List of national parks in the U.S.

In 1872 the first national park in the United States—and possibly the world—was created: Yellowstone. Since then 62 other national parks have been established in the country and its territories. Considered America’s “crown jewels,” they are known for beautiful landscapes and amazing wildlife. And to many Americans, national parks also embody the country’s democratic ideals. “There is nothing so American as our national parks,” Franklin D. Roosevelt once said. “The fundamental idea behind the parks…is that the country belongs to the people.”

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By State

Below is a list of U.S. national parks, arranged by state or territory. In cases where the national park spans several states, the park is listed under each state where it is located. Territories are italicized.