The Appalachian Trail: A Path to Adventures Large and Small
The Appalachian Trail is the nation's longest marked footpath, traveling 2,178 miles from Maine to Georgia. It provides the perfect opportunity for day trips or short travel through national parks and forests, or ample challenges and rewards for the hearty thru-hiker.
The Oh, Ranger! Story Tour update: Making our way out West
The Oh, Ranger! Story Tour is traveling across the country to collect stories about our national parks, giving millions of park-lovers the opportunity to share their favorite park adventures and experiences. Find out where we're headed next!
Spend a night under the stars with the Great American Backyard Campout
Remember summer evenings catching fireflies, star-gazing and sharing campfire stories? This weekend, the Great American Backyard Campout reminds us of the simple pleasures of camping and inspires today's kids to appreciate the wonders of the outdoors.
Canon Photography in the Parks: Next Stop, the Grand Canyon!
Join American Park Network and Canon at the Grand Canyon to learn how to take better digital photographs at the FREE Photography in the Parks workshops. Future stops include Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons, Acadia and Bar Harbor.
Top 10 "Destinations"
We are proud to partner with Firestone, a true American icon, to bring you closer to some of our favorite national park destinations. This new spotlight series will be updated throughout the summer and we hope it will inspire you to hit the road! You can also win a trip!
Be trail-ready with our customizable Oh, Ranger! granola recipe.
Hot off the presses! Get your 2010 Oh, Ranger! guide for summer trip planning.
Often known as "masked bandits," raccoons are curious, crafty creatures.
Cactus Eaters is a story of a hiker's ups and downs on the Pacific Crest Trail.
