Every single National Park we have been to has been absolutely beautiful. They are all unique, and all have different things to offer. One challenge of visiting National Parks, especially during summertime is the peacefulness due to crowds can make your experience less enjoyable. We did the research for you and found some National Parks that are less crowded, and very must worth the trek. 

Located in Salt Flat, TX Guadalupe Mountains National Park offers an array of scenery. Dunes, mountains, canyons, and the desert terrain. Here you have the opportunity to hike over 80 miles of hiking trails included the highest point in Texas. This park is a backpacking/hikers dream. This park also is home to over 300 species of birds, making this a bird watchers paradise. 

Tip(s): Located less than an hour drive is another national park called Carslbad Caverns National Park. Since you are in such a remote part of Texas this is another opportunity to get the best out of your trip! BE AWARE, since this is in such a remote part of Texas gas and amenities are limited so please come prepared. 

Conagree National Park is located in Hopkins, South Carolina. This National Park is unlike any place you have been before. The land adjacent to the river is home to tall towering trees and an incredibly diverse ecosystem. Hiking trails, wild life viewing, and canoeing are among the most popular activities visitors partake in. 

Tip: Congaree National Park plays host to synchronous fireflies every year mid May-mid June. There are no RV campsites inside the park so make sure if you plan on camping you bring a tent/vehicle with no hookups needed.

Located 70 miles west of Key West, Florida in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico Waters. The only two ways to get here are by boat, or sea plane making this National Park less touristy. Not only is Dry Tortugus National Park beautiful, it is filled with history dating back to the 1800's. This park is also another park known as bird watcher's paradise. With less than 1% of Dry Tortugus National Park being dry ground a famous way to explore the park is to go for a swim. 

Tip: If you are looking to spend more time here there are camping options available on the island. Pay attention to the weather as we mentioned the only way to and from the park is by boat or plane. 

Located in Alaska, this is America's LARGEST National Park!! For size comparison it is the same size if you were to combine Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Switzerland....pretty massive right?! Although this is the largest park, it is actually one of the least visited. This is another park offering spectacular views and and inside look at America's past. One of the most noteworthy history site is a now abandoned copper mine town known as the Kennecott Mine town site. This park offers activities year round from hiking, kayaking, to skiing and snowshoeing. It is also home to one of the world's largest active volcano, Mount Wrangell. 

Tip: They also have free audio tours available to download while you are driving throughout the park.

The North Cascades National Park is located in northern Washington, a three hour drive from Seattle. This is the perfect park to get lost in the wilderness featuring mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and glaciers. There are so many hikes, many including great views without having to hike far. Making this the perfect park to bring your kiddos. Two other unique features of this National Park is the entrance fee is FREE, and a lot of the trails your dogs are allowed..which if you are familiar with other National Parks this isn't the case. So pack up your kiddos and pups and set out on an adventure to the beautiful North Cascades National Park. 

Tip: There is only dry camping located in the park. If you need hookups you need to camp outside of the park. If you don't this park is very budget friendly as there are so many dispersed camping options along with inexpensive campgrounds available throughout the park and forests. 

Located in the Upper Peninsula of our home state, Michigan Isle Royale is one of those magical places you can't believe exists. Like Dry Tortugas you will also need to be transported by boat or seaplane in order to reach the park.  With over 175 miles for hikers, ability to kayak/canoe, and just breathe in the fresh air of norther Michigan you will not be disappointed. This park has also brought in many scuba divers in attempt to find the shipwrecks below the cold Lake Superior waters. Mining history buffs will also be pleased with this parks copper mining history sites available for visitors to explore.  

Tip: Isle of Royale National Park is one of the very few places you can clearly see the Northern Lights. Make sure to take advantage with the timing of your trip! 

Whichever park you decide to visit, please pay respect and do not trash our parks so other people can continue to enjoy them. Please comment below to let us know if we missed any parks you feel offer less crowds, may be harder to get to but absolutely worth the trek!