THE TAKEAWAY
The chance to celebrate the wide variety of America's great outdoors is here as National Park Week is officially underway.
Now through this weekend, national parks across the country will host themed events to celebrate America’s story in honor of the 250th anniversary this year.
One great event during the week is Watch Wildlife Wednesday, where attendees can play wildlife bingo and observe local wildlife.
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A great place to enjoy the week-long festivities is Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which spans North Carolina and Tennessee and was the most visited park in 2025.
With more than 19,000 species documented in the park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most biodiverse in the national park system.
Olympic National Park would also be a prime example to indulge in the week-long event, as the park ranks among the top 10 most popular and is known for its vast geology, where you can enjoy many outdoor activities such as camping, fishing and more.
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As fall approaches, national parks transform as thousands of people travel to visit:
The main attraction for the week-long event is free admission to any national park on Tuesday, celebrating the National Park Service's 110th birthday.
There are a plethora of events to attend this week for families to enjoy:
Click here for more information on this year's National Park Week events.
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