7 tips for celebrating an epic year in parks – Tip #2

Celebrations are already in full swing for the 100th birthday of the National Park Service. If you’re planning a park visitthis year–and I strongly encourage it!–I’ve pulled together some pointers for how to get the most out of your adventure(s). The next installment:

Tip #2. Go off-peak.

If you simply must see Yosemite this year (who could blame you?), aim for a month less-traveled.A large majority of visitorsto Yosemite–and Yellowstone and Arches for that matter–go in June, July and August....