In 1872 Yellowstone National Park was established as the first American national park by an act of Congress. Today there are more than 400 national parks in the 50 states and the variety of geography, wildlife and climates is vast. Do a little research and locate a park you haven't been to before and go exploring.

Take a hike, go fishing, try rock climbing, river rafting, horseback riding or pack a picnic to enjoy the scenery. Make a date and cross one of the 400 off your Been There list!

Resources You Might Like.

• National Park Service, Find A Park- Search by name, location, activity or topic.