Inspirato travelers can stay in our beautiful luxury accommodations in many destinations within an easy drive\u2014or even closer\u2014to some of the most fascinating U.S. National Parks. While there are national parks in countries all over the world\u2014Inspirato\u2019s accommodations in Punta de Mita<\/a><\/span>,\u00a0and Qing Cheng, China<\/a><\/span>, are all near protected areas\u2014the U.S. is the pioneer of the system. Below, find out the top places where Inspirato travelers can experience these treasured landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n Established in 1872, the world\u2019s first national park<\/a> spans more than 2.2 million acres and is accessible from two Inspirato destinations: Jackson Hole, Wyoming, from the south; and Big Sky<\/a><\/span>, which is about 51 miles from the park\u2019s west entrance. From there, it\u2019s a quick drive to the iconic Old Faithful geyser, miles of hiking trails, and excellent fly fishing on the Firehole River.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n This breathtaking park makes up most of the Jackson Hole<\/a><\/span> valley. Famous for its namesake jagged mountain peaks, Grand Teton<\/a> is an excellent place to look for wildlife such as elk, bison, moose, bald eagles, and many more, concentrated in various parts of the park. Inspirato members also love to<\/a><\/span> float down the Snake River and boat on Jenny Lake.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n This park<\/a> on Maui<\/a><\/span> is roughly split into two sections. The Summit District, sacred to native Hawaiians, is the mountainous area around Haleakal\u0101 volcano; head here for hiking, lava flows, and the chance to glimpse some of the many endemic species that live at high elevations (the volcano\u2019s summit is at 10,023 feet). Reservations are required up to 60 days in advance for the immensely popular\u2014and breathtakingly gorgeous\u2014sunrise at the summit of the volcano. Back at\u00a0sea level, the K\u012bpahulu District along the coast offers beautiful views, cultural demonstrations, and pleasant nature trails.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n Joshua Tree National Park<\/a> is best known for its namesake trees: twisted, fantastical-looking specimens with prickly barbs in place of leaves. But beyond otherworldly vegetation, the stark beauty of this desert oasis\u2014about an hour\u2019s drive from Palm Springs<\/a><\/span>\u2014attracts visitors to its miles of nature trails, isolated campgrounds, and rock-climbing options. Visit at night for unparalleled stargazing in the remote wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n\n<\/p>\n These parks are a bit of a drive from Telluride<\/a><\/span> (each about an hour and 45 minutes), but their beauty and intrigue are not to be missed. At Black Canyon<\/a>, 2-million-year-old rock formations line its namesake gorge, which at its deepest plunges 2,722 feet below the rim. Mesa Verde’s<\/a> main lure is the 600 fantastically preserved cliff dwellings of the ancestral Pueblo people, who inhabited what\u2019s now the park 1,400 years ago.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n<\/p>\n Five islands and the surrounding water comprise this one-of-a-kind park<\/a>, accessible only by park-owned boat or plane. Its isolated location off the coast of Santa Barbara<\/a><\/span> has helped numerous types of wildflowers, birds, mammals, fish, sharks, and other marine life develop into unique subspecies \u2013\u00a0many of which can\u2019t be found anywhere else. Explore tide pools, kayaking routes, snorkeling areas, hilly hikes, and picnic spots, all set against panoramic ocean views.<\/p>\n\n\n \n \n\n<\/p>\n These stunning parks contrast Seattle’s<\/a><\/span> bustling urban landscape. The summit of Mount Rainier<\/a> soars up to 14,410 feet above sea level, making it Washington\u2019s highest peak, the fifth-tallest in the contiguous United States, and a mecca for adventure seekers. Olympic<\/a>, on the other hand, comprises nearly 1 million acres of both mountainous and rainforest terrain on the Olympic Peninsula immediately to the west of Seattle.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n \n \n\n<\/p>\n Biscayne National Park<\/a>\u2014the northernmost point of the Florida Keys\u2014is just 40 miles south of Miami<\/a><\/span>, offering convenient respite from the city. Ninety-five percent of the park is covered by water, with visitors exploring the park\u2019s mangroves, islands, and coral reefs via boat, kayak, and snorkel. Everglades National Park<\/a> is a bit further away, located at the southern tip of mainland Florida. Swamps and marshes teem with endangered wildlife from crocodiles to manatees. Rent a canoe to explore the trails by water, the best way to get around.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n\nBig Sky, Montana<\/h2>\n
Yellowstone National Park<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nJackson Hole, Wyoming<\/h2>\n
Grand Teton National Park<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nWailea, Maui, Hawaii<\/h2>\n
Haleakal\u0101 National Park<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nPalm Springs\/Coachella Valley, California<\/h2>\n
Joshua Tree National Park<\/h4>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nTelluride, Colorado<\/h2>\n
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park & Mesa Verde National Park<\/h4>\n
Santa Barbara, California<\/h2>\n
Channel Islands National Park<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nSeattle, Washington<\/h2>\n
Mt. Rainier National Park & Olympic National Park<\/h4>\n
Miami, Florida<\/h2>\n
Biscayne National Park & Everglades National Park<\/h4>\n