Top 6 U.S. National Park Beaches

National parks are varied and stunning. From Yellowstone's geysers and waterfalls to Yosemite's granite cliffs and old-growth forests

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The park includes trekking, Samoan culture, and magnificent waterfronts on three islands.

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Dry Tortugas National Park is made up of seven islands sitting in the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico

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It's between Michigan City and Gary, Indiana, less than an hour from Chicago

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swimming is not recommended... due to a number of safety concerns

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Several sandy beaches fall within Olympic National Park, all of which are popular destinations for camping

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The park offers tourists a unique experience, whether they're snorkeling in Trunk Bay, viewing sea turtles in Maho Bay

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Top 6 U.S. National Park Beaches

National parks are varied and stunning. From Yellowstone's geysers and waterfalls to Yosemite's granite cliffs and old-growth forests

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The park includes trekking, Samoan culture, and magnificent waterfronts on three islands.

American Samoa National Park

#1

Dry Tortugas National Park is made up of seven islands sitting in the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico

Dry Tortugas National Park (Florida)

It's between Michigan City and Gary, Indiana, less than an hour from Chicago

Indiana Dunes National Park

#3

swimming is not recommended... due to a number of safety concerns

Haleakalā National Park (Hawaii)

Several sandy beaches fall within Olympic National Park, all of which are popular destinations for camping

Olympic National Park (Washington)

#5

The park offers tourists a unique experience, whether they're snorkeling in Trunk Bay, viewing sea turtles in Maho Bay

USVI National Park

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