Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park

Park Loop Road in Acadia National Park

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway in Zion National Park

Natchez Trace Parkway

Looking for a road trip this summer? Some of the best views are along these outstanding scenic roads in national parks across the country. So buckle up and let the journey begin with 8 of America’s best drives: http://on.doi.gov/drives 🚙💨

The incredible beauty of Yosemite Valley in California has deeply affected millions of people over time. Thanks to the foresight of a few of them, this stunning place was protected for public use and recreation for future generations. On this day in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln formally set aside the land that would later become Yosemite National Park and visitors have been enjoying it ever since. Photo by Kristopher Schoenleber (http://ift.tt/18oFfjl).

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Check out these adorable bobcat kittens! Rangers found these cute brothers denning in a woodrat nest at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in California. Rangers took samples and measurements and placed ear tags on the kittens before returning them to their den and setting up a camera to monitor for mom’s appearance. Video by National Park Service.

Red Cloud Peak Wilderness Study Area in Colorado is a hiker’s dream, featuring 30 mountain peaks over 13,000 feet tall and two peaks over 14,000 feet: Red Cloud Peak and Sunshine Peak. Alpine tundra and vast scenic vistas offer solitude and spaces to backpack, mountain climb, horseback ride and more. Photo by Bob Wick, @mypubliclands