17 BEST National Parks to Visit in January For Families

National Parks Mom

Are you ready to experience the majestic beauty of America’s national parks in the winter? Believe it or not, January can be the ideal time to make that happen.

With way fewer crowds during the off-peak season, exploring a national park in January can allow you to truly soak in the beauty and peace of the great outdoors rather than fight crowds.

Everglades National Park

Go fishing There is one major benefit to fishing in the Everglades—you can experience fishing in both salt water and fresh water!

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Death Valley National Park

See where Star Wars was filmed While on your Artists Drive, make sure to check out Artists Palette. This is where some scenes of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope were shot!

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Big Bend National Park

Go hiking There are so many hiking trails to choose from, ranging from easy to difficult. Make sure to check weather conditions before heading out, and bring plenty of water with you.

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Yellowstone National Park

Witness Old Faithful No trip to Yellowstone is complete without catching a glimpse of Old Faithful, the park’s most famous geyser. During January, you can expect to see eruptions about every 90 minutes.

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Zion National Park

Look for wildlife While many animals may be in hibernation during a winter visit, you still have a chance to spot some of Zion’s incredible wildlife!

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Joshua Tree National Park

Take a hike There are plenty of beautiful hikes to  enjoy here, many of which can be completed in under an hour (perfect for little legs!). Hidden Valley was our favorite.

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