-mile Lightning Bolt Trail, and the Copper Mines Trail and Lamb Springs Trail take you on an abandoned mine tour.

Family-Friendly Road Trip Through Southern Arizona

Family-Friendly Road Trip Through Southern Arizona

Spend a few hours discovering a variety of Native American exhibits that will capture the attention and imagination of kids and adults alike. Then, head outside. Kids can run amok in the small field before tucking into lunch at a picnic table, surrounded by massive granite boulders.

Three Days In Arizona: Where Epic Food and Adventure Meet

Three Days In Arizona: Where Epic Food and Adventure Meet

Taste cuisine from six different regions in Mexico in one sitting! Keep things light with a fresh salad, or follow your heart and go for the heaping pork nachos. Afterwards, choose your adventure. Southern Arizona features a number of incredible options for hiking and sightseeing. Chiricahua National Monument is only two hours east, and the stunning Kartchner Caverns State Park is within an hour from downtown Tucson.

Archaeology Road Trip: The Four Corners Region

Archaeology Road Trip: The Four Corners Region

For the ultimate archaeology road trip through the Four Corners region, look no further! From the Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park to the petroglyphs at Chaco Canyon, the sandstone spires in Canyon de Chelly, and plenty of other incredible dwellings, hikes, and sites in between, this 10-day itinerary is the southwestern archaeology itinerary of a lifetime.

From Cacti to Caverns: Southeastern Arizona’s State Parks

From Cacti to Caverns: Southeastern Arizona’s State Parks

Southeastern Arizona’s state parks provide a bounty of incredible wildlife, unforgettable vistas and outdoor adventures that will make you feel one with nature. This itinerary can be done in less than a week, or you can take more time to soak in all of the history and mystery that awaits. Lace up your hiking boots, grab your binoculars and pack your cacti identification manual – there’s no time to waste when it comes to exploring these Arizona state parks.

Roam the Sky Islands of Cochise County, Arizona

Roam the Sky Islands of Cochise County, Arizona

Explore the best of Cochise County, Arizona on this five-day road trip. You’ll discover each unique community and take trails less traveled in some of the state’s most remote wilderness areas with amazing food, culture, and lodging along the way.

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