12 Most Beautiful National Parks in the U.S.

From the Great Smoky Mountains to Yellowstone, explore the best of America's natural wonders.

#1 Sequoia National Park, California

Home to the world’s largest tree, the 275-foot General Sherman, Sequoia National Park is teeming with sequoia groves on the western side of California’s Sierra Nevada. The towering sequoia trees that comprise its Giant Forest are a mighty sight to behold, standing hundreds of feet tall. The splendor of this park shines through the extraordinary views from the many hiking trails and granite domes, including Moro Rock. Be sure to also visit neighboring Kings Canyon National Park—both parks are connected by the Kings Canyon Scenic Byway.