Worldwide Parks and Recreation Areas with Nature Walks

Nestled in southern Colorado, North America's tallest dunes rise over 750 feet high against the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The wind-shaped dunes glow beneath the rugged backdrop of the mountains. This geologic wonderland, containing over 30 square miles of massive dunes, became a national monument in 1932. With the passage of the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve Act, resources now also include alpine lakes and tundra, six peaks over 13,000' in elevation, ancient spruce and pine forests, large stands of aspen and cottonwood, grasslands, and wetlands--all habitat for diverse wildlife and plant species. read more...

Phone: 719-378-6300   Price Range: $0 - $3   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No  
Nearest Popular City: Mosca   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Park, National Preserve   Activities: Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Backpacking, Cross Country Skiing, Wildlife Watching, Rock Climbing, Camping, Auto Touring, Nature Walks, Snowshoeing, Star Gazing   Details Provided By: Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve

George Washington Carver's boyhood home consists of rolling hills, woodlands, and prairies. The 210 acre park has a 3/4 mile nature trail, museum, and an interactive exhibit area for students. The cultural setting includes the 1881 Historic Moses Carver house and the Carver cemetery. read more...

Phone: 417-325-4151   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No  
Nearest Popular City: Diamond   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Monument   Activities: Birding, Nature Walks   Details Provided By: George Washington Carver

The Devils Postpile formation is a rare sight in the geologic world and ranks as one of the world's finest examples of columnar basalt. Its columns tower 60-feet high and display an unusual symmetry. Another wonder is in store just downstream from the Postpile at Rainbow Falls, once called “a gem unique and worthy of its name. When the sun is overhead, a bright rainbow highlights the spectacular Falls. read more...

Phone: 760-934-2289   Price Range: $4 - $7   Open Season: N/A   Camping: Yes  
Nearest Popular City: Mammoth Lakes   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Monument   Activities: Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Backpacking, Cross Country Skiing, Wildlife Watching, Nature Walks, Interpretive Programs, Snowshoeing, Star Gazing   Details Provided By: Devils Postpile