Explore 12 Iconic U.S. National Parks Virtually: Stunning Digital Tours
Renowned author Wallace Stegner called America’s national parks “the best idea we ever had,” a sentiment we wholeheartedly share. These vast wildlands inspire awe, humility, and gratitude, serving as cherished escapes for solo hikers or family vacations alike.
While in-person visits may be on hold, immersive virtual tours—some ranger-led, others self-guided—bring their wonders to your screen. Step away from puzzles and streaming to rediscover nature remotely with these 12 exceptional digital experiences of top national parks.
Kenai Fjords National Park
Alaska's smallest national park by state standards, Kenai Fjords covers over 1,000 square miles with dozens of glaciers, nearly 200 bird species, and diverse mammals like hoary marmots, wolverines, and five shrew species. This guided virtual tour lets you kayak Bear Glacier Lagoon and venture into a glacial crevasse.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon is famed for its red hoodoo formations, sweeping canyons, and Natural Bridge, an 85-foot natural arch. Don't miss the ancient Bristlecone Pines, including one over 1,600 years old visible from Yovimpa Point on this self-guided Google Earth tour.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Glacier National Park
Spanning over a million acres in Montana, Glacier National Park supports one of the largest grizzly populations in the Lower 48. Start your virtual tour at serene Lake McDonald, known for its mirror-like reflections, and continue to equally tranquil vistas.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Grand Canyon National Park
This comprehensive virtual tour features 18 stunning viewpoints, including Mather Point, Hopi Point, and the Abyss. Enjoy the flexibility of multiple stops and a detour to the glass-bottom Skywalk—all from home.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Grand Teton National Park
Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park showcases one of North America's youngest mountain ranges. Capture Ansel Adams' iconic perspective from Snake River Overlook, where the Tetons rise dramatically over a river bend.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Arches National Park
Utah's Arches National Park holds the world's highest density of natural arches, including the famous Delicate Arch (featured on 2014 quarters). These formations frame breathtaking desert vistas.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Sequoia National Park
Established in 1890 to protect giant sequoias from logging, California's Sequoia National Park is home to General Sherman, the world's largest tree by volume. Much of the park remains designated wilderness.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Virgin Islands National Park
Founded after Laurence Rockefeller donated land in 1956, this park on St. John dazzles with pristine beaches, Taino rock carvings, and over 800 subtropical plant species.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Volcanoes National Park
Hawaii's Volcanoes National Park features active volcanoes Mauna Loa (taller than Everest from its base) and Kīlauea. Highlights include the Nahuku Lava Tube on this guided virtual tour.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Everglades National Park
The largest tropical wilderness in the U.S., Florida's Everglades protects 36 threatened or endangered species, including manatees, crocodiles, and panthers. Stroll the Anhinga Trail virtually.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park, Yellowstone hosts half of Earth's hydrothermal features, including Old Faithful geyser and the vibrant Grand Prismatic Spring.
Take the full virtual tour here.
Yosemite National Park
Protected by President Lincoln in 1864 before becoming the nation's third national park, Yosemite offers glowing granite cliffs, waterfalls, forests, and sequoia hikes during golden hour.
Take the full virtual tour here.
