The 5 Best National Parks in the United States The United States has 59 national parks. With so many to choose from, how do you pick which ones to visit first? Fortunately, travelers all over the world have compared notes. No one park is the same and each brings something unique to the table. Here are the five parks that most travelers seem to love the most. They also happen to be the most popular parks in the United States. The Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon is an inspiring reminder of mother nature's power. Cliffs hundreds of feet high are carved by flowing rivers. Thunder strikes are common in the wide expanse of sand. It's an incredible experience, whether you're looking to sightsee or hike the canyon itself. Yosemite Valley. Yosemite Valley sports a diverse ecology with all kinds of trees and animals. Breathing in the air here feels like breathing in nature; a welcomed break from city life. For the truly adventurous, the Nevada Falls is a must-climb. Make sure to check weather conditions before going, as Yosemite is very different depending on the season. If you want to see the waterfalls, make sure that water is actually flowing before you go. Yellowstone. If you want to see live geysers and wild bison, there's no better place than Yellowstone. Yellowstone gets an incredible 3.2 million visitors a year, and for good reason. It's one of the few places in the country where nature is so pristinely preserved that wild animals still roam. Beware of grizzly bears, who still inhibit the area. Grand Teton. If you're a hiker, the Grand Teton is the king of national parks. It's an incredible 7,000 feet above the valley floor. Breathing becomes difficult at that height, let alone climbing. Your main travel companions will be snow and stone. Your main reward is absolutely amazing sights. You can enjoy the stars, the greenery and the mountain ranges all without interference from city lights or pollution. Olympic. Olympic National Park offers a wide range of natural attractions all in one place. It has glaciers and ice peaks. It has sunny beaches. It has rain forests. It has gorgeous lakes. It has a whole host of wild animals. There's something here for everyone. These are five of the most popular National Parks in the US. Which is your first destination? Задание 1.Найдите в тексте английские эквиваленты следующих слов и выражений: одинаковый раскаты грома незабываемый опыт долгожданный отдых погодные условия весомая причина обитать на территории ледник