- 1). Choose which Western Parks, you want to see. Fifty-five parks exist in the western region, which includes California, Arizona, Hawaii, Guam and two parks in Nevada. Excellent choices include Redwood National Park to see redwood trees. For mountains and waterfalls, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are not as crammed with people as Yosemite. Petrified Forest has the oldest-known dinosaur fossils. In Joshua Tree National Park, three desert national symbols grow: the saguro, the organ pipe cactus and, of course the Joshua tree. San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park includes Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Fort Point National Historic Site.
- 2). Obtain maps so you can safely and easily get there. You can use MapQuest or GoogleMaps online or you can obtain directions from a local travel agent or AAA office.
- 3). Decide whether you want to camp or stay in accommodations in the parks. If you choose to use the park accommodations, make reservations at least a year in advance, because most of them fill up quickly.
- 4). Fill your gas tank and obtain your tickets. Enjoy your trip.
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