Glacier Point Yosemite National Park

Yosemite photoGlacier Point is an amazing point over Yosemite National Park in the US state of California. It is found on the northern side of Yosemite Valley on the eastern slope of Mount Watkins. It is at an altitude of 3,200 meters above Half Dome village. In the southern area of the valley there is a huge drop-off in elevation from Glacier Point to Yosemite Valley. The valley narrows and becomes narrower as it goes up until it reaches the top of Glacier Point. The valley is quite flat and has large boulders on both sides. On the north face of the mountain, there is another drop-off where a good road can be found going towards Yosemite Valley.
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Glacier Point was discovered by George Mallory, a prominent hunter and guide. He spent many years studying the geography and animal behavior of the area surrounding Glacier Point. When he discovered the mountain, he began to build the first railroad line through Yosemite Valley. He is credited with being the first American to successfully traverse Yosemite’s mountains. Since his discovery of Glacier Point, the area has become popular for camping, hiking, climbing, skiing, and mountain biking.
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Glacier Point is certainly a great place to spend your holiday. There are many guided tours available in Yosemite, especially during the summer months when you can find a lot of climbers, hikers, skiers, snowboarders and others who come down here to explore the area. In addition, there are a lot of activities which are conducted by the Yosemite National Park Rangers and some of them include rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, photography, and hiking. If you are looking for a wonderful and amazing place to spend the night, go on a guided tour to Glacier Point, Yosemite National Park.

About Joshua Tree National Park

Joshua Tree National Park photoJoshua Tree National Park, located south of Los Angeles, is a sprawling protected area along the California desert. It is marked by stark rocky desert landscapes and rocky rock formations. Known for its twisted, bristled, reddish-orange Joshua trees, it straddles the flat, high-desert Colorado Desert and the warmer, lower Mojave Desert. The park is divided into two parts: the North Park and South Park. Keys View looks over the central Coachella Valley. Hiking tracks weave through the rock boulders of Hidden valley.
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The park has been called “the world’s largest natural archaeological find.” There are ancient artifacts of Mesoamerican and European origin. Several ancient temples, burial mounds, ceremonial sites, caves and rock art can be found in the park. It is home to a variety of species of birds, deer, elk and coyotes. There are also a wide range of reptiles. This park offers an excellent opportunity to experience a variety of scenic landscapes in one location. The park is also popular with tourists because of its scenic beauty.
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A visit to the park starts by traveling north from Los Angeles, passing through San Gabriel in Orange County. Traveling east on Highway 101, you will arrive in Palm Springs. From there, you will travel south to Oxnard and finally reach the park. There are numerous transportation options to make your journey convenient and easy. Visitors to this park should take advantage of these transportation options to make their journey easy, convenient and safe.

Yellowstone – The World’s Biggest National Park

Yellowstone  photoYellowstone National Park, located in the state of Wyoming, is a remarkable nearly 3,000-square-mile wilderness recreation area on top of a volcano hot spot. Mostly in Yellowstone, the park extends into parts of Idaho and Montana as well. Yellowstone features stunning canyons, majestic alpine meadows, expansive forests, spectacular hot springs, cascading geysers and roaring geothermal waters, including its famous Old Faithful. It is also home to many wild animal species, such as bison, wolves, bears, elk, and deer.
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Park officials have recently made a major upgrade to the park. The biggest change is the addition of an airboat tour to the park. Visitors can now enjoy a boat ride along the river in order to see the wild animals. There are also many other attractions at Yellowstone, such as the Yellowstone Butterfly Farm and the Yellowstone Wild Animal Park. If you plan to stay at one of Yellowstone’s lodges, there are many things you can do in the park, such as hiking, camping and swimming.
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Yellowstone National Park has been around since the 19th century. The park is home to many animals including bear, wolf, eagles, coyotes and moose. Although the park is open all year long, it gets most of its tourists during the winter months. You will not only enjoy the beauty and natural beauty of the park, but also experience a trip to a truly unique and exciting place.