Summer is one of the busiest times to visit national park sites, but it can also be one of the most rewarding—especially when you choose places that offer room to slow down and notice more. Across Western National Parks’ partner parks, summer brings...
There are moments, just after sunrise and sunset, when the sandstone walls of Canyon de Chelly National Monument shift from deep red to amber. Light moves slowly across the canyon, revealing vertical faces carved over millions of years by water and erosion. It’s a striking landscape, defined not simply by its geology, but also by the continuity of human presence.
Route 66 is turning 100 this year! Make the most of road trip season by visiting the many national parks and storied sites along this historic highway.
Christine Jarus will exhibit and sell prints from her latest body of work, “A Celebration of Saguaros,” at the Local Artist Expo at The National Parks Store on March 28 and 29, 2029. Western National Parks had the opportunity to interview Christine about her artistic journey, process, and ways the environment inspires her work.
In 2018, Randy Lewis received an unexpected gift that would change his creative path—his mother and brother bought him a welder. What started as a simple introduction to metalworking soon evolved into a deep artistic passion, one that celebrates the raw beauty of the Sonoran Desert.
An interview with David Boswell and Kay Dennis of Sonoran Laser Creation, who will be exhibiting their work at The National Parks Store's Local Artist Expo.
March brings the first signs of color back to the parks. From ancient quarries to blooming trails and baseball-season getaways to local events, this issue of American West Monthly celebrates the beauty of springtime in our most beloved landscapes.
Longer days and warmer weather make spring and summer prime time for visiting many national parks across the West. Whether you’re chasing wildflower blooms or planning a summer vacation, our guide will help you prepare for an amazing season of national park adventures. Read on for more inspiration.
