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Learn how these famous US National Parks got their names
By Julia Clarke published
How is there a reef in the middle of the desert? A dry island surrounded by water? Learn how these famous National Parks got their names
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What are badlands? And are they really that bad?
By Julia Clarke published
Badlands are anything but bad – learn how this captivating desert terrain forms, and what you’ll need to visit it
![Carrick Lane in the Galloway Forest Park](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/43k9hioizVa7QHdaB49bym-320-80.jpg)
Scottish hiking terms: do you know your aonachs from your bealachs?
By Julia Clarke published
Gaelic terms are common in Scottish Ordnance Survey maps and route descriptions, so we put together a quick guide of the basics for your first hiking holiday in the highlands
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9 awesome National Parks you can do in a day
By Julia Clarke published
Short on time but want an adventure? Check out these 9 incredible National Parks that you can see in a day, or less
![Camping in Denali National Park, Alaska](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qQm2ZF973y66aeKaMciAci-320-80.jpg)
Go wild in these 8 Alaska National Parks
By Julia Clarke published
Alaska’s eight National Parks showcase the state’s stunning wilderness as well as abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, all without the crowds
![A couple on the north rim of the grand canyon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WtveJJkW42PUBFog7GsQ4T-320-80.jpg)
5 unforgettable ways to see the Grand Canyon
By Julia Clarke published
From hiking down to rafting and riding mules, we weigh up some of the popular ways to view this natural marvel and help you choose your adventure
![Strokkur geyser on Iceland](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ajrDkLqGBJwJ7KEA5VWJaj-320-80.jpg)
A globetrotter's guide to visiting glorious geysers
By Julia Clarke published
Get all the goods on visiting geysers around the globe, from what causes them to erupt to where to find them
![A rainbow emerges from the mist at the base of Bridal Veil Falls in California's Yosemite National Park](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GRp433jw6BKfCyL86nk8jc-320-80.jpg)
The 5 best waterfall hikes in Yosemite National Park
By Julia Clarke published
The best waterfall hikes in Yosemite National Park take you through soaking mist, rainbows and up steep granite scrambles
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