6Facts For Travelers Visiting The National Parks
As you may have already surmised, Colorado is home to only four national parks: Black Canyon of The Gunnison National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, Mesa Verde National Park, and Rocky Mountain National Park. Nevertheless, travel writers generally agree that you should set aside between one week and 10 days to truly hit all the must-see highlights at all four parks. In fact, if you are up for it, book campsites and do some camping and you’ll have a better chance of seeing more of the parks’ wildlife.
While the best times to visit have previously been noted, here are a few more personalized suggestions. If you really want to avoid the crowds, the quieter months are generally April and May. On the other hand, if you enjoy colder weather and are accepting of potentially having limited access to these parks, visit from October to December and enjoy the wild winter wonderland with even fewer fellow travelers present. Finally, if you really hope to spot more wildlife and prefer the best weather conditions, hit the parks in late May through the middle of October.
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