From Dutton Point on the North Rim a rugged and ever changing canyon unfolds. Water falling on the North Rim flows toward the canyon, eroding it farther back from the river. Rain or snowmelt seeps into cracks in rocks; over time, the cycle of freezing and thawing splits the rocks.
There are 58 national parks in the U.S., as varied as the country that houses them. We’ve gathered everything you need to know to set off for an adventure, plus photo galleries, quizzes, maps, and more.
Spice up your family’s travels with this collection of 3,500 family-friendly sights and activities grouped by states and by categories of interest—and many of them are free!
Merry-go-rounds, deep-fried corndogs and high-flying Ferris wheels mark the start of state fair season. Submit your best summer fair pictures to the newest category of My Shot and view photos from other fairs across the country.
No land in America is more sacred than the square mile of Arlington National Cemetery. Experience it in its entirety with this feature from National Geographic magazine.
