There are 2 U.S. National Parks that start with R, running from “Redwood” to “Rocky Mountain.” Both protect dramatic landscapes, from towering coastal forests to high alpine peaks. They are popular for hiking, scenic drives, wildlife watching, and camping.

U.S. National Parks are protected areas set aside by the federal government to preserve natural beauty, wildlife, and history for everyone to enjoy. The first one, Yellowstone, was established in 1872 and became the model for parks around the world.

Below you’ll find the table with the national park name, state, type, and description for each entry.

National Park: The official name of the park, listed alphabetically so you can quickly find the one you want to visit or learn about.

State: The state where the park is located, which helps you plan your route and decide which parks fit into one trip.

Type: Shows how the park is managed, such as a standard national park or one shared with state parks, so you know what to expect.

Description: A short summary of the park’s main features, wildlife, and attractions, so you can quickly see what makes each place worth visiting.

U.S. National Parks

National ParkStateType
RedwoodCaliforniaNational park (co-managed with state parks)
Rocky MountainColoradoNational park

Descriptions

Redwood
Home to the tallest trees on Earth, the coast redwoods, along with misty prairies, rugged beaches, and rivers. It is managed together with three California state parks and protects about 45 percent of the remaining old-growth redwoods.
Rocky Mountain
Straddling the Continental Divide, this park offers alpine lakes, tundra, and more than 70 peaks above 12,000 feet. Trail Ridge Road, one of the highest paved roads in the country, crosses it and is known for elk sightings.
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