When it's peak season, it's not the best time to go to the national parks.
When should you travel? October is the month we recommend visiting the most visited, best-known parks in both countries, and the results came as a bit of a surprise.
There are 63 national parks in the United States.
The so-called "shoulder season" is a time when travelers like to be on the road and explore. Kids are back in school after the summer holidays and the weather is less intense in desert regions and mountainous areas, making it the best of both worlds. Depending on where you are headed, you may be able to get some warm, sunny days. As the crowds thin out, low season rates for lodgings kick in to attract more travelers.
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In October, New England's maples are putting on a show, but it's not the only one. There are many trees that are putting on their best. It's a great time of the year to see large mammals like moose, bison, and deer, as rutting season is in full swing.
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Canada and its national parks are on a different timetable due to its location north of the 49th parallel. The best season for hiking in the mountains is June to August, with the lowest prices and the most colorful foliage. For our money, the best time to visit is in May, June, August and September.
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Extreme weather conditions can make it difficult to visit some parks during peak season. If you want to go during the high season, you have to go in the summer, but if you want to go in the cooler season, you have to go in the summer. Death Valley is the best place to go during the early spring because of the jaw-dropping sights more than makeup for the summer hordes.
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There isn't a bad time of year to visit the parks of Hawaii Volcanoes and Haleakal.
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Even the busiest parks can be enjoyed in peak season if you book lodgings and trail permits early. Hike in solitude on the quiet western side of Rocky Mountain National Park, catch a sunrise at the Grand Canyon's Shoshone Point, or skip the most-visited parks altogether. Jessica said to stop and think about what she wanted to do. You might be surprised by what you discover.
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Some parks can be at their most beautiful and peaceful in the winter. You won't forget the Grand Canyon with a dusting of snow or the Half Dome with its white blanketed meadow.
October is wonderful. There are a lot of great times to be in a national park. Is there a better time to visit a national park? Right now.
There are unforgettable experiences in US national parks.
The article was first published in August of 2012
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