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The National Park System of the United States is the collection of physical properties owned or administered by the National Park Service. This includes all areas designated National Parks and most National Monuments, as well as several other types of protected areas of the United States.
As of 2006, there are "units" of the National Park System. However, this number is somewhat misleading. For example: Denali National Park and Preserve is counted as two units, whereas Fort Moultrie National Monument is not counted as a unit because it is considered a feature of Fort Sumter National Monument.
In addition to areas of the National Park System, the National Park Service also provides technical and financial assistance to several "affiliated areas" authorized by Congress. Affiliated areas are marked on the lists below.
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A 2-Year Exploration of America's Treasures - A personal journey from east to west through 358 park sites documenting their travels through writings and photos.
Meta Description: [ The unofficial guide to America's National Parks. Independent site reviews of every National Park area in the Continental U.S. written by Michael and Gabrielle Sedor as they travel the U.S., visiting over 358 National Park areas, including Historical Sites, Battlefields, Monuments, Recreation Are... ]
Adventure Crew - Source provides pictures, videos, and information regarding many of America's parks, monuments and wilderness areas.
Meta Description: [ Plan family adventure travel here. Outdoor adventure ideas for national park vacation, monuments & wilderness areas. Offering free information, pictures, and videos. ]
American Park Network - Publisher of visitor guide magazines offers information on trip planning, reservations and family activities.
Fieldguide to U.S. Public Monuments and Memorials - Identifies, describes, and classifies U.S. public monuments and memorials.
Meta Description: [ Registry that identifies, describes, and classifies U.S. public monuments and memorials. ]
Mapping the National Parks - Collection documenting the history, cultural aspects and geological formations of areas that eventually became National Parks.
Meta Description: [ National Park maps, Acadia National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Maps of the National Parks. ]
National Park Directory - Listing of locations, seasons open, area in acres, major attractions and activities.
National Park Foundation - Purchase the National Parks Pass, plan a trip, read community opinions or learn about volunteer opportunities.
Meta Description: [ Experience Your America! Welcome to NationalParks.org, produced by the National Park Foundation (NPF), the official partner of the National Park Service, and home to the National Parks Pass. ]
National Park Reservations - Offers reservations and information about national parks throughout the U.S. and Canada, including lodging and activities.
Meta Description: [ Hotels and Lodging in Americas National Parks. Find and book your lodging and activities in and around Americas National Parks. - National Park Reservations ]
National Park Trust - Land conservancy dedicated exclusively to America's Parklands, wildlife, scenic wonders and historic monuments.
Meta Description: [ National Park Trust, founded in 1983, is the only land conservancy dedicated to preserving
the National System of Parks by purchasing privately held properties and donating them to
the park systems. ]
National Parks Conservation Association - Resource offers park and wildlife safety, virtual visits, exploration with guides, how to take action and nation involvement.
National Parks Gallery - Provides photos, maps, ammenities listings and park news.
Meta Description: [ National Parks Gallery ]
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Personal page by David L. Scott - General introduction to park facilities as well as entrance, camping and lodging fees.
Public Lands Information Center - Not-for-profit portal affiliated with USDA Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. Resource for maps, guides, passes, permits, pictures and recreation information for state and federal lands.
Meta Description: [ The One-Stop Source for Information on Your Public Lands: Maps, Guides, Recreation Information, Passes, and Permits. ]
Recreation.gov - Government site provides information about federal recreation areas. Search by state, activity, agency, or by map.
Meta Description: [ Recreation.gov is your One Stop source for recreation information on public lands. ]
Untraveled Road: National Parks - Interactively follow roads and trails of many National Parks. View historic markers and scenic views with brief descriptions.
Meta Description: [ Explore the roads and trails of United States - National Parks in a 55028-image virtual tour. ]
US-Parks.com - Guide featuring park descriptions and fees, a lodging directory, road trip and activities planning information, photos and maps.
Meta Description: [ US National Parks Travel Guide - Lodging, Outdoor Gear, Park Fees, Road Trips, US National Parks and National Monuments. ]
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