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so utterly incredible. It’s also home to more than 130 pristine lakes, five national historic landmarks and more than one million acres that boast parts of two mountain ranges, more than 1,000 species of plants and hundreds of species of animals.
The Amtrak station in Glacier National Park is located less than 300 steps away from Glacier Park Lodge, making it the most hassle-free way to travel.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
As you enter Yellowstone National Park, you will
see the beauty that has been thrilling visitors for more than 150 years. Approximately half the geysers in the world are located in Yellowstone, as well as fumaroles and bubbling mud pots. But the star of the park is
Old Faithful, so named because officials can predict the next eruption of the cone geyser within 10 minutes.
The park also features hundreds of species of wild birds and exotic plants. Outdoor activities abound, including hiking, kayaking, fly fishing, skiing and snowshoeing.
Continue heading north to explore West Yellowstone’s lower loop, where you’ll see the Old Faithful Inn, Isa Lake on the Continental Divide and other landmarks.
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
A pictorial favorite of photographer Ansel Adams, hikers and tourists, Yosemite is indeed one of the most beautiful places on earth.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the region offers a vast selection of trails, from easy to challenging. East of the
Yosemite Falls, the valley divides up into spectacular glacier-carved valleys and granite basins, providing intriguing trails in all directions. Dominating this area is Half Dome, its rounded summit looking 5,000 feet down to the valley ground. The Half Dome vertical north face is a titanic-size wall above the Tenya River as well as
the sheerest cliff on the continent.
If you are planning on visiting multiple national parks, you may want to consider purchasing a National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass.
It provides admission to the national parks for one year from the date of purchase. Find more information at nps.gov.
To get going with Amtrak Vacations, contact your AAA Ohio Travel agent. Start your trip by stopping
in your local office, calling 888-222-6446 or clicking on AAA.com.
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John T. Garcia is managing editor of AAA Magazine.
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