Worthy Travelers

Spring break brings opportunities for outdoors-loving road-trippers to cross a few national parks off their list. As the weather warms, wildlife reappears and temperatures are perfect for long hikes and backpacking treks.

The USA’s national parks showcase the very best of the country’s wide-ranging beauty, and hiking is one of the best ways to take it all in at your own pace. Whether you’re scrambling up rock formations in of Moab or descending into the depths of the Grand Canyon, don’t pass up the opportunity to linger longer and meander through the great expanses of these majestic parks this spring. 

Here’s a shortlist of our favorite national parks (and one state park we couldn’t resist including), all of which beckon this spring break. 

Get more travel inspiration, tips and exclusive offers sent straight to your inbox with our weekly newsletter. Canyonlands and Arches National Parks have the magical southwestern landscapes and adventure opportunities you’re looking for on an early spring road trip © Carlos Fernandez / Getty Images

1. Canyonlands and Arches National Parks, Utah

Best for mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, backpacking, boating, car camping
March weather: 60° F (high) / 34° F (low)

Skip the crowds at Zion and head north to experience what puts Moab on every adventurer’s map: close proximity to the striking red rocks at both Arches and Canyonlands. Whether you’re looking to tear up the trails on a mountain-biking tour; hike through vast, rust-colored mesas and tablelands; or squeeze through slot canyons, this slice of eastern Utah is not for the faint of heart.

Both Arches and Canyonlands have well-positioned roadside campgrounds within their…

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