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Editorial package on the National Parks page of nationalgeographic.com

Stories: Explore the 10 best beaches in U.S. national parks — Far from the tourist traps of popular oceanfront destinations, these are some of America's best beaches—wild, beautiful, and accessible.; The 10 Best Island Getaways in National Parks — When you need to cross the water to get away from it all, head off to these beautiful retreats across America.; Golden hour dazzles at these 10 national parks — From Acadia to Yosemite, here are spectacular spots for sunrises and sunsets in America’s public lands.; Explore 10 amazing river trips in North American parks — By cruise ship or kayak, river journeys offer novel ways to navigate these natural spaces.; Top 10 sweeping views of iconic parks — Nature’s peaks—and humans’ handmade perches—offer plenty of awesome panoramas.; These historic lodges are the perfect way to see North America’s wild parks — Nestled in nature and rich in heritage, these wilderness lodges offer spectacular park stays.; 4 of the Best Wheelchair-Accessible Trails in U.S. National Parks — From rolling into the great, wide open to seeing gators up-close, these national park trails offer wheelchair users a variety of experiences.; Top 10 wildlife encounters in parks — From Quebec to Texas, explore these parks for a chance to walk (responsibly) on the wild side.